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Authentic Christian Development Academy

696 Mt Zion Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236
licensed capacity
30
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$205

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About Authentic Christian Development Academy

Authentic Christian Development Academy is a licensed child care center in Jonesboro, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 30 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
30 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity30 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Authentic Christian Development Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Clayton County has a median price of $205 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Clayton County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$205
Home daycare$163

Toddler

Center$188
Home daycare$153

Preschool

Center$179
Home daycare$154

School age

Center$82
Home daycare$77

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Authentic Christian Development Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Learning Center license
Capacity
30 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#CCLC-63233
See the state's record

Summary

3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 22, 2026: 5 rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 6 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Discipline and child guidance 2

For comparison: 89% of Georgia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Jun 22, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .26(9) - Playground-Safe/Clean: (9) Safety and Upkeep of Playground. Playgrounds shall be kept clean, free from litter and free of hazards, such as but not limited to rocks, exposed tree roots and exposed sharp edges of concrete.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .26(4) - Fence-playground (Recite-Not Met): Fence or Approved Barriers. Playgrounds shall be protected from traffic or other hazards by a four (4) foot or higher secure fence or other barrier approved by this Department. Fencing material shall not present a hazard to children and shall be maintained so as to prevent children from leaving the playground area by any means other than through an approved access route. Fence gates shall be kept closed except when persons are entering or exiting the area.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .19(1) - License capacity-35 square feet: (1) Usable Space Per Child. A Center's License capacity is based upon its size. A Center must have thirty-five (35) square feet of usable space per child. Kitchens, bathrooms, closets, halls, storage areas or rooms, offices, rooms designated for Staff use, other single use areas and space occupied by adult size furniture shall be excluded in determining usable space.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      Rule .03(2) - Lesson Plans/ Equipment/Materials: (2) Current lesson plans shall be kept on site and reflect appropriate instruction practices and activities to support children’s development. The center shall have sufficient and varied play and learning equipment and materials to support the above program of activities in all developmental areas.

    • Discipline and child guidance

      Rule .03(13) - Daily schedule: (13) Schedules. A daily schedule for each group shall be developed to reflect routines and activities. Schedules shall be flexible but routinely followed to provide structure. The schedule must be posted in each group's room or area and made available to Parent(s) upon request.

  2. Nov 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Oct 15, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .26(4) - Fence-playground: Fence or Approved Barriers. Playgrounds shall be protected from traffic or other hazards by a four (4) foot or higher secure fence or other barrier approved by this Department. Fencing material shall not present a hazard to children and shall be maintained so as to prevent children from leaving the playground area by any means other than through an approved access route. Fence gates shall be kept closed except when persons are entering or exiting the area.

Copied from Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2022. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Authentic Christian Development Academy

Is Authentic Christian Development Academy licensed?

Yes. Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Authentic Christian Development Academy last inspected?

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on June 22, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Authentic Christian Development Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 89% of Georgia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 0. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can Authentic Christian Development Academy care for?

30, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Authentic Christian Development Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Authentic Christian Development Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Authentic Christian Development Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (678) 789-6016 to ask.

What is Authentic Christian Development Academy's phone number?

(678) 789-6016.

Where is Authentic Christian Development Academy?

696 Mt Zion Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236. The nearest other daycare we list is Clayton County Schools - Tara Elementary CKids, 0.3 miles away.

Sources: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).