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3092 Union Road, Gastonia, NC
4.4· 30 reviews
First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries
- licensed capacity
- 147
- a week, county median
- $148
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About
About First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries
First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries is a licensed child care center in Gastonia, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 147 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 147 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (704) 865-9419 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 147 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Gaston County has a median price of $148 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$148
Home daycare$145
Toddler
Center$133
Home daycare$140
Preschool
Center$108
Home daycare$135
School age
Center$63
Home daycare$83
State record
Inspection reports for First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 147 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #36000161
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 1, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Sep 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 2, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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 Jun 8, 2026
Nov 17, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
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 Nov 18, 2025
Dec 10, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2024
Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access.
Corrected during the visit
Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible.
Corrected during the visit
- Jul 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 3, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2024
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2024
Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child.
The state verified the correction on Jan 9, 2024
Application was not signed by the parent.
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 11, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
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 stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Oct 19, 2023
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Oct 19, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries
Is First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 1, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Childcare Ministries care for?
147, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries' hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (704) 865-9419 to confirm.
How much does First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 865-9419 to ask.
What is First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries' phone number?
(704) 865-9419.
Where is First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries?
2650 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054. The nearest other daycare we list is Wee Care Day School, 0.3 miles away.