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Shaw Temple Academy

775 Hurt Rd., Smyrna, GA 300823.7· 12 reviews
licensed capacity
121
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$205
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About Shaw Temple Academy

Shaw Temple Academy is a licensed child care center in Smyrna, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 121 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.

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

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageFaith-basedAccepts 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
6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Licensed capacity
121 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based (Christian)
CurriculumExperience Learning Curriculum along with ABEKA
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity121 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Shaw Temple Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Cobb County has a median price of $205 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.
Cobb County medians, full time, per week

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

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 Shaw Temple Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Learning Center license
Capacity
121 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#CCLC-10049
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 28, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 3 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 3

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. Jul 28, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Rule .26(4) - Fence-playground (Recite-Not Met): 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.

  2. Jan 30, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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.

  3. Oct 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Feb 7, 2025Inspection1 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.

  5. Aug 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jan 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Sep 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jan 10, 2023InspectionNo 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 Shaw Temple Academy

Is Shaw Temple Academy licensed?

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

When was Shaw Temple Academy last inspected?

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on July 28, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Shaw Temple Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 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 Shaw Temple Academy care for?

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

Does Shaw Temple Academy accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Shaw Temple Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Shaw Temple Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (770) 874-1075 to ask.

What is Shaw Temple Academy's phone number?

(770) 874-1075.

Where is Shaw Temple Academy?

775 Hurt Rd., Smyrna, GA 30082.

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