Rashida's Day Care
355 N. Terrell St., Metter, GA
Candler County Head Start
- licensed capacity
- 98
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $109
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About
About Candler County Head Start
Candler County Head Start is a licensed child care center in Metter, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 98 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM. It describes its programs: early head start and head start.
Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 98 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM |
| Thursday | 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM |
| Friday | 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Early Head Start and head start |
| Licensed capacity | 98 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Candler County Head Start has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Candler County has a median price of $109 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.
Infant
Center$109
Home daycare$103
Toddler
Center$102
Home daycare$97
Preschool
Center$102
Home daycare$97
School age
Center$55
Home daycare$45
State record
Inspection reports for Candler County Head Start
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Learning Center license
- Capacity
- 98 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #CCLC-51338
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 11, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 1 of 6 visits · 1 rule in all
- Safety and hazards 1
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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Aug 11, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Rule .07(5) - Pacifiers and other attachments around neck: (5) Hazardous Items. Children shall not be permitted to wear around their necks or attach to their clothing pacifiers or other hazardous items.
- Feb 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 2, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Mar 2, 2023Follow-up visitNo rules cited
- Jan 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Candler County Head Start
Is Candler County Head Start licensed?
Yes. Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Candler County Head Start last inspected?
Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on August 11, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Candler County Head Start had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 6 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 Candler County Head Start care for?
98, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Candler County Head Start accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Candler County Head Start's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Candler County Head Start cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (912) 685-3383 to ask.
What is Candler County Head Start's phone number?
(912) 685-3383.
Where is Candler County Head Start?
151 South Register Street, Metter, GA 30439. The nearest other daycare we list is Wiggles and Giggles Learning Center, 0.4 miles away.