4 Kidz Only
602 Bessemer City Road, Gastonia, NC
1.0· 1 review
Brainy Kids' Daycare Center
- licensed capacity
- 42
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $148
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About Brainy Kids' Daycare Center
Brainy Kids' Daycare Center is a licensed child care center in Gastonia, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 42 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 29 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 42 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 42 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Brainy Kids' Daycare Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Gaston County has a median price of $148 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$148
Home daycare$145
Toddler
Center$133
Home daycare$140
Preschool
Center$108
Home daycare$135
School age
Center$63
Home daycare$83
State record
Inspection reports for Brainy Kids' Daycare Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 42 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #36000630
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 26, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 14 visits · 29 rules in all · 29 corrected
- Records and paperwork 11
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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- Aug 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 17, 2026Inspection2 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
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 26, 2026
Mar 25, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Apr 1, 2026
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 Apr 1, 2026
- Oct 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 2, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
Corrected during the visit
Sep 25, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
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 Oct 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 Oct 2, 2024
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
Corrected during the visit
- Jul 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 30, 2024Inspection2 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 May 13, 2024
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2024
Show 5 earlier visits
Apr 18, 2024Inspection7 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 May 13, 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 May 8, 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 May 8, 2024
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2024
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2024
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 Apr 29, 2024
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2024
Mar 7, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
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 Mar 19, 2024
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024
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
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.
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2024
Feb 5, 2024Inspection5 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 Feb 19, 2024
Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2024
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2024
Emergency information did not name childs health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2024
Application was not signed by the parent.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2024
Jan 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.
The state verified the correction on Feb 5, 2024
Oct 27, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 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 Nov 7, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Brainy Kids' Daycare Center
Is Brainy Kids' Daycare Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Brainy Kids' Daycare Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 26, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Brainy Kids' Daycare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 29 rules across 9 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 29 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 Brainy Kids' Daycare Center care for?
42, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Brainy Kids' Daycare Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Brainy Kids' Daycare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Brainy Kids' Daycare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 765-8022 to ask.
What is Brainy Kids' Daycare Center's phone number?
(704) 765-8022.
Where is Brainy Kids' Daycare Center?
204 S Vine Street, Gastonia, NC 28052. The nearest other daycare we list is The Bright Start, 0.1 miles away.