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Wilson, NC 27893 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge
- licensed capacity
- 75
- open each week
- 4 days
- a week, county median
- $175
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About Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge
Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge is a licensed child care center in Wilson, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 75 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday, 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM; Wednesday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 34 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
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 75 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Not listed |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | 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 | 75 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Wilson County has a median price of $175 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$175
Home daycare$112
Toddler
Center$152
Home daycare$116
Preschool
Center$136
Home daycare$142
School age
Center$74
Home daycare$90
State record
Inspection reports for Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 75 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #98000092
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 16, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 8 visits · 34 rules in all · 34 corrected
- Food and nutrition 6
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Safe sleep 2
- Transportation 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Jun 16, 2026Inspection5 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 Jun 30, 2026
Accurate records were not maintained for all children.
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2026
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2026
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
Jan 14, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. A.
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2026
A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available.
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2026
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 Jan 28, 2026
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 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
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2026
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 Jan 28, 2026
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence)
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2026
Baby bottles were not stored to protect from contamination.
Corrected during the visit
All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed.
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2026
Jul 9, 2025Inspection4 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 Jul 23, 2025
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 28, 2025
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 28, 2025
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 Jul 23, 2025
- Dec 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 17, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 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.
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed.
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 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 Dec 31, 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 Dec 31, 2024
Jul 30, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Aug 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 Aug 13, 2024
- Feb 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 1, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2024
Screen time was offered to children under three years of age.
The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2024
Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older.
The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 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 Feb 6, 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 Feb 15, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge
Is Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 16, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 34 rules across 6 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 34 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 Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge care for?
75, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge's hours?
Monday, 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM; Wednesday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 237-2257 to ask.
What is Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge's phone number?
(252) 237-2257.
Where is Cynthia's Garden of Knowledge?
1915 Stantonsburg Rd, Wilson, NC 27893. The nearest other daycare we list is Just for Us, 0.8 miles away.