A Safe, Warm,
Nurturing Environment
Where Kids Can Thrive While Parents Are At Work
Two young boys smile together, one sipping milk, sharing a healthy, happy moment side by side.

Preschool & Childcare Center Serving Cartersville, GA

Recognized by Kroger

Recognized by Kroger as a Top Childcare in Cartersville

Our local Kroger selected 1 Little Meal Childcare as one of the best childcare providers in Cartersville.

We’re now featured on over 1,000,000+ customer receipts every month, helping more families discover our care.

Celebrating Our Little Graduates

Preschool children sit together coloring, focused and creative during a fun classroom art activity.

Community-Connected Childcare With Everything Included

As part of this community, we know what local families need and we’re proud to provide affordable, flexible care that covers all the essentials and more, including:

Extended Hours To Work With Your Schedule

Owned By A Local Mom With 25 Years Of Experience

Here to welcome you every day, Rae Goodman has decades of experience and has served multiple generations of this community with her in-home care. Now she brings the same warm, home-away-from-home feel to your family in a beautiful center designed to inspire kids and give parents peace of mind.
A teacher and a child smile close together, showing warmth, trust, and a caring relationship.

YES! We’re Proudly Quality-Rated, So We Can Accept CAPS

A teacher helps toddlers with a hands-on activity, encouraging learning through guided play.

Small Classes For Extra Love & Attention

Your little one explores exciting, engaging, playful activities under the care of loving, attentive teachers. We keep our class sizes intentionally small, and well below state-mandated ratios, so you know your child gets loving care as if they were at home.
State Teacher:
Student Ratios
Our Teacher:
Student Ratios
1 year olds
1:8
1:6
2 year olds
1:10
1:8
3 year olds
1:15
1:10

Regular Updates & Events Keep You In The Loop & Involved

Get daily reports and photos of your child’s day directly to your easy-to-use parent app so you know how they’re doing. Join us for events and gatherings, including graduation and Christmas parties, for a chance to celebrate together and meet other local families.
Two young girls pose playfully indoors, smiling and enjoying friendship and self-expression.
A bright, organized classroom with child-sized furniture creates a safe, welcoming learning space.

A Super-Clean, Safe, & Secure Setting For Your Peace Of Mind

While you take care of business, rest assured, your child is in good hands. Professional cleaners sanitize all their spaces daily, and air purifiers protect little lungs. Access-controlled entrances and secure fences ensure everyone’s safety, while security cameras and CPR-certified staff provide added protection.

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