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9120 Whitefield Ave., Savannah, GA
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Sanctuary Child Learning and Development Center is a licensed child care center in Savannah, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 307 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach.
Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Approach | Faith-based, Play-based |
| Enrichment | Soccer Shots |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 307 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Sanctuary Child Learning and Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Chatham County has a median price of $103 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 6, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 6 rules in all
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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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.
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.
Rule .17(7) - Handwashing-Children: (7) Handwashing, Children. Children's hands shall be washed with soap and warm running water: immediately upon arrival for care; when moving from one child care group to another, and upon re-entering the child care area after outside play; before and after eating meals and snacks, handling or touching food, or playing in water; after toileting and diapering, playing in sand, touching animals or pets, and contact with bodily fluids such as, but not limited to, mucus, saliva, vomit or blood; and after contamination by any other means.
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(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.
Rule .20(2) - Dispensing medication: (2) Dispensing Medication. Written authorization to dispense medications shall be limited to two (2) weeks unless otherwise prescribed by a physician or authorized under Georgia law. Medication shall only be dispensed out of its original container which must be labeled with the child's name or as authorized under Georgia law.
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9120 Whitefield Ave., Savannah, GA
Savannah, GA 31406 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Savannah, GA 31406 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Savannah, GA 31406 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Savannah, GA 31406 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Savannah, GA 31406 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
1700 Highgate Bvd, Savannah, GA
Savannah, GA 31406 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Savannah, GA 31406 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Yes. Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on August 6, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 3 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.
307, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (912) 692-1523 to ask.
(912) 692-1523.
8912 Whitefield Avenue, Savannah, GA 31406.