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Joyland Christian Academy

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4.2(23)Yelp(0)
Child Care Learning Center

On record in Georgia.

1301 Cross Street, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742

Hours
7 AM–5:30 PM
Licensed for
208 children

Amenities and accessibility

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.

Ages and programs

Reported to Bright from the Start: Department of Early Care and Learning by Joyland Christian Academy and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.

Programs on record

  • Georgia's Pre-K Program

The public record

License number
CCLC-15140
License status
Open
License type
Child Care Learning Center
Licensed capacity
208 children
Address
1301 Cross Street, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742
County
Catoosa County

This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Bright from the Start: Department of Early Care and Learning. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.

From Google

Recent parent reviews

The 5 most recent of 23 Google reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.

  • Took my toddler here for one day after a couple of hours I received a called asking me to come pick my child up because “he is not a good fit here” obviously confused I asked why and she stated that he wouldn’t sit down when asked and that he was pushing other kids and not sharing mind you I spoke with them before leaving and let them know he is an only child and before coming here he was only going to the gym daycare and he had picked up pushing kids up from another child there and they said that was fine we’ve had worse besides this, my child is a perfect angel at home and I understand what you’re probably thinking. Yes, of course he’s a perfect angel for you. But I’ve never seen the type of the behavior they spoke of while they were there when I picked up my child from the classroom I witnessed on multiple occasions other children pushing shoving snatching etc. in the background… why take it out on just my kid and kick him out of the program after coming home I noticed that he wasn’t acting like his normal self he was flinching and very quiet I’m only giving this place two stars because I loved the security and the other teachers seemed absolutely the sweetest and caring people I have met since moving up here but seriously why kick my kid out for normal behavior for a two year old this is ridiculous since it was only a few hours

    Hannah ShadwickJan 17, 2025
  • My daughter Skylar loves this place as so do I.. the ladies that work there a great and caring. We love seeing them in the morning when we are dropping off..

    Monica PuglielliDec 23, 2024
  • I love Joyland and the sweet staff that have helped my little girl adjust to the daycare scene. They worked with her so patiently to help her take a bottle, as she was EBF, and have kept me posted for her day in/day out activities that keeps a new mom feeling secure. Highly recommend!

    VictoriaJul 11, 2023
  • I love Joyland. My daughter attends here and loves it her teachers are amazing. The employees are so welcoming and the sweetest. The owners are the sweetest and both the directors are so understanding and great people.

    Raven SkipperJul 19, 2017
  • Very disappointed business owner right here. This is the first public negative review I have ever had to do. I'm a single father of a 21mo little boy. My child has some health issues, they kept giving him milk when told not to, picked him up several occasions food on cloths, hair and face...refuse to accept him with Dr. note after visit because "he would be late", my father had heart attack and in CCU, we were 12 mins late, refused him again, after watching another parent bring in two of her children right as we were walking in. Day care is supposed to relieve stress from parents, not add to it. The blonde woman up front had a constant condescending attitude, and consistently spoke with an arrogance as she was my boss, and I was working for her. This displays nothing of the "Christ like" attitude it portrays. Compassion, grace and mercy are key components of the Christian faith, and understanding my sons conditions (haveing a solitary kidney with multiple issues), it very important, and several times staff said "I keep forgetting about that" as is his health was just a lax issue. After not having sleep by making sure his grandfather is doing well after bypass surgery, and still having to work, and take care of four children on your own (my baby being the only one in this facility) and being 12 mins late, and refusing to care for my child, I chose this was not the "Christ like" care I wanted for my son, cause if they would be this way knowing family issues and struggles, then how are they when I am not around to my son. Very disappointed, as previously I heard good things, but experienced the complete opposite. So by refusing to watch my child after I have already paid, to go to work and run my business so I can supply for my little family's needs, I had my money refunded, and have found another christian day care, that is showed much more attention to my son and concern for his needs, much more so than I experienced here at this daycare. Nice facility, but the woman up front, ruins what could be a great opportunity to serve with the love of Christ, to many little children. I would strongly suggest looking for other options before choosing here, until they make some staff changes, and stick with the Christian principles, of mercy, grace, and compassion. To serve is to be like Christ...especially if your paying for it.

    Chattanooga Custom Cycle & CollisionJul 18, 2017

Reviews shown verbatim as published on Google Maps.

How the reviews split

The 4.2 average comes from 23 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star18
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star1
  • 1 star4

Questions parents ask about Joyland Christian Academy

Is Joyland Christian Academy a licensed child care provider in Georgia?

Joyland Christian Academy holds Georgia record CCLC-15140, listed as "Open" by Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning in Catoosa County. Confirm current standing on the state's provider search at families.decal.ga.gov before enrolling.

What is Joyland Christian Academy's Quality Rated star rating in Georgia?

Georgia rates Joyland Christian Academy 3 stars, on a scale of one to three where three is highest. Quality Rated measures programme standards the state assesses, not inspection outcomes, and it is separate from the licence itself.

Does Joyland Christian Academy offer Georgia's Pre-K?

Yes. The state record lists Joyland Christian Academy as taking part in Georgia's Pre-K Program, Georgia's lottery-funded programme for four-year-olds. Places are limited and enrolment runs on the state's own calendar, so ask the provider how to apply.

Does this page show inspection results for Joyland Christian Academy?

No. Georgia publishes inspection and complaint history for each provider by fiscal year, and none of it is included here, so nothing on this page reflects Joyland Christian Academy's inspection record either way. Look the provider up on the state's provider search at families.decal.ga.gov and read its visit history.