I'm writing this to warn other parents about this "hell hole" they call daycare"!! My 3-year-old son, has come home multiple times with bruises and scratches that were never explained, documented, or reported. The worst incident happened on October 20, 2025, when he had visible scratches on his face, head, back, and side. The staff gave inconsistent explanations and refused to show me the full camera footage. According to the police report (OCA: 25-070182), the daycare claimed another three-year-old child assaulted him --but no one stepped in to stop it. This was not the first time. My son previously chipped his tooth on September 26, 2025, and that injury was also never properly reported. There have been at least two other times when he came home bruised with no explanation or incident report. When I asked to review footage, I was always denied or given vague excuses. What's even worse is that the regional director admitted--on the police body camera during a FaceTime call on October 20, 2025--that they were understaffed and working to hire a third teacher for the 3-year-old class. She apologized and said she'd follow up with me the next day, October 21, 2025, but I never received a single call from Princess (the owner), her mother, Denisha her daughter (the director), or Darius (the assistant director). They have a very high turnover rate, and it shows. One major question still haunts me: if two teachers were on the playground, and Darius was in the office watching the cameras or Denisha offsite reviewing footage and sending it to DeQuanna at 3:45 p.m.--how did no one step in when they saw the first wood chip being thrown? Why didn't anyone de-escalate the situation? No one can answer that. They also lie about simple things like runny noses and illness exposures. Over the summer, there were seven RSV-positive cases and fifteen COVID-positive cases on August 15, 2025. They sent my son home claiming his nose was running, yet his nose was completely dry. When I asked for proof or footage, they never provided it. It's always an excuse or refusal, as if they have something to hide. The environment is chaotic and unprofessional. The parking lot is unsafe and overcrowded--employees park in the front, leaving parents to struggle with drop-off and pick-up in a storefront lot. The facility is dirty, carpets are stained, and the staff seem overwhelmed and disengaged. They even have older elementary-aged kids mixed in with the 3-year-olds, which is completely inappropriate. To make matters worse, they don't have a real kitchen. They use aisle stoves to prepare food and falsely claimed to have a "chef." I personally witnessed kids being served ground beef with milk and a teaspoon of vegetables--completely unacceptable for growing children. They would always loose his socks, face dirty, shoes full of wood chips, teachers with long nails, teacher with pink hair seemed highly medicated and disoriented often times in 3 yr old class. Class is always filthy, trashed piled up, bathrooms nasty, parking lot trashy, kids allowed to be picked up over the gate during pick up until they finally added some extra grate to the top of the fence. I reported to Denisha, one time an older child was throwing wood chips in a smaller kid face, and he look like he was struggling to breath between the wood chip being thrown excessively. She responded oh that's his cousin and kept doing what she was doing in the laundry area. If you value your child's safety, hygiene, and emotional well-being, do not send your child here. Star Light Learning Academy is unorganized, dishonest, and unsafe. They care more about money than the children. I'm speaking up because no parent should have to experience the pain, frustration, and heartache that I've been through. I'm just trying to save another parent from the same nightmare. They deserve no stars for their poor quality of care and service they offer. IT'S SO DISHEARTENING TO TRY AND SUPPORT BLACK OWNED BUSINESSES BECUASE THEY ALWAYS WANT TO CUT CORNERS AND PROVIDE THE BARE MINIMIUM. read more

My son is a pandemic baby he was born in 2020. I wanted my son to join kids his age group and actually to interact with kids. Due to the pandemic I felt for things were a little different for him. He had no interaction with kids for a while. Communication was on my mind, wanted for him to communicate a little more. We tried starlight learning academy. It was one of the best things I ever done. They are good people and are really thoughtful. They have so many good activities and keep us parents involved every step of the way. Leon did have a hard time at first he was 2. But oh has he grown he loves school now. He's up every morning ready and happy for school. Really needed help and with SLLA I finally found a great match for me. They also have great food for the kids. They are real people and people you can trust!! So happy with starlight learning academy!! Five stars read more

Let me start by saying I love the family who owns this center. When I first met them, I felt the genuineness in them. They're helpful and understanding. When I introduced my children to them, my kids took right them with no hesitation! That's funny because my kids normally don't go to anyone new they meet lol. I love the center, i love the pricing & the weekend option!! I love the lesson plans and I love ALL of the teachers at this center. Its an overall a beautiful place and environment to leave your kids and not worry about their safety, what they're being taught, or fed. Your kids will love it here, my son has warmed up pretty fast to being away from me. That should let you know it's a great place to bring your kids. Don't take my word for it, check it out. I promise you'll see exactly what I was saying. read more

So glad i found star light learning academy. My son was supposed to go to another daycare near by but lucky for us they ghosted me and i found SLLA. The enrolling process was quick and easy everyone was super friendly. i felt so good about the atmosphere once i toured the center that i enrolled him the same day. The teachers LOVE my kid and that's all i ever want out of a day care. I appreciate the communication between all the staff members, this is the first time enrolling my kid into day care so you can imagine the relief i have to know they care plus they have 24hr care and that works for my schedule since my hours fluctuate often. If you're looking for a place to enroll your child(ren) look no further. SLLA is it! read more

Both my kids attended this childcare center over a year ago. I was very relieved there was a center available to accommodate my retail schedule that changes drastically. Their main go to person was Ms.Torena she is super amazing & caring. She goes above & beyond for that location & as long as you communicate & tell her what ever changes/issues you may have... she will definitely fix them. Ms.Princess is a bundle of joy with amazing energy. The kids love her & she is always offering advice and giving any type of Resource to help us parents out. NOW... I live in Decatur there is NOT 1 24hr Daycare or 1 Daycare that is as resourceful, caring & Fun w Events like hers!!! I'm so Upset! I need her to open another one here!! read more

I have been with starlight learning academy for over a year now, and my girls LOVE it ! My 3 yr old asks to go to the daycare on the weekends when im off work lol and my 1 yr old has grown such a strong bond with her teachers Ms Shay AND Ms Shantee. This daycare is definitely worth every penny i spend plus so much more, i couldnt be more grateful than to have such an awesome team taking care of my little ones while im at work. Im definitely one of those "picky moms" and very involved with my girls. I would HIGHLY recommend this day care center. Mrs Princes, Daquana, and Denisha have become more like family and i couldnt imagine my girls anywhere else. Schedule a tour you wont be disappointed! -Claudia P. read more

I'm actually confused and taken aback from the one bad review that someone has given!...omg I mean so many questions, like for starters if ANY of these things were true why would you even stay employed at the center why not quit right away? Speaking as a mother whose 2 kids attend here CURRENTLY this is not my experience. Because I am a work from home mother there are plenty days that I spend my break at the center because I do still breastfeed and if I can give him the good stuff straight from the source (me ) I do! I've never experienced any of these things or anything unprofessional here at Star Light. I just wanted to give my two cents because my husband and I love it here and so do our kids! read more

Please help us spread awareness and report this daycare. My little brother, Legend Smith, was attacked while in their care. What happened to him is heartbreaking , no child should ever be hurt in a place that's supposed to be safe and trusted. These pictures are deeply disturbing, and the daycare has refused to show any proof or explanation. We're asking for justice for Legend and protection for every innocent child still enrolled there. What's done in the dark will always come to light and God will make sure the truth is revealed. Legend is highly protected, and no one will get away with this. Please share, report, and stand with us for justice and accountability. read more

So excited to be apart of the Starlight Learning Academy family! I've recently came on board as the Executive Director here after a career in Finance. While this is so new to me I'm happy that I choose Starlight Learning Academy as the new venture in my career. Princess and the staff has done an incredible job with the facility. Very professional, so many activities for the kids and also very inclusive. Children are so important to this world and Starlight Learning Academy is a great place to help build upon their foundation for future success. I'm excited to be apart of the family and taking Starlight Learning Academy to the next level! read more

My daughter Jaylani started at Star Light Academy at 8months old, before she got there she was just scooting and sitting up and a month later my baby girl was fully crawling and pulling up on everything. Moving fwd she's 11months and trying to walk. I'm so comfortable with this daycare they're top tier and the staff is lovely and friendly. The teachers are absolutely amazing and wonderful. Please trust me as a first time mommy, you can't go wrong with Star Light Academy -Lakeisha Pyron read more

My son has attended star light learning academy for almost 3 months and it's the best decision I have ever made for child care. Josiah is excited to be dropped and cries when he has to leave. The teachers and his care takers communicate with me daily and how he's performed for the day and are in communication via text , email and calls. As a single mom I'm happy to know that my son is in a loving, fundamental environment who takes care of him as he is their own. read more

I work here and absolutely LOVE my job! I work with amazing ladies who are now family. I love comin to work everyday so I can love on all the babies! I gotta admit Sunday is a little hard because I can't love on my kids and I miss them dearly! I have developed a very deep and special bond with these kids that it is hard to watch them leave me every night. I love these kids like they are my own so bring your babies to miss Amy so I can love on them! read more

My son has been with Mrs Princess 3 yrs. No matter the location, I have followed. Her and her staff treat our family like family. I really appreciate that. I am a no-nonsense person when it comes to my child, however they put me at ease and have an awesome clean location! Check it out, I'm sure you'll like it too. They stay up to date on Covid19 PPE and keep us informed on your child's activities and proformance. read more

I loooove this lady and her team of teachers! My daughter has been to every location that Shenette has provided childcare in the Kennesaw/Marietta location. She loves and cares for my daughter as if she was her own. Love how she sanitizes everything to keep the children from getting sick. I have recommended other friends children to use her services. It's definitely great to see other parents as happy as I am. read more

Star Light Academy is the best academy ever! Princess Shenette and her staff are extremely professional and knowledgeable. Princess definitely put my mind at ease being that I'm a first time mom and needed a learning academy that offered my daughter a safe environment where she can grow and thrive. I would recommend Starlight Learning Academy to anyone that's looking for high quality care for your child. read more

After a crazy experience with my first daycare I was extremely hesitant on starting at a new one. But this Daycare has done nothing but be helpful to me and extremely sweet to my daughter. It always gives me a good feeling when the owner, Princess, is very hands on and always has so much energy and enthusiasm for the kids. Not only that, but the people who work with the kids are fantastic as well. read more

I have loved all of the daycares Princess has had over the years and am even more thrilled to see she still is making a difference in more children's lives. I have seen her grow and I admire her business ethics and how the children grow up to be respectful young people in the community. I even referred one of celebrity clients to her 2 years ago when she had a emergency. I love you guys. read more

my son has been coming here since he was six months old. He is now for about to start to preschool at Starlight. I love all the activities they have for the children and how they make learning fun. My son has always felt comfortable and welcomed. He loves his teacher, Miss Shay and Stephanie as well as administration, Dequanna and Denisha. Thank you to the staff at Starlight! read more

This is a phenomenal Learning Academy! Princess is very generous and very understanding. This Daycare provide a treat for the parents every Monday. The children go on numerous of field trips! The staff is amazing! This Daycare is very nice, clean and affordable! I recommend this daycare for any parent looking for daycare! read more