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First Preparatory Christian Academy

308 East Court Street, Hinesville, GA 31313
licensed capacity
63
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$133

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About First Preparatory Christian Academy

First Preparatory Christian Academy is a licensed child care center in Hinesville, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 63 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.

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

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Faith-basedOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
63 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
Licensed capacity63 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

First Preparatory Christian Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Liberty County has a median price of $133 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.
Liberty County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$143
Home daycare$130

Toddler

Center$133
Home daycare$112

Preschool

Center$128
Home daycare$113

School age

Center$70
Home daycare$60

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 First Preparatory Christian Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Learning Center license
Capacity
63 children
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
License number
#CCLC-66353
See the state's record

Summary

2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 23, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 5 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 5

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. Mar 23, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .26(6) - Equipment-outdoor (Recite-Not Met): (6) Equipment. Playground equipment shall provide an opportunity for the children to engage in a variety of experiences and shall be age-appropriate. For example, toddlers shall not be permitted to swing in swings designed for School-age Children. The outdoor equipment shall be free of lead-based paint, sharp corners and shall be regularly maintained in such a way as to be free of rust and splinters that could pose significant safety hazard to the children. All equipment shall be arranged so as not to obstruct supervision of children.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .06(4) - Ventilation in restrooms (Recite-Not Met): Ventilation. In centers first licensed after March 1, 1991, and centers that remodel or add to existing plumbing facilities, the bathroom area shall be fully enclosed and ventilated to the outside of the building with either an open screened window or functioning exhaust fan and duct system. Centers without fully enclosed bathrooms shall ensure that there is adequate ventilation to control odors and adequate sanitation measures to prevent the spread of contagious diseases.

  2. Jul 29, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .26(6) - Equipment-outdoor: (6) Equipment. Playground equipment shall provide an opportunity for the children to engage in a variety of experiences and shall be age-appropriate. For example, toddlers shall not be permitted to swing in swings designed for School-age Children. The outdoor equipment shall be free of lead-based paint, sharp corners and shall be regularly maintained in such a way as to be free of rust and splinters that could pose significant safety hazard to the children. All equipment shall be arranged so as not to obstruct supervision of children.

    • 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.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .06(4) - Ventilation in restrooms: Ventilation. In centers first licensed after March 1, 1991, and centers that remodel or add to existing plumbing facilities, the bathroom area shall be fully enclosed and ventilated to the outside of the building with either an open screened window or functioning exhaust fan and duct system. Centers without fully enclosed bathrooms shall ensure that there is adequate ventilation to control odors and adequate sanitation measures to prevent the spread of contagious diseases.

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 First Preparatory Christian Academy

Is First Preparatory Christian Academy licensed?

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

When was First Preparatory Christian Academy last inspected?

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on March 23, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.

Has First Preparatory Christian Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 2 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 First Preparatory Christian Academy care for?

63, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.

Does First Preparatory Christian Academy accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are First Preparatory Christian Academy's hours?

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

How much does First Preparatory Christian Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (912) 876-0441 to ask.

What is First Preparatory Christian Academy's phone number?

(912) 876-0441.

Where is First Preparatory Christian Academy?

308 East Court Street, Hinesville, GA 31313. The nearest other daycare we list is Liberty County Pre-K, 0.2 miles away.

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