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Conway, NC 27820 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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A&J Kiddieland Child Care Center is a licensed child care center in Rich Square, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 4:15 AM to 5:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 4:15 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4:15 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:15 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 4:15 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 4:15 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
A&J Kiddieland Child Care Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Northampton County has a median price of $195 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 22, 2026: 8 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 10 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
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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The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2026
Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2026
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 Aug 5, 2026
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 Aug 5, 2026
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 Aug 17, 2026
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2026
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations.
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests.
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
Baby bottles were not stored to protect from contamination.
Corrected during the visit
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2025
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2024
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 Sep 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 Sep 30, 2024
Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating.
The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2024
Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 22, 2026, with 8 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 5 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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.
60, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 4:15 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 539-1011 to ask.
(252) 539-1011.
924 South Main Street, Rich Square, NC 27869. The nearest other daycare we list is Tina's University For Tots Child Care Center, 0.7 miles away.