This is a report about an evaluation of Georgia’s system of licensing and monitoring child care facilities for children from birth to age 8. The research was conducted between April 2012 and March 2013 under contract with Georgia's Department of Early Care and Learning. The study addressed the thoroughness of Georgia’s requirements and procedures, including hiring, training, supervision, and retention of staff; the efficiency and effectiveness of the monitoring and enforcement procedures; and staff communication and morale. The report made recommendations for improvement and noted policies and procedures that were working well.