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The Academy of Jefferson

695 Lynn Ave, Jefferson, GA 305494.0· 23 reviews
licensed capacity
82
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$143
Call (706) 367-2222Directions

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About

About The Academy of Jefferson

The Academy of Jefferson is a licensed child care center in Jefferson, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 82 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 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
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
82 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 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 capacity82 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

The Academy of Jefferson has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Jackson County has a median price of $143 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.
Jackson County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$143
Home daycare$130

Toddler

Center$133
Home daycare$112

Preschool

Center$128
Home daycare$113

School age

Center$70
Home daycare$60

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 The Academy of Jefferson

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Learning Center license
Capacity
82 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#CCLC-33283
See the state's record

Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 9, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 4 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • 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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See all 6 visits
  1. Apr 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.

  2. Nov 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Apr 4, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      Rule .30(2)(c) - Sleep in safety-approved cribs: (c) Infants shall not sleep in equipment other than safety-approved cribs, such as, but not limited to, a car safety seat, bouncy seat, highchair, or swing. Infants who arrive at the Center asleep or fall asleep in such equipment, on the floor or elsewhere, shall be transferred to a safety-approved crib.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      Rule .10(4) - Diaper Changing surface: (4) If diapers are changed on a diaper changing surface, the surface shall be smooth, nonporous, and equipped with a guard or rails to prevent falls. Between each diaper change, the diaper changing surface shall be cleaned with a disinfectant and dried with a single-use disposable towel.

  4. Aug 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jul 25, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.

  6. Dec 12, 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 The Academy of Jefferson

Is The Academy of Jefferson licensed?

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

When was The Academy of Jefferson last inspected?

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on April 9, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Academy of Jefferson had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 4 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 The Academy of Jefferson care for?

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

Does The Academy of Jefferson accept child care subsidies?

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

What are The Academy of Jefferson's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Academy of Jefferson cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (706) 367-2222 to ask.

What is The Academy of Jefferson's phone number?

(706) 367-2222.

Where is The Academy of Jefferson?

695 Lynn Ave, Jefferson, GA 30549. The nearest other daycare we list is Jefferson City Schools - Jefferson Academy - PLUS, 0.3 miles away.

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