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711 S. Columbia Dr., Decatur, GA
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The Friends School of Atlanta is a licensed child care center in Decatur, Georgia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 10 children, serving preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM.
Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 10 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
The Friends School of Atlanta has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in DeKalb County has a median price of $179 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 9, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 9 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 .33(5)(a) - Staff training-annual/10 hours: (a) Every calendar year after the first year of employment, all supervisory and caregiver Personnel, except independent contractors, Students-in-Training and volunteers, shall attend ten (10) clock hours of diverse training which is offered by an accredited college, university or vocational program or other Department-approved source.
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.
Rule .14(1)(b) - Training-CPR and First Aid Certified Pediatric: (b) The training must be done by certified or licensed health care professionals or trainers and must deal with the provision of emergency care to infants and children.
Rule .14(1)(a) - Training-CPR and First Aid Completed/Verfication: (a) All Staff who provide direct care to children must obtain certification in a biennial training program in pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and a triennial training program in pediatric first aid within the first 45 days of employment. Current and valid evidence of the successful completion of such training shall be maintained on the Center’s premises. The hours obtained completing this certification will not count towards the required annual training hours.
Rule .32(7) - Supervision-Watchful Oversight: (7) Supervision. Children shall be supervised at all times appropriate to the individual age, needs and capabilities of each child. Such supervision must include, but not be limited to, indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes, naptime, transportation, field trips, and transitions between activities. "Supervision" means that the appropriate number of Staff members are physically present in the area where children are being cared for and are providing watchful oversight to the children, volunteers and Students-in-Training. The persons supervising in the child care area must be alert, positioned to maximize their ability to hear and see the children at all times, and able to respond promptly to the needs and actions of the children being supervised, as well as the actions of the volunteers and Students-in-Training, and provide timely attention to the children's actions and needs. Staff shall be attentive and participating with all children during mealtimes and shall be seated within an arm’s length away from children thirty-six (36) months of age and younger.
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.
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 .24(1) - Personnel Records: (1) A Center must maintain a personnel file on the Director, all Employees, Provisional Employees, Personnel, Staff, Students-in-Training, Volunteers, Clerical, Housekeeping, Maintenance, and other Support Staff for the duration of the term of employment plus one calendar year, and it shall contain the following: identifying information to include: name, date of birth, social security number, current address and current telephone number; employment history; as applicable to the position held: evidence of education and qualifying work experience; evidence of all training required by these rules which shall include: title of training, date of training, trainer's signature, location of training and number of clock hours obtained; a statement completed by the staff member that the information provided is true and accurate; any other records required by these rules; and, as applicable to the position held, evidence of required orientation including date and signature of person providing the orientation;
Rule .25(17) - Plants and Shrubs: (17) Plants and Shrubs. The Center premises shall be free of plants and shrubs which are poisonous or hazardous.
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711 S. Columbia Dr., Decatur, GA
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Decatur, GA 30032 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
827 Kirk Road, Decatur, GA
500 S Columbia Drive, Decatur, GA
500 South Columbia Drive, Decatur, GA
500 South Columbia Drive, Decatur, GA
500 South Columbia Drive, Decatur, GA
500 South Columbia Drive, Decatur, GA
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 September 9, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 4 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.
10, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (404) 373-8746 to ask.
(404) 373-8746.
862 S. Columbia Drive, Decatur, GA 30030. The nearest other daycare we list is Our House, 0.2 miles away.