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Andrews Memorial Readiness School II
- capacity
- 274
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $145
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About Andrews Memorial Readiness School II
Andrews Memorial Readiness School II is a child care center in Graham, North Carolina. It is state-listed, for up to 274 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 32 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Capacity
- 274 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 274 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Andrews Memorial Readiness School II has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Alamance County has a median price of $145 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$145
Home daycare$150
Toddler
Center$143
Home daycare$134
Preschool
Center$113
Home daycare$140
School age
Center$66
Home daycare$89
State record
Inspection reports for Andrews Memorial Readiness School II
License
- Status
- Operating; not a child care license
- License type
- Religious-sponsored program, notice of compliance under G.S. 110-106 (GS 110-106; not a child care license)
- Capacity
- 274 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #0159003
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 4, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 9 visits · 32 rules in all · 32 corrected
- Safety and hazards 8
- Records and paperwork 5
- Background checks 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 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.
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Aug 4, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 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 31, 2026
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 Aug 31, 2026
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 Aug 31, 2026
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
Feb 11, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 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 Mar 4, 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 Mar 4, 2026
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 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
- Aug 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 22, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2025
Screen time was offered to children under three years of age.
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2025
Aug 22, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2025
Screen time was offered to children under three years of age.
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2025
Aug 14, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2025
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 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 25, 2025
Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access.
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.
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2025
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 22, 2025
Feb 13, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2025
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 Feb 25, 2025
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2025
The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed.
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2025
Sep 5, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2024
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 Sep 20, 2024
May 21, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 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 Jun 4, 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 Jun 4, 2024
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2024
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 Jun 4, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Andrews Memorial Readiness School II
Is Andrews Memorial Readiness School II licensed?
No. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it, but its program type is not a child care license in North Carolina.
When was Andrews Memorial Readiness School II last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 4, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Andrews Memorial Readiness School II had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 32 rules across 8 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 32 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 Andrews Memorial Readiness School II care for?
274, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Andrews Memorial Readiness School II accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Andrews Memorial Readiness School II's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Andrews Memorial Readiness School II cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (336) 226-5201 to ask.
What is Andrews Memorial Readiness School II's phone number?
(336) 226-5201.
Where is Andrews Memorial Readiness School II?
303 W Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253. The nearest other daycare we list is Joyful Learning Center, 0.4 miles away.