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Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center

149 Paulk Park Road, Fitzgerald, GA 317504.5· 2 reviews
licensed capacity
120
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$109

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About Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center

Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Fitzgerald, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 120 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

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

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts 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
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
120 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

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity120 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Ben Hill 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.
Ben Hill County medians, full time, per week

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

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 Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Learning Center license
Capacity
120 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#CCLC-52206
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 8, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 13 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 6
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Other rules 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 8, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Other rules

      Rule .16(f) - Amendment Requests (Recite-Not Met): (f) Amended License. If there is a change in the name of the program or Center, changes in the ages of the children to be served, an increase in the regular hours of operation such that the Center would be providing evening or night-time care in addition to day-time care, changes in the services provided, additions to or changes in the use of the building by the licensed Center, an application for an amended License shall be submitted at least thirty (30) days prior to the change, except in the case of an emergency. If an emergency situation arises which makes it impossible to give thirty (30) days' notice, the management of the Center shall notify the Department by telephone and shall submit an application for an amended License as soon as management becomes aware of the change that will be necessitated by the emergency situation. In no case, however, shall a new owner operate the Center without first securing a new License or Permit from the Department.

    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule .14(2)(b) - First Aid/CPR trained Staff in each classroom: (b) There must always be one staff person present in each classroom where children are present that has current and valid pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and pediatric first aid training.

  2. Oct 9, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .25(3) - Clean, free of debris, good repair (Recite-Not Met): (3) Cleanliness. The Center and surrounding premises shall be kept clean, free of debris and in good repair. Hygienic measures such as, but not limited to, screened windows and proper waste disposal procedures shall be utilized to minimize the presence of rodents, flies, roaches and other vermin at the Center.

    • Other rules

      Rule .16(f) - Amendment Requests: (f) Amended License. If there is a change in the name of the program or Center, changes in the ages of the children to be served, an increase in the regular hours of operation such that the Center would be providing evening or night-time care in addition to day-time care, changes in the services provided, additions to or changes in the use of the building by the licensed Center, an application for an amended License shall be submitted at least thirty (30) days prior to the change, except in the case of an emergency. If an emergency situation arises which makes it impossible to give thirty (30) days' notice, the management of the Center shall notify the Department by telephone and shall submit an application for an amended License as soon as management becomes aware of the change that will be necessitated by the emergency situation. In no case, however, shall a new owner operate the Center without first securing a new License or Permit from the Department.

    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule .06(7) - Disinfect bathroom daily: (7) Cleanliness. Bathrooms shall be cleaned daily with a disinfectant.

    • 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.

  3. May 22, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .25(3) - Clean, free of debris, good repair (Recite-Not Met): (3) Cleanliness. The Center and surrounding premises shall be kept clean, free of debris and in good repair. Hygienic measures such as, but not limited to, screened windows and proper waste disposal procedures shall be utilized to minimize the presence of rodents, flies, roaches and other vermin at the Center.

  4. Sep 24, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .25(3) - Clean, free of debris, good repair (Recite-Not Met): (3) Cleanliness. The Center and surrounding premises shall be kept clean, free of debris and in good repair. Hygienic measures such as, but not limited to, screened windows and proper waste disposal procedures shall be utilized to minimize the presence of rodents, flies, roaches and other vermin at the Center.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .25(11) - Flooring: (11) Flooring. Floor coverings shall be tight, smooth, free of odors and washable or cleanable.

  5. Mar 12, 2024Inspection4 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.

    • Safety and hazards

      Rule .25(8) - Outlets: (8) Electrical Outlets. Except in School-age Centers, all unused electrical outlets within reach of children shall have protective caps specifically designed to prohibit children from placing anything in the receptacle. Electrical outlets in use which the children can reach shall be made inaccessible to the children.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .25(3) - Clean, free of debris, good repair: (3) Cleanliness. The Center and surrounding premises shall be kept clean, free of debris and in good repair. Hygienic measures such as, but not limited to, screened windows and proper waste disposal procedures shall be utilized to minimize the presence of rodents, flies, roaches and other vermin at the Center.

    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule .06(7) - Disinfect bathroom daily: (7) Cleanliness. Bathrooms shall be cleaned daily with a disinfectant.

  6. Dec 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. May 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Dec 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited

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 Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center

Is Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center licensed?

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

When was Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center last inspected?

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on June 8, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 5 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 Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center care for?

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

Does Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center'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 Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (229) 423-8525 to ask.

What is Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center's phone number?

(229) 423-8525.

Where is Lil' Munchkins Day Care & Learning Center?

149 Paulk Park Road, Fitzgerald, GA 31750. The nearest other daycare we list is Ben Hill County Preschool, 2.1 miles away.

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