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Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch

7300 Church Road, Taylorsville, NC 28681
licensed capacity
58
a week, county median
$118

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About Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch

Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch is a licensed child care center in Taylorsville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 58 children, serving preschoolers.

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Ages served: preschoolers

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Type
Child care center
Ages
Preschoolers
Hours today
Not listed
Licensed capacity
58 children

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Programs

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AgesPreschoolersFrom the state license
Licensed capacity58 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Alexander County has a median price of $118 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

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Alexander County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$159
Home daycare$108

Toddler

Center$131
Home daycare$97

Preschool

Center$118
Home daycare$98

School age

Center$68
Home daycare$68

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Five Star Center License
Capacity
58 children
Ages
Preschoolers
License number
#02000108
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 7, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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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  1. May 7, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.

      The state verified the correction on May 18, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      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

  2. Jan 5, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.

      The state verified the correction on Jan 16, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      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

  3. May 20, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      Corrected during the visit

  4. Jan 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Feb 5, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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

    • Records and paperwork

      Application for enrollment did not include all required information.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair.

      Corrected during the visit

  6. Oct 12, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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 Oct 13, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.

      Corrected during the visit

Copied from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch

Is Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch licensed?

Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 7, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 4 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch care for?

58, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.

Does Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 632-2395 to confirm.

How much does Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 632-2395 to ask.

What is Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch's phone number?

(828) 632-2395.

Where is Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch?

7300 Church Road, Taylorsville, NC 28681. The nearest other daycare we list is Wittenburg Elementary Before / After School Care, under 0.1 miles away.

Sources: The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).