Think and Grow Child Care #2
117 East Pitt Street, Tarboro, NC
5.0· 3 reviews
First Baptist Church Academy
- capacity
- 105
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $147
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About
About First Baptist Church Academy
First Baptist Church Academy is a child care center in Tarboro, North Carolina. It is state-listed, for up to 105 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 35 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Capacity
- 105 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 105 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First Baptist Church Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Edgecombe County has a median price of $147 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$190
Home daycare$143
Toddler
Center$147
Home daycare$137
Preschool
Center$124
Home daycare$137
School age
Center$67
Home daycare$67
State record
Inspection reports for First Baptist Church Academy
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
- 105 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #33000503
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 16, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 10 visits · 35 rules in all · 35 corrected
- Safety and hazards 12
- Staff training and qualifications 9
- Records and paperwork 6
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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Apr 16, 2026Inspection5 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 Apr 22, 2026
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. D.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 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
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
Oct 10, 2025Inspection5 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
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. T.
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2025
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. M.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 19, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
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 29, 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. T.
The state verified the correction on May 29, 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. T.
The state verified the correction on May 29, 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
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2025
Jan 30, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
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. Ms.
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 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. Ms.
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 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 Feb 13, 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
Jul 18, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
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 Aug 12, 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 Aug 12, 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 Jul 31, 2024
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 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.
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2024
Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom.
Corrected during the visit
Apr 16, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children did not wash their hands upon arrival at the center, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, before and after water activity play, after outside play, and after handling animals or animal cages.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2024
Mar 13, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
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 Apr 8, 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 Apr 8, 2024
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 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.
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2024
- Jan 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 20, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Center staff did not follow the EMC plan.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about First Baptist Church Academy
Is First Baptist Church Academy 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 First Baptist Church Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 16, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First Baptist Church Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 35 rules across 8 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 35 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 First Baptist Church Academy care for?
105, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does First Baptist Church Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are First Baptist Church Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does First Baptist Church Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 823-0111 to ask.
What is First Baptist Church Academy's phone number?
(252) 823-0111.
Where is First Baptist Church Academy?
605 North Main St, Tarboro, NC 27886. The nearest other daycare we list is T. & G. # 3, 0.2 miles away.