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Hickory, NC 28601 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 99
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $159
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About
About First Baptist Church Child Development Center
First Baptist Church Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Taylorsville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 99 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 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 28 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageFaith-basedAccepts 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
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 99 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 | 99 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First Baptist Church Child Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Alexander County has a median price of $159 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$159
Home daycare$108
Toddler
Center$131
Home daycare$97
Preschool
Center$118
Home daycare$98
School age
Center$68
Home daycare$68
State record
Inspection reports for First Baptist Church Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 99 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #0250527
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 13, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 28 rules in all · 28 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Food and nutrition 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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- Aug 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 28, 2025Inspection11 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 Sep 11, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2025
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
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 Sep 11, 2025
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 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 Sep 11, 2025
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
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2025
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 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
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2025
Aug 28, 2025Inspection11 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 Sep 11, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2025
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
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 Sep 11, 2025
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 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 Sep 11, 2025
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
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2025
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 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
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2025
Apr 9, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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
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
- Feb 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 24, 2024Inspection8 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.
Corrected during the visit
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
Corrected during the visit
Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
Corrected during the visit
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
Corrected during the visit
The activity plan did not include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors and outdoors.
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
Feb 28, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2024
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2024
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 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.
Corrected during the visit
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2024
Baby bottles were not stored to protect from contamination.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2024
The center did not have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible daily.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about First Baptist Church Child Development Center
Is First Baptist Church Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was First Baptist Church Child Development Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 13, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First Baptist Church Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 28 rules across 5 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 28 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 Child Development Center care for?
99, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does First Baptist Church Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are First Baptist Church Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does First Baptist Church Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 632-7859 to ask.
What is First Baptist Church Child Development Center's phone number?
(828) 632-7859.
Where is First Baptist Church Child Development Center?
321 W Main Ave, Taylorsville, NC 28681. The nearest other daycare we list is Taylorsville Elementary School - NCPK, 0.1 miles away.