Alpha and Omega Christian Day Care Center
410 East Washington Avenue, Kinston, NC
Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center
- licensed capacity
- 82
- a week, county median
- $158
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About Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center
Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center is a licensed child care center in Kinston, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 82 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 82 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (252) 523-7770 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 82 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Lenoir County has a median price of $158 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$170
Home daycare$148
Toddler
Center$158
Home daycare$130
Preschool
Center$131
Home daycare$120
School age
Center$71
Home daycare$66
State record
Inspection reports for Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 82 children
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #54000150
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 29, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 20 rules in all · 20 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Transportation 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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 29, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2026
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 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
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2026
A list of all children participating in the off premise activity was not available at the center.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2026
Feb 11, 2026Inspection14 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2026
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2026
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2026
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2026
Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2026
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2026
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 Feb 23, 2026
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 23, 2026
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 Feb 23, 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 23, 2026
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 23, 2026
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2026
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2026
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2026
May 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center
Is Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 29, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 20 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 Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center care for?
82, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (252) 523-7770 to confirm.
How much does Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 523-7770 to ask.
What is Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center's phone number?
(252) 523-7770.
Where is Greene Lamp Head Start Highland Center?
1001 East Highland Avenue, Kinston, NC 28501. The nearest other daycare we list is Northeast Elementary Preschool, under 0.1 miles away.