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528 Redgate Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC
A J Richardson Head Start Center
- licensed capacity
- 285
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $157
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About A J Richardson Head Start Center
A J Richardson Head Start Center is a licensed child care center in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 285 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 285 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 285 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
A J Richardson Head Start Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Nash County has a median price of $157 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$157
Home daycare$192
Toddler
Center$148
Home daycare$122
Preschool
Center$134
Home daycare$130
School age
Center$77
Home daycare$85
State record
Inspection reports for A J Richardson Head Start Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 285 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #64000350
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 17 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
For comparison: 92% of North Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Mar 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 11, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Personnel records were not maintained on file in the timeframes given by Rule .2318(7).
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2026
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2026
- Feb 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 22, 2026Inspection11 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
Jan 28, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
Corrected during the visit
Jul 30, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
- Mar 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about A J Richardson Head Start Center
Is A J Richardson Head Start Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was A J Richardson Head Start Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on March 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A J Richardson Head Start Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 5 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 15 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 92% of North Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can A J Richardson Head Start Center care for?
285, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does A J Richardson Head Start Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are A J Richardson Head Start Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does A J Richardson Head Start Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 442-3506 to ask.
What is A J Richardson Head Start Center's phone number?
(252) 442-3506.
Where is A J Richardson Head Start Center?
850 S Franklin Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27802. The nearest other daycare we list is It's A Beautiful World, 0.5 miles away.