Inner Child Learning Center
Winston-Salem, NC 27101 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health
- licensed capacity
- 283
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $203
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About
About Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health
Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health is a licensed child care center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 283 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 19 visits in the last 3 years and cited 46 rules across 9 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
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 283 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 283 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Forsyth County has a median price of $203 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 Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 283 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #34000829
Summary
19 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 27, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 19 visits · 46 rules in all · 46 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 13
- Staff training and qualifications 11
- Safety and hazards 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Records and paperwork 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Food and nutrition 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 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 16, 2026Inspection11 rules cited
Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics.
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2026
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2026
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2026
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2026
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2026
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 27, 2026
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 Mar 2, 2026
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 Mar 2, 2026
Prohibited styrofoam and foam rubber products were accessible to children under 3 years of age and/or approved foam products were used without proper supervision.
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2026
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
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
- Dec 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2025
Aug 12, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025
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
The EMC plan did not name the person responsible, and at least one alternate, for choosing and carrying out the plan of action to obtain appropriate medical care.
The state verified the correction on Aug 22, 2025
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
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2025
- Jun 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2025
Mar 24, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children.
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2025
Show 9 earlier visits
- Mar 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 12, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2025
Prohibited styrofoam and foam rubber products were accessible to children under 3 years of age and/or approved foam products were used without proper supervision.
Corrected during the visit
Sep 25, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2024
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2024
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 Oct 7, 2024
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 Oct 7, 2024
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 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 Oct 7, 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 7, 2024
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 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
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 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.
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.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2024
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2024
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not posted in a prominent place in the center.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2024
- Sep 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 2, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics.
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below.
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 15, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2023
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
Corrected during the visit
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2023
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health
Is Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 27, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 19 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 46 rules across 9 of 19 visits in the last 3 years; 46 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 Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health care for?
283, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (336) 231-3247 to ask.
What is Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health's phone number?
(336) 231-3247.
Where is Bright Horizons at Wake Forest Baptist Health?
200 Lockland Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. The nearest other daycare we list is Ardmore Baptist Weekday Program, 0.6 miles away.