Kingdom Kids Childcare Center
199 Elk Street, Newland, NC
5.0· 1 review
Avery County Head Start Center
- licensed capacity
- 16
- a week, county median
- $238
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About Avery County Head Start Center
Avery County Head Start Center is a licensed child care center in Newland, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 16 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 16 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 733-7114 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 16 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Avery County Head Start Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Avery County has a median price of $238 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$238
Home daycare$177
Toddler
Center$151
Home daycare$148
Preschool
Center$136
Home daycare$144
School age
Center$74
Home daycare$84
State record
Inspection reports for Avery County Head Start Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 16 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #06000043
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 9, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Health, medication and illness 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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Feb 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 18, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 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 Aug 5, 2024
Feb 14, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.
The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2024
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2024
Oct 23, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches.
The state verified the correction on Oct 30, 2023
Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating.
The state verified the correction on Nov 29, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Avery County Head Start Center
Is Avery County Head Start Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Avery County Head Start Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on February 9, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Avery County Head Start Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Avery County Head Start Center care for?
16, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Avery County Head Start Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Avery County Head Start Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 733-7114 to confirm.
How much does Avery County Head Start Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 733-7114 to ask.
What is Avery County Head Start Center's phone number?
(828) 733-7114.
Where is Avery County Head Start Center?
3280 Linville Falls Hwy, Newland, NC 28657.