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Clarkton, NC 28433 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care
- licensed capacity
- 50
- a week, county median
- $139
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About
About Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care
Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care is a licensed child care center in Clarkton, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 50 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 34 rules across 7 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
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 50 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (910) 647-2291 to confirm.
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 | 50 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Columbus County has a median price of $139 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$139
Home daycare$112
Toddler
Center$135
Home daycare$95
Preschool
Center$116
Home daycare$91
School age
Center$89
Home daycare$134
State record
Inspection reports for Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 50 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #24000077
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 23, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 10 visits · 34 rules in all · 32 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Safety and hazards 6
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Background checks 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Health, medication and illness 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 23, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
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 6, 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 Jul 6, 2026
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Jul 6, 2026
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
Corrected during the visit
Dec 16, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Jan 2, 2026
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2025
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Dec 28, 2025
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Dec 28, 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 Dec 19, 2025
Nov 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
Jan 13, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
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 Jan 27, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2025
Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2025
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 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 Jan 27, 2025
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 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 17, 2024Inspection5 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
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 31, 2024
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.
Corrected during the visit
Separate outdoor play areas or time schedules were not provided for children under two when 15 or more children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2024
Jul 11, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of.
Corrected during the visit
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2024
A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
A room was occupied by more children than the space allowed at 25-sq. ft. of floor space per child.
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2024
- Feb 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 23, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 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 Feb 6, 2024
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
Corrected during the visit
Four of the five activity area(s): art/creative play, children’s books, blocks/block building, manipulatives, family living/dramatic play was not available daily.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care
Is Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 23, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 34 rules across 7 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 32 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 Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care care for?
50, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (910) 647-2291 to confirm.
How much does Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 647-2291 to ask.
What is Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care's phone number?
(910) 647-2291.
Where is Farmer's Union Developmental Day Care?
905 Farmers Union Rd, Clarkton, NC 28433. The nearest other daycare we list is Blessed Hands, 5.3 miles away.