Higher Learning Child Care Academy
104 S Carpenter Street, Kings Mountain, NC
3.9· 44 reviews
Bolin’s DayCare Center
- licensed capacity
- 98
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $136
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About Bolin’s DayCare Center
Bolin’s DayCare Center is a licensed child care center in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 98 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 98 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 98 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bolin’s DayCare Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Cleveland County has a median price of $136 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$159
Home daycare$128
Toddler
Center$136
Home daycare$137
Preschool
Center$131
Home daycare$109
School age
Center$71
Home daycare$62
State record
Inspection reports for Bolin’s DayCare Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 98 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #23000506
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 26, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 13 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Records and paperwork 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Other rules 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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May 26, 2026Inspection1 rule 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.
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 27, 2025Inspection1 rule 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.
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 6, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
For each child, there was not at least 30 sq. ft. inside space per the total licensed capacity and 100 sq. ft. outside space for each child using the outdoor learning environment at any one time.
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2024
Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2024
- Jun 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 19, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
Staff working in part-time, full-day or track out school age care programs required to complete BSAC training, did not complete it within three months of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 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 Jul 2, 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 Jul 2, 2024
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2024
- Feb 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
- Jan 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 28, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
Corrected during the visit
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. J.
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023
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 Dec 12, 2023
Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs.
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Bolin’s DayCare Center
Is Bolin’s DayCare Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Bolin’s DayCare Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 26, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bolin’s DayCare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 5 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Bolin’s DayCare Center care for?
98, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Bolin’s DayCare Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Bolin’s DayCare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bolin’s DayCare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 739-7715 to ask.
What is Bolin’s DayCare Center's phone number?
(704) 739-7715.
Where is Bolin’s DayCare Center?
901 Ramseur Street, Kings Mountain, NC 28086. The nearest other daycare we list is North Elementary School, 0.1 miles away.