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Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH

1484 Colington Road, Kill Devil Hills, NC 279484.4· 10 reviews
licensed capacity
45
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$204

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About Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH

Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH is a licensed child care center in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 45 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 31 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

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

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity45 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Dare County has a median price of $204 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.
Dare County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$230
Home daycare$192

Toddler

Center$204
Home daycare$162

Preschool

Center$177
Home daycare$163

School age

Center$102
Home daycare$117

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 Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Three Star Center License
Capacity
45 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#28000267
See the state's record

Summary

16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 5, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 10 of 16 visits · 31 rules in all · 31 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 8
  • Safety and hazards 6
  • Building, equipment and play areas 5
  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Background checks 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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  1. Aug 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 30, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
    • 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.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperwork

      Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 10, 2026

    • Safe sleep

      Beds, cots and mats were not in good repair, properly handled, stored, or clean and sanitized between users.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Food and nutrition

      An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 10, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2026

  3. Apr 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.

      Corrected during the visit

  4. Apr 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 27, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2025

  6. Apr 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Apr 23, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      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 Apr 29, 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.

      Corrected during the visit

  8. Apr 23, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      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 Apr 29, 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.

      Corrected during the visit

  9. Nov 20, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • 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).

      Corrected during the visit

    • 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 Nov 30, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2024

    • 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

    • Safety and hazards

      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

    • Health, medication and illness

      Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2024

  10. Sep 24, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazards

      A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      All openings to the outer air were not protected against the entrance of flying pest.

      Corrected during the visit

Show 6 earlier visits
  1. Sep 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jun 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jun 4, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      The center did not follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800.

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Jun 4, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      The center did not follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800.

      Corrected during the visit

  6. Dec 19, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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 Jan 6, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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

    • Health, medication and illness

      The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.

      The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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 Jan 11, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.

      The state verified the correction on Jan 6, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      The outdoor premises were not clean, drained and free of litter and hazardous materials grass and other vegetation in a manner which does not encourage vermin.

      The state verified the correction on Jan 6, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.

      The state verified the correction on Jan 6, 2024

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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FAQ

Questions about Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH

Is Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH licensed?

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

When was Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 5, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 10 of 16 visits in the last 3 years; 31 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 Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH care for?

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

Does Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 715-2592 to ask.

What is Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH's phone number?

(252) 715-2592.

Where is Healthy Environments Child Development Center KDH?

1484 Colington Road, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948. The nearest other daycare we list is Imagine That Family Child Care, 0.4 miles away.

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