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The Ark

9120 Whitefield Ave., Savannah, GA 31406
licensed capacity
75
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$52
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About The Ark

The Ark is a licensed child care center in Savannah, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 75 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM.

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-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Licensed capacity
75 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Thursday6:30 AM to 8:00 AM
Friday6:30 AM to 8:00 AM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity75 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

The Ark has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time school-age care at a child care center in Chatham County has a median price of $52 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.
Chatham County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$103
Home daycare$100

Toddler

Center$97
Home daycare$94

Preschool

Center$98
Home daycare$95

School age

Center$52
Home daycare$44

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 Ark

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Learning Center license
Capacity
75 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CCLC-36259
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 31, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 2 of 5 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. Aug 31, 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 29, 2026Inspection2 rules 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.

    • 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. Sep 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Mar 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Oct 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. May 2, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Nov 16, 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 Ark

Is The Ark licensed?

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

When was The Ark last inspected?

Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning lists the most recent visit on August 31, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Ark 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 The Ark care for?

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

Does The Ark accept child care subsidies?

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

What are The Ark's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Ark cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (912) 355-1505 to ask.

What is The Ark's phone number?

(912) 355-1505.

Where is The Ark?

9120 Whitefield Ave., Savannah, GA 31406.

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