Licensed Daycare in Rome, Georgia
12 licensed daycares in Rome, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Georgia licensing records.
Rome listings updated May 2026 from official Georgia records.
Daycare in Rome: what parents should know
Families in Rome can choose from 12 licensed childcare providers, with Licensed Group Child Care Home the most common type (about 50% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Georgia license at indexing time, sourced from Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL).
Licensed care in Rome spans 3+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute. About 50% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
Together, licensed providers in Rome report capacity for roughly 908 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Rome childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Rome
ChildCare Aware reports the Georgia average full-time cost at $920/month for infant care and $720/month for preschool. City-level prices in Rome vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.
The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Georgia families may also qualify for Childcare and Parent Services (CAPS) (intake: (404) 657-3434).
Full Georgia licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL)
- Infant ratio
- 1:6
- Toddler ratio
- 1:8
- Preschool ratio
- 1:15
- Avg capacity
- 75 kids
Program types in Rome
Largest licensed centers in Rome
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
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Where to get childcare help in Rome
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programChildcare and Parent Services (CAPS) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(404) 657-3434 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL).
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Rome, Georgia are compiled from official Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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