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Early Start Child Care and Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 29
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $183
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About
About Early Start Child Care and Learning Center
Early Start Child Care and Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Fayetteville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 29 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 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 44 rules across 12 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
- 29 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 29 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Early Start Child Care and Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Cumberland County has a median price of $183 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$183
Home daycare$162
Toddler
Center$159
Home daycare$150
Preschool
Center$132
Home daycare$136
School age
Center$76
Home daycare$93
State record
Inspection reports for Early Start Child Care and Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 29 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #26001920
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 16, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 12 of 15 visits · 44 rules in all · 44 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 13
- Records and paperwork 8
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Food and nutrition 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Background checks 1
- Other rules 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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Apr 16, 2026Inspection1 rule 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 28, 2026
- Jan 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 6, 2026Inspection4 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 Jan 12, 2026
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
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
Corrected during the visit
Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.
Corrected during the visit
May 1, 2025Inspection4 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 May 8, 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 May 5, 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 May 5, 2025
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025
- Oct 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on Aug 26, 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 Aug 26, 2024
Aug 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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 Aug 15, 2024
The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91.
The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2024
Jun 25, 2024Inspection7 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 2, 2024
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Jul 1, 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 Jul 1, 2024
Discipline was related to food, rest or toileting.
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 Jul 1, 2024
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 Jun 26, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
May 6, 2024Inspection10 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 May 16, 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 May 16, 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 May 16, 2024
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on May 16, 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 16, 2024
On-going training received was not within the 9 topic areas listed in GS 110-91(11) and/or the health and safety training topic areas in rule .1102.
Corrected during the visit
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 May 16, 2024
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on May 16, 2024
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on May 16, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Apr 10, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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 Apr 19, 2024
Show 5 earlier visits
Feb 15, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 17, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
Food was not kept free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination and was therefore, not safe for human consumption.
Corrected during the visit
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
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 Jan 23, 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 Jan 23, 2024
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
Corrected during the visit
Nov 13, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Each infant was not served only bottles labeled with their individual name.
Corrected during the visit
Baby bottles were not stored to protect from contamination.
Corrected during the visit
Nov 2, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
An individual on a provisional criminal background check status was not supervised by a staff person who was determined to be qualified.
Corrected during the visit
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 Nov 13, 2023
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Early Start Child Care and Learning Center
Is Early Start Child Care and Learning Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Early Start Child Care and Learning Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 16, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Early Start Child Care and Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 44 rules across 12 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 44 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 Start Child Care and Learning Center care for?
29, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Early Start Child Care and Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Early Start Child Care and Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Early Start Child Care and Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 488-4708 to ask.
What is Early Start Child Care and Learning Center's phone number?
(910) 488-4708.
Where is Early Start Child Care and Learning Center?
114 Eastwood Ave, Fayetteville, NC 28301. The nearest other daycare we list is Northwood Early Education Academy at Peace Campus, 0.4 miles away.