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Statesville, NC 28677 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
American Child
- licensed capacity
- 110
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $223
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About
About American Child
American Child is a licensed child care center in Statesville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 110 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 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 31 rules across 5 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 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 110 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 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 | 110 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
American Child has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Iredell County has a median price of $223 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$223
Home daycare$184
Toddler
Center$175
Home daycare$141
Preschool
Center$149
Home daycare$146
School age
Center$150
Home daycare$178
State record
Inspection reports for American Child
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 110 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #49000193
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 18, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 14 visits · 31 rules in all · 31 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 9
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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.
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- May 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 28, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 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 May 13, 2026
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2026
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
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2026
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on May 18, 2026
Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified.
Corrected during the visit
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2026
For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2026
- Jan 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 16, 2025Inspection4 rules 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
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
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 May 28, 2025
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 4, 2024Inspection3 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.
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 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 16, 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.
Corrected during the visit
Show 4 earlier visits
- Sep 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 28, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
Application was not signed by the parent. One child's application was not signed by the parent.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 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 Jun 4, 2024
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2024
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
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 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 Jun 4, 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.
Corrected during the visit
- Dec 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 29, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
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.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
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.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
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 Dec 6, 2023
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 Dec 6, 2023
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about American Child
Is American Child licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was American Child last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has American Child had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 5 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 31 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 American Child care for?
110, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does American Child accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are American Child's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does American Child cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 838-1993 to ask.
What is American Child's phone number?
(704) 838-1993.
Where is American Child?
115 Cooper Street, Statesville, NC 28677. The nearest other daycare we list is LIFESPAN Early Learning Center, 0.3 miles away.