Academy at Biltmore Church
35 Clayton Rd, Arden, NC
Avery's Creek Head Start
- licensed capacity
- 20
- a week, county median
- $175
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About Avery's Creek Head Start
Avery's Creek Head Start is a licensed child care center in Arden, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 20 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 6 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
- 20 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 776-0471 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 20 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Avery's Creek Head Start has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Buncombe County has a median price of $175 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$191
Home daycare$177
Toddler
Center$165
Home daycare$160
Preschool
Center$175
Home daycare$138
School age
Center$135
Home daycare$185
State record
Inspection reports for Avery's Creek Head Start
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 20 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #11000927
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 30, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 8 visits · 23 rules in all · 23 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Records and paperwork 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Food and nutrition 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Mar 30, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2026
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file.
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2026
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
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 15, 2025Inspection2 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
The license was not posted in a prominent place at all times.
The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2025
- Apr 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 24, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2025
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2025
A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2025
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 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 May 6, 2025
Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2025
Jan 29, 2025Inspection3 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 6, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. N.
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2025
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2025
May 2, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2024
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2024
Toxic plants were accessible to children.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 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 May 13, 2024
- Dec 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 20, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Nov 29, 2023
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Nov 29, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Avery's Creek Head Start
Is Avery's Creek Head Start licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Avery's Creek Head Start last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on March 30, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Avery's Creek Head Start had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 6 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 23 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's Creek Head Start care for?
20, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Avery's Creek Head Start accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Avery's Creek Head Start's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 776-0471 to confirm.
How much does Avery's Creek Head Start cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 776-0471 to ask.
What is Avery's Creek Head Start's phone number?
(828) 776-0471.
Where is Avery's Creek Head Start?
15 Park South Blvd, Arden, NC 28704. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA Avery's Creek Afterschool, under 0.1 miles away.