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McIntosh County Head Start

102 Highway 251, Darien, GA 31305
licensed capacity
60
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$102
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About McIntosh County Head Start

McIntosh County Head Start is a licensed child care center in Darien, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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

School-age

Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Licensed capacity
60 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesPreschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity60 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

McIntosh County Head Start has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in McIntosh County has a median price of $102 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.
McIntosh 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 McIntosh County Head Start

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Learning Center license
Capacity
60 children
Ages
Preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#CCLC-2406
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 18, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 5 visits · 3 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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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  1. Aug 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jan 13, 2026Inspection1 rule 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.

  3. Aug 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Feb 5, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule .33(3) - Staff Training-Health and Safety Orientation

    • Staff training and qualifications

      Rule .31(1)(b)2. - Director Qualifications-Education/Experience: (b)2. Qualifications of Director. The Director must meet the minimum qualifications listed below:

  5. Mar 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Oct 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Apr 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Oct 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 McIntosh County Head Start

Is McIntosh County Head Start licensed?

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

When was McIntosh County Head Start last inspected?

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on August 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has McIntosh County Head Start had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 of 5 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 McIntosh County Head Start care for?

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

Does McIntosh County Head Start accept child care subsidies?

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

What are McIntosh County Head Start's hours?

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does McIntosh County Head Start cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (912) 625-9207 to ask.

What is McIntosh County Head Start's phone number?

(912) 625-9207.

Where is McIntosh County Head Start?

102 Highway 251, Darien, GA 31305.

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