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Four Oaks, NC 27524 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III
- licensed capacity
- 141
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $216
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About
About Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III
Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III is a licensed child care center in Four Oaks, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 141 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 141 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | 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 | 141 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Johnston County has a median price of $216 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$216
Home daycare$153
Toddler
Center$188
Home daycare$150
Preschool
Center$149
Home daycare$136
School age
Center$86
Home daycare$97
State record
Inspection reports for Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 141 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #51000714
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 4, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 9 of 14 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Safety and hazards 5
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Other rules 2
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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Jun 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs.
Corrected during the visit
- May 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Following the issuance of any administrative action the operator did not post the administrative action, cover letter, and/or corrective action plan, if applicable, in a location visible to parents and visitors near the entrance of the child care facility during the pendency of an appeal and/or throughout the effective time period of the administrative action. (Applicable to administrative actions after 2/1/19).
Corrected during the visit
Aug 5, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional.
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 6, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
Corrected during the visit
Mar 26, 2025Inspection1 rule 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
- Feb 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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Feb 6, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
Corrected during the visit
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
Corrected during the visit
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2025
Jan 27, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
Corrected during the visit
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
Jul 24, 2024Inspection11 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 Aug 8, 2024
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
Corrected during the visit
Application for enrollment did not include all required information.
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2024
Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2024
Accurate records were not maintained for all staff.
Corrected during the visit
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 Aug 8, 2024
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2024
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2024
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
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
Mar 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III
Is Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 4, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 9 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 24 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 Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III care for?
141, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 963-3780 to ask.
What is Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III's phone number?
(919) 963-3780.
Where is Adventures Under the Sun, Inc. III?
101 Civitan Rd, Four Oaks, NC 27524. The nearest other daycare we list is Kids Academy, 0.7 miles away.