South Rowan Academy of Child Development
413 North Main Street, China Grove, NC
3.7· 9 reviews
Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church
- capacity
- 70
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
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About
About Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church
Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church is a child care center in China Grove, North Carolina. It is state-listed, for up to 70 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM
- Capacity
- 70 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Capacity | 70 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Rowan County has a median price of $199 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$199
Home daycare$155
Toddler
Center$139
Home daycare$138
Preschool
Center$119
Home daycare$131
School age
Center$120
Home daycare$162
State record
Inspection reports for Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church
License
- Status
- Operating; not a child care license
- License type
- Religious-sponsored program, notice of compliance under G.S. 110-106 (GS 110-106; not a child care license)
- Capacity
- 70 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #80000416
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 2, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 14 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Records and paperwork 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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Jun 2, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
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 Jun 8, 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
- Oct 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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 Jun 24, 2025
Jun 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking.
The state verified the correction on Jun 20, 2025
- Apr 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 4 earlier visits
Apr 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2025
Jan 2, 2025Inspection2 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.
Corrected during the visit
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2025
- Jul 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church
Is Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church licensed?
No. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it, but its program type is not a child care license in North Carolina.
When was Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 2, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 5 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church care for?
70, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 857-5837 to ask.
What is Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church's phone number?
(704) 857-5837.
Where is Early Learning Center of First Methodist Church?
110 W Church St., China Grove, NC 28023. The nearest other daycare we list is South Rowan Academy of Child Development, 0.2 miles away.