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247 E. Millers Cove, Walland, TN
Agelink Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 164
- a week, county median
- $154
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About
About Agelink Child Development Center
Agelink Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Cherokee, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 164 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 33 visits in the last 3 years and cited 64 rules across 14 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 164 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 497-6726 to confirm.
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 | 164 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Agelink Child Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Swain County has a median price of $154 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$154
Home daycare$117
Toddler
Center$109
Home daycare$126
Preschool
Center$108
Home daycare$126
School age
Center$83
Home daycare$167
State record
Inspection reports for Agelink Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 164 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #8755020
Summary
33 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 11, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 15 of 33 visits · 64 rules in all · 64 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 15
- Records and paperwork 9
- Safety and hazards 8
- Food and nutrition 7
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Discipline and child guidance 6
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Safe sleep 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
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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- Aug 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 23, 2026Inspection6 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 3, 2026
All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file.
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2026
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.
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2026
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2026
A list of all children participating in the off premise activity was not available at the center.
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2026
The schedule of off premise activities was not current and/or did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Aug 3, 2026
- Jun 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 12, 2026Inspection1 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 Feb 27, 2026
- Oct 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 20, 2025Inspection1 rule 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 Oct 23, 2025
- Aug 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 6, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 2025
Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Aug 11, 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 Aug 11, 2025
Show 23 earlier visits
- Jul 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 14, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
All beds, cots, or mats with individual linen were not provided for each child.
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2025
- Jun 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children used space that was not approved.
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2025
- Nov 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 17, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2025
Discipline was related to food, rest or toileting.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2025
Child was handled roughly.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2025
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2025
Sep 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Sep 24, 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
Aug 2, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
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
Jun 25, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
Diaper changing surfaces were not cleaned with a detergent solution and disinfected after each use.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
Staff did not wash their hands thoroughly before beginning work, before/after handling food, before bottle feeding or serving to other children, after toileting or handling body fluids, after diaper changing and after handling soiled items.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
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 Jul 2, 2024
Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
Drinking water was not freely available to children of all ages.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
- Jun 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 9, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
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 28, 2024
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 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 Feb 28, 2024
Jan 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2024
Jan 22, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2024
Jan 22, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2024
Jan 18, 2024Inspection26 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 Feb 1, 2024
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 Feb 1, 2024
All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
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 30, 2024
Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 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 Feb 1, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 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 Feb 1, 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 Feb 1, 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 Feb 1, 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 Feb 1, 2024
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 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.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
Each child did not have an opportunity to be outdoors daily, if weather conditions permitted.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
Each child's diapers were not changed at areas designated exclusively for diapering, on a surface that was smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable and of tight construction.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Agelink Child Development Center
Is Agelink Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Agelink Child Development Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 33 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Agelink Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 64 rules across 15 of 33 visits in the last 3 years; 64 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 Agelink Child Development Center care for?
164, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Agelink Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Agelink Child Development Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 497-6726 to confirm.
How much does Agelink Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 497-6726 to ask.
What is Agelink Child Development Center's phone number?
(828) 497-6726.
Where is Agelink Child Development Center?
61 Children's Home Loop Road, Cherokee, NC 28719.