Christ Our Shepherd Child Care
226 West John Street, Matthews, NC
COS Kids
- licensed capacity
- 104
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $251
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About
About COS Kids
COS Kids is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 104 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 38 rules across 7 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
- 104 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 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 | 104 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
COS Kids has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Mecklenburg County has a median price of $251 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$284
Home daycare$189
Toddler
Center$251
Home daycare$180
Preschool
Center$171
Home daycare$180
School age
Center$90
Home daycare$100
State record
Inspection reports for COS Kids
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 104 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #60003664
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 3, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 7 of 11 visits · 38 rules in all · 38 corrected
- Safety and hazards 11
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Records and paperwork 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Transportation 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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Mar 3, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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 Mar 3, 2026
Oct 21, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Oct 28, 2025
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 Nov 11, 2025
Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience.
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2025
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 Oct 22, 2025
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Oct 30, 2025
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 Nov 5, 2025
Mar 18, 2025Inspection8 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 Mar 28, 2025
First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area.
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 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 Mar 28, 2025
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 Mar 28, 2025
The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests.
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2025
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2025
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2025
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Mar 31, 2025
Dec 19, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 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 Dec 31, 2024
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 Dec 19, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection.
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2025
- Dec 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 7, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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
- Aug 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 10, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment. Pursuant to its investigation, the Division has confirmed sufficient information to determine child maltreatment.
Corrected during the visit
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2024
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Apr 8, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2024
Signage was not posted regarding the smoking and tobacco restriction at the entrance of the center and/or in vehicles used to transport children.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 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 Apr 22, 2024
Balloons were accessible to children.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 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
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
Running water, soap and individual sanitary towels, or other approved hand-drying devices were not supplied at each lavatory.
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about COS Kids
Is COS Kids licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was COS Kids last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on March 3, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has COS Kids had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 38 rules across 7 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 38 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 COS Kids care for?
104, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does COS Kids accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are COS Kids' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does COS Kids cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 845-4673 to ask.
What is COS Kids' phone number?
(704) 845-4673.
Where is COS Kids?
226 W John Street, Charlotte, NC 28105. The nearest other daycare we list is Christ Our Shepherd Child Care, under 0.1 miles away.