Marietta KinderCare Learning Center
480 Franklin Gateway SE, Marietta, GA 30067
✓ CAPS Accepted
Infants
Full-Time
Ages 6wk–5yr
Sample Results — Marietta, GA
Primrose School of East Marietta
1650 Roswell Rd NE, Marietta, GA 30062
✓ CAPS Accepted
Infants
Pre-K Program
Ages 6wk–5yr
Bright Horizons at Windy Hill
2290 Windy Hill Rd SE, Marietta, GA 30060
✓ CAPS Accepted
Before & After School
Ages 6wk–12yr
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CAPS Daycares by Metro Atlanta City
Click any city to see all CAPS-accepting licensed daycares with photos, ratings, and contact info.
Marietta
76 providers
Cobb County
Smyrna
48 providers
Cobb County
Kennesaw
34 providers
Cobb County
Alpharetta
52 providers
Fulton County
Roswell
44 providers
Fulton County
Sandy Springs
38 providers
Fulton County
Decatur
41 providers
DeKalb County
Duluth
39 providers
Gwinnett County
Lawrenceville
57 providers
Gwinnett County
Peachtree City
28 providers
Fayette County
McDonough
31 providers
Henry County
Cumming
29 providers
Forsyth County
When You Call a Provider
Questions to Ask Every Daycare Before You Commit
Once your CAPS Certificate is approved, call your top choices immediately. These questions will help you compare providers and avoid surprises on enrollment day.
🔑 CAPS-Specific Questions
"Do you currently have CAPS openings for a [child's age]?"
This is the most important question. Don't assume CAPS acceptance means availability — many providers have waiting lists for CAPS slots specifically.
💡 Ask for a waitlist position even if they're full. Slots open frequently.
"What is my co-pay responsibility — is there anything additional I would owe?"
CAPS-approved daycares cannot charge more than your DECAL-assigned co-pay for covered care. However, some charge separate fees for meals, registration, or supplies — ask upfront.
"Are you currently enrolled as a CAPS provider with DECAL?"
Provider enrollment can lapse. Confirm they are actively enrolled and accepting new CAPS certificates before you count on them.
📋 General Quality Questions
"What is your staff-to-child ratio for [child's age group]?"
Georgia law requires specific ratios: 1:6 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, 1:10 for preschoolers. Lower ratios mean more individual attention.
"What is your staff turnover rate? How long has the lead teacher been here?"
High turnover is a red flag. Children thrive with consistent caregivers. A lead teacher who's been there 2+ years is a very good sign.
"What is your sick child policy?"
Know the rules before your child gets a fever at 7am. Understand when you need to pick them up and whether you pay for sick days.
"Can I schedule a tour and observe a classroom before enrolling?"
Any reputable daycare will say yes to this. If they say no, that's a serious red flag.
💡 Visit during active hours (9am–3pm), not during nap time. Notice whether kids seem happy and engaged.
📅 Schedule & Logistics
"What are your hours? What are your holiday closure dates?"
Some daycares close for two weeks in the summer or on days your employer is open. Know this before you commit.
"Is there a registration or enrollment fee? What does it cover?"
CAPS covers care costs but typically not one-time enrollment fees. These can range from $0 to $200+.
Understanding QR Ratings
What Georgia's Quality Rated (QR) System Means
Georgia rates licensed daycares on a 1–3 star scale. QR participation is voluntary — but for CAPS families, it matters for two important reasons.
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HIGHEST
HIGHEST
QR Three Star — Highest Quality
The daycare meets the highest standards in teacher qualifications, curriculum, health & safety, and family engagement. State pays providers higher CAPS reimbursement rates — many use this to offer $0 or reduced co-pays to CAPS families. This is the gold standard. Filter for QR ★★★ first.
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GOOD
GOOD
QR Two Star — Above Average
Meets solid standards, working toward three-star. Teacher education requirements are meaningful. Receives enhanced CAPS reimbursement (slightly less than three-star). A good choice if three-star options don't have CAPS openings.
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LICENSED
LICENSED
QR One Star — Licensed, Not Rated
Meets Georgia's basic licensing requirements but has not completed the full Quality Rated evaluation. Still a legitimate, licensed provider — just with less transparency on quality metrics. Also CAPS-eligible if enrolled as a provider.
CAPS tip: When calling providers, ask "Are you Quality Rated? What star level?" A QR ★★★ daycare that accepts CAPS may charge you a lower co-pay than the state sets because their higher reimbursement rate covers more of the cost. Always ask.
Watch Out For
Red Flags When Choosing a CAPS Daycare
Protect your child and your CAPS benefits by watching for these warning signs.
Provider asks you to pay more than your assigned co-pay
CAPS-approved providers are contractually prohibited from charging CAPS families above the DECAL-assigned co-pay for covered care. If a provider demands additional "CAPS fees" or "top-up payments," report this to DECAL at 1-877-423-4746.
Won't let you tour the classroom before enrollment
Every reputable daycare welcomes parent tours. Refusal to allow visits suggests they don't want parents to see day-to-day conditions. This is a serious red flag regardless of CAPS status.
Asks you to sign over your CAPS Certificate
You do not "sign over" your CAPS benefits. Your Certificate is submitted jointly with the provider to DECAL. Any provider asking for your login credentials or to hold your Certificate permanently is acting improperly.
License is expired or has recent violations
Always verify a daycare's license status at decal.ga.gov before enrolling. CAPS can only be used at currently licensed facilities in good standing.