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A Place to Grow DayCare
- licensed capacity
- 56
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $183
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About
About A Place to Grow DayCare
A Place to Grow DayCare is a licensed child care center in Fayetteville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 56 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, Open 24 hours.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 30 visits in the last 3 years and cited 96 rules across 21 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Open 24 hours
- Licensed capacity
- 56 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 56 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
A Place to Grow DayCare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Cumberland County has a median price of $183 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$183
Home daycare$162
Toddler
Center$159
Home daycare$150
Preschool
Center$132
Home daycare$136
School age
Center$76
Home daycare$93
State record
Inspection reports for A Place to Grow DayCare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 56 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #26002584
Summary
30 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 12, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 21 of 30 visits · 96 rules in all · 96 corrected
- Records and paperwork 33
- Health, medication and illness 14
- Food and nutrition 10
- Staff training and qualifications 8
- Discipline and child guidance 8
- Safety and hazards 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Safe sleep 3
- Background checks 1
- Other rules 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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See all 30 visits
Jun 12, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
Corrected during the visit
All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet.
Corrected during the visit
Jan 7, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 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 Jan 20, 2026
Children's records were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2026
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
Corrected during the visit
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
Corrected during the visit
Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below.
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2026
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 29, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
Substitute providers and volunteers did not have a health questionnaire on or before the first day of work and annually thereafter.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2025
On or before the first day of work, the operator did not verify the age of the volunteer and/or substitute provider and/or documentation of date of birth was not maintained in the individual's personnel file.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2025
Substitutes and volunteers counted in ratio were not informed of the center's EPR Plan and its location. Documentation of this notice was not maintained on file or in a file designated for emergency preparedness and response plan documents.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2025
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2025
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2025
All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2025
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2025
Menus for all meals and snacks were not planned at least 1 week ahead and dated.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2025
For children under three years of age, materials were not made available to children on a daily basis.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2025
When three year old children and older were in care, the materials and equipment in the activity area was not in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2025
Mar 28, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet.
Corrected during the visit
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
The state verified the correction on Apr 10, 2025
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Apr 10, 2025
- Feb 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 13, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2025
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
Corrected during the visit
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
Corrected during the visit
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 Jan 13, 2025
Dec 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Dec 30, 2024
- Nov 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 19, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Potential biocontaminants were not stored properly (locked storage, removed from premises, inaccessible to children, or covered plastic lined receptacle).
Corrected during the visit
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2024
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Nov 14, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2024
- Nov 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 29, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Child was handled roughly.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2025
- Oct 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 1, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Oct 30, 2024
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Oct 30, 2024
Sep 4, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
An incident report was not completed and mailed to a Division representative within seven days after the incident when medical treatment was required.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2024
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
Aug 28, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
Corrected during the visit
A child's hands were not washed after each diaper change.
Corrected during the visit
Aug 22, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Child was handled roughly.
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2024
Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.
Corrected during the visit
Appropriate discipline practices were not followed.
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2024
- Aug 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 1, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
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 Aug 2, 2024
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2024
Beds, cots and mats were not in good repair, properly handled, stored, or clean and sanitized between users.
Corrected during the visit
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
Corrected during the visit
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Jul 1, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2024
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
Corrected during the visit
Jun 17, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2024
Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2024
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2024
- Jun 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 11, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
All staff did not wash their hands thoroughly after diapering each child.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Children used space that was not approved.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Rule not named in the record
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2024
May 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2024
May 7, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2024
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2024
May 2, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024
Application for enrollment did not include all required information.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
Accurate records were not maintained for all children.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024
Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2024
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2024
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2024
Beds, cots and mats were not in good repair, properly handled, stored, or clean and sanitized between users.
Corrected during the visit
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
Corrected during the visit
Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.
Corrected during the visit
When three year old children and older were in care, the materials and equipment in the activity area was not in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities.
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2024
Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.
Corrected during the visit
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024
Mar 1, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
Corrected during the visit
The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction.
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2024
Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file.
The state verified the correction on Mar 1, 2024
Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent.
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2024
Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child.
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2024
Application was not signed by the parent.
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2024
Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2024
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2024
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Mar 15, 2024
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
Corrected during the visit
Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff.
Corrected during the visit
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2024
All staff did not wash their hands thoroughly after diapering each child.
Corrected during the visit
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 Mar 7, 2024
- Jan 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about A Place to Grow DayCare
Is A Place to Grow DayCare licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was A Place to Grow DayCare last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 12, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 30 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A Place to Grow DayCare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 96 rules across 21 of 30 visits in the last 3 years; 96 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 Place to Grow DayCare care for?
56, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does A Place to Grow DayCare accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are A Place to Grow DayCare's hours?
Monday to Friday, Open 24 hours. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does A Place to Grow DayCare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 491-7556 to ask.
What is A Place to Grow DayCare's phone number?
(910) 491-7556.
Where is A Place to Grow DayCare?
3119 Boone Trail, Fayetteville, NC 28306. The nearest other daycare we list is Creative Learning Academy, 0.1 miles away.