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Ashe Developmental Day School
- licensed capacity
- 80
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $169
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About
About Ashe Developmental Day School
Ashe Developmental Day School is a licensed child care center in Jefferson, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 80 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 4 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 80 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | 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 | 80 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ashe Developmental Day School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Ashe County has a median price of $169 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$169
Home daycare$114
Toddler
Center$125
Home daycare$191
Preschool
Center$117
Home daycare$274
School age
Center$64
Home daycare$69
State record
Inspection reports for Ashe Developmental Day School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 80 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #0555002
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 13, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- 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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Jan 13, 2026Inspection5 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 Jan 26, 2026
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 Jan 26, 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 Jan 26, 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 Feb 20, 2026
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Jan 26, 2026
- Jan 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 14, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of.
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2024
Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older.
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2024
Jul 29, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Smoking materials were not kept in locked storage.
The state verified the correction on Aug 4, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Aug 4, 2024
Feb 15, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
A child was given over the counter medication without written authorization from a parent to follow the direction of the NC State Health Director during a public health emergency and/or the authorization did not contain the required information.
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
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Ashe Developmental Day School
Is Ashe Developmental Day School licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Ashe Developmental Day School last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on January 13, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ashe Developmental Day School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Ashe Developmental Day School care for?
80, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Ashe Developmental Day School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ashe Developmental Day School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ashe Developmental Day School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (336) 846-7791 to ask.
What is Ashe Developmental Day School's phone number?
(336) 846-7791.
Where is Ashe Developmental Day School?
522 Academy Street, Jefferson, NC 28640. The nearest other daycare we list is Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center, 1.5 miles away.