Pre-K Preparatory Learning Academy
438 Prior Street, Ne, Gainesville, GA
4.2· 52 reviews
Lakeview Academy
- licensed capacity
- 144
- open each week
- 5 days
- yearly, posted tuition
- $8,995
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About Lakeview Academy
Lakeview Academy is a licensed child care center in Gainesville, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 144 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, drop-in care and pre-k. It says it provides meals. It lists yearly tuition from $8,995 to $16,240.
Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedPosts tuition
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 144 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Preschool (age 3) through 12th grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in care, pre-k and preschool |
| Class size | 15 Average Class Size |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Transportation | Transportation (transportation (optional program)) |
| Licensed capacity | 144 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lakeview Academy lists yearly tuition from $8,995 to $16,240. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Hall County has a median price of $179 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Pre K 3 (3-year olds) 3-day program | $8,995 |
| Pre K 3 (3-year olds) 5-day program | $11,875 |
| Pre K 4 (4-year olds) Kindergarten | $16,240 |
| $25 annual registration fee (Extended Care) | $25 |
| Extended Care, $8 per hour for registered students | $8 an hour |
| Extended Care, $13 per hour for drop-in students | $13 an hour |
3 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
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
State record
Inspection reports for Lakeview Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Learning Center license
- Capacity
- 144 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #CCLC-3489
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 24, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 2 of 7 visits · 5 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Sep 24, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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.
Mar 25, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Rule .33(5)(b)(1) - Annual Training - Language & Literacy: (b) The annual ten (10) clock hours of training shall include the following: 1. At least two (2) hours in evidence based, developmentally appropriate language and literacy practices;
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.
Rule .25(13) - Indoor Storage-Hazards: (13) Indoor Storage Areas. Potentially hazardous equipment, materials and supplies shall be stored in a locked area inaccessible to children. Examples of items to be stored include non-food related products under pressure in aerosol dispensing cans, flammable and corrosive materials, cleaning supplies, poisons, insecticides, office supplies and industrial-sized or commercial buckets with a capacity of three gallons or more or any other similar device with rigid sides which would not tip over if a toddler fell into the container head first.
Rule .21(3) - Fire/Tornado Drills: (3) The Center shall conduct drills for fire, tornado and other emergency situations. The fire drills will be conducted monthly and tornado and other emergency situation drills will be conducted every six months. The Center shall maintain documentation of the dates and times of these drills for two years.
- Oct 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Lakeview Academy
Is Lakeview Academy licensed?
Yes. Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Lakeview Academy last inspected?
Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on September 24, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lakeview Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 7 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 Lakeview Academy care for?
144, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Lakeview Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Lakeview Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Lakeview Academy cost?
Yearly tuition from $8,995 to $16,240, as it lists it.
What is Lakeview Academy's phone number?
(770) 532-4383.
Where is Lakeview Academy?
796 Lakeview Drive, Gainesville, GA 30501. The nearest other daycare we list is Pre-K Preparatory Learning Academy, 0.4 miles away.