Oakwood Elementary YMCA Childcare
366 4th St NW, Hickory, NC
Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 103
- a week, county median
- $183
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About
About Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center
Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Hickory, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 103 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 26 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsAccepts 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
- 103 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 838-1565 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 | 103 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Catawba County has a median price of $183 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$183
Home daycare$172
Toddler
Center$142
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$109
Home daycare$133
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$210
State record
Inspection reports for Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 103 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #18000146
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 22, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 26 rules in all · 26 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Background checks 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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- Jun 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 22, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2026
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
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
Corrected during the visit
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
Corrected during the visit
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2026
- May 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
For children under two years of age, individualized caregiving routines such as eating, napping and toileting was not interspersed among the daily events.
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on May 19, 2025
Feb 6, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2025
Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement.
Corrected during the visit
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 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
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.
Corrected during the visit
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2025
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 20, 2025
- Jan 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 21, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
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 Sep 6, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2024
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 Sep 5, 2024
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
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 Sep 4, 2024
Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2024
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division.
Corrected during the visit
Feb 21, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center
Is Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 5 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 26 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 Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center care for?
103, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 838-1565 to confirm.
How much does Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 838-1565 to ask.
What is Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center's phone number?
(828) 838-1565.
Where is Hickory Foundation YMCA Child Development Center?
701 1st St NW, Hickory, NC 28601. The nearest other daycare we list is Oakwood Elementary Pre-K, 0.4 miles away.