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1000 Hanes Mall Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC
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Big Mama's Educational Center
- licensed capacity
- 8
- a week, county median
- $188
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About
About Big Mama's Educational Center
Big Mama's Educational Center is a licensed home daycare in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 8 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 26 rules across 6 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
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 8 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (336) 760-9774 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 8 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Big Mama's Educational Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Forsyth County has a median price of $188 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$203
Home daycare$188
Toddler
Center$169
Home daycare$164
Preschool
Center$150
Home daycare$148
School age
Center$81
Home daycare$87
State record
Inspection reports for Big Mama's Educational Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Family CC Home License
- Capacity
- 8 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #34000871
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 24, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 7 visits · 26 rules in all · 26 corrected
- Records and paperwork 8
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Food and nutrition 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Background checks 1
- 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.
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Aug 24, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
The written plan of care did not specify the names of individuals who will be responsible for the care of children when the operator attends to routine tasks.
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
Equipment and toys were not in good repair and developmentally appropriate.
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
Feb 19, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days.
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2026
Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2026
Sep 2, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Infant feeding plans did not include the required information, including but not limited to the type and amount of milk, formula and food, and the frequency of feedings, and/or was not available for reference.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
Hazardous cleaning supplies and other items that might be poisonous e.g. toxic plants, were not out of reach or in locked storage when children were in care.
Corrected during the visit
The written plan of care did not specify the names of individuals who will be responsible for the care of children when the operator attends to routine tasks.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
- Aug 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 14, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.
Corrected during the visit
Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.
Corrected during the visit
Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.
Corrected during the visit
Sep 11, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
Signed discipline statement did not include the required information, as outlined in rule.
Corrected during the visit
Operator and/or staff members did not complete a professional development plan within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
Infant feeding plans did not include the required information, including but not limited to the type and amount of milk, formula and food, and the frequency of feedings, and/or was not available for reference.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.
Corrected during the visit
The operator did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information is current.
Corrected during the visit
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and/or required information.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
The operator did not review the FCCH EPR Plan with additional caregivers on an annual basis.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
The daily schedule, activity plan, infant feeding plan, allergy posting, SIDS Sleep Chart/visual check were not maintained on file for a minimum of 30 days from the revision or replacement date.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
The written plan of care did not specify the names of individuals who will be responsible for the care of children when the operator attends to routine tasks.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 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 from the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Oct 8, 2024
Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
Operator did not maintain a record of on-going training in which he/she has participated.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
Health questionnaire was not completed annually.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.
Corrected during the visit
Apr 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
The operator did not conduct a quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drill and or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Big Mama's Educational Center
Is Big Mama's Educational Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Big Mama's Educational Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 24, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Big Mama's Educational Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 6 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 26 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 Big Mama's Educational Center care for?
8, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Big Mama's Educational Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Big Mama's Educational Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (336) 760-9774 to confirm.
How much does Big Mama's Educational Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (336) 760-9774 to ask.
What is Big Mama's Educational Center's phone number?
(336) 760-9774.
Where is Big Mama's Educational Center?
Winston-Salem, NC 27103. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.