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Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 130
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $183
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About
About Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center
Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Newton, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 130 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 130 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 130 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Catawba 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$172
Toddler
Center$142
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$109
Home daycare$133
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$210
State record
Inspection reports for Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 130 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1855074
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 1, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 9 of 12 visits · 22 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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Oct 1, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Diapering surfaces shall be disinfected using an approved disinfectant.
- Jul 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 9, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
The prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy did not have the required information.
Corrected during the visit
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).
Corrected during the visit
Oct 15, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
Corrected during the visit
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
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Dec 3, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
Corrected during the visit
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
Corrected during the visit
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2024
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Sep 24, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
Corrected during the visit
Sep 16, 2024Inspection1 rule 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 Sep 24, 2024
- Aug 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
Show 2 earlier visits
Apr 18, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
Corrected during the visit
Prescribed medicines, that are pharmaceutical samples, was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging, was not labeled with the child's name, and/or written instructions did not include the required information.
Corrected during the visit
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
Corrected during the visit
Dec 13, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center
Is Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on October 1, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 9 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center care for?
130, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 464-7620 to ask.
What is Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center's phone number?
(828) 464-7620.
Where is Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center?
1220 North Shipp Avenue, Newton, NC 28658. The nearest other daycare we list is Children Resource Center, 0.3 miles away.