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First Baptist Church Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 91
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $181
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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 Valdese, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 91 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 55 rules across 9 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
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 91 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 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 | 91 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 Burke County has a median price of $181 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$181
Home daycare$156
Toddler
Center$127
Home daycare$119
Preschool
Center$112
Home daycare$120
School age
Center$64
Home daycare$117
State record
Inspection reports for First Baptist Church Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 91 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #12000190
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 22, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 17 visits · 55 rules in all · 55 corrected
- Records and paperwork 16
- Staff training and qualifications 11
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Safe sleep 4
- Background checks 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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May 22, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Personnel records were not maintained on file in the timeframes given by Rule .2318(7).
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on Jun 1, 2026
- Apr 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 10, 2026Inspection9 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 Feb 17, 2026
Emergency information did not name childs health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2026
Application was not signed by the parent.
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2026
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2026
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 Feb 28, 2026
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
Corrected during the visit
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
The activity plan was not designed to stimulate emotional and social, health and physical, approaches to play and learning, language development and communication, and cognitive development for each group of children in care.
Corrected during the visit
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
- Aug 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 26, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2025
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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Mar 10, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2025
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
Feb 26, 2025Inspection25 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.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2025
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 Mar 13, 2025
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 Mar 11, 2025
Potential biocontaminants were not stored properly (locked storage, removed from premises, inaccessible to children, or covered plastic lined receptacle).
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2025
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 Mar 11, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2025
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 Mar 11, 2025
Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies.
The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 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 Mar 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.
The state verified the correction on Mar 29, 2025
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 Mar 11, 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 Mar 11, 2025
The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily.
Corrected during the visit
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2025
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Mar 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 Mar 11, 2025
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
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 11, 2025
Questionable medication instructions from parents were followed without signed written dosage instructions received from physician or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2025
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2025
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2025
The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2025
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2025
A child's hands were not washed after each diaper change.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2025
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 Mar 11, 2025
- Dec 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 18, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
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 Nov 26, 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 Nov 26, 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 Nov 26, 2024
Children used space that was not approved.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2024
Jul 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2024
- Apr 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 11, 2024Inspection10 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
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
Application for enrollment did not include all required information.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2024
Emergency information did not name child's health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 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.
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.
Corrected during the visit
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
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
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
Corrected during the visit
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 Mar 18, 2024
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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 May 22, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First Baptist Church Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 55 rules across 9 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 55 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?
91, 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, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does First Baptist Church Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 874-0353 to ask.
What is First Baptist Church Child Development Center's phone number?
(828) 874-0353.
Where is First Baptist Church Child Development Center?
500 Faet St NW, Valdese, NC 28690. The nearest other daycare we list is Valdese Elementary YMCA Childcare, 0.1 miles away.