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Golden Child Development Center

1801 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 276154.3· 18 reviews
licensed capacity
118
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$307

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About Golden Child Development Center

Golden Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 118 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, Open 24 hours.

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 41 rules across 10 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

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
118 children

Hours

Hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity118 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Golden Child Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Wake County has a median price of $307 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.
Wake County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$307
Home daycare$217

Toddler

Center$251
Home daycare$201

Preschool

Center$189
Home daycare$202

School age

Center$99
Home daycare$112

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Golden Child Development Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Prov License
Capacity
118 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#92003883
See the state's record

Summary

20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 18, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 10 of 20 visits · 41 rules in all · 41 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 9
  • Health, medication and illness 8
  • Building, equipment and play areas 7
  • Transportation 4
  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Discipline and child guidance 3
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Background checks 1
  • Safety and hazards 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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  1. Sep 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jul 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jun 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Apr 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Apr 16, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      Children were not adequately supervised at all times.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026

    • Transportation

      Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Children used space that was not approved.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026

  8. Apr 16, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      Children were not adequately supervised at all times.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026

    • Transportation

      Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Children used space that was not approved.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026

  9. Apr 1, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      All records required were not available for review by a representative of the Division.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      All children's records, except ones regarding administration of medications as referenced in rule.0803 (13), were not retained on file for as long as the child was enrolled, and/or for at least one year from the date the child was no longer enrolled in the facility.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026

    • Transportation

      Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Children used space that was not approved.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026

  10. Feb 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Show 10 earlier visits
  1. Feb 5, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      Children were not adequately supervised at all times.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2026

  2. Jan 21, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Transportation

      Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2026

    • Transportation

      Written procedures were not established for pick-up and delivery of children.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Children used space that was not approved.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2026

  3. Dec 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Nov 17, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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 Dec 1, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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 Dec 1, 2025

    • Background checks

      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 1, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      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 Dec 1, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      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 Dec 1, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illness

      Each child's diapers were not changed at areas designated exclusively for diapering, on a surface that was smooth, nonabsorbent, easily cleanable and of tight construction.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2025

  5. Oct 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. May 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Gates to the fenced outdoor play area did not remain closed while children occupied the area.

      The state verified the correction on May 22, 2025

  7. Nov 22, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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 Dec 6, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      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.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024

    • Safe sleep

      Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      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 Dec 6, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024

  8. Jun 26, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024

  9. May 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Dec 7, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023

    • Safe sleep

      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 Dec 20, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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 Dec 20, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidance

      A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023

Copied from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Golden Child Development Center

Is Golden Child Development Center licensed?

Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Golden Child Development Center last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Golden Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 41 rules across 10 of 20 visits in the last 3 years; 41 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 Golden Child Development Center care for?

118, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Golden Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Golden Child Development Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, Open 24 hours. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Golden Child Development Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 621-9186 to ask.

What is Golden Child Development Center's phone number?

(919) 621-9186.

Where is Golden Child Development Center?

1801 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615. The nearest other daycare we list is Kindercare Learning Center, 0.5 miles away.

Sources: The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).