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Clinton, NC 28328 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Hicks Child Care
- licensed capacity
- 8
- a week, county median
- $147
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About
About Hicks Child Care
Hicks Child Care is a licensed home daycare in Clinton, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 8 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 6 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
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 8 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (910) 385-5616 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 8 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Hicks Child Care has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a home daycare in Sampson County has a median price of $147 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$137
Home daycare$143
Toddler
Center$125
Home daycare$147
Preschool
Center$109
Home daycare$118
School age
Center$59
Home daycare$86
State record
Inspection reports for Hicks Child Care
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Family CC Home License
- Capacity
- 8 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #82000165
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 25, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 9 visits · 19 rules in all · 19 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Safety and hazards 5
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- 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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Aug 25, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
A First Aid Information sheet, complete with required information, was not posted for quick referral by staff.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2026
Application did not have an a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2026
Operator did not record required information when administering prescription or over-the-counter medication.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2026
Authorization for up to 6 months to administer prescription or over-the-counter medication, when needed, for chronic medical conditions and for allergic reactions was not in writing and did not contain information required by rule 10 NCAC 09 .1720(c)(6)(A-I).
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2026
Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children.
Corrected during the visit
Documentation of the operator’s emergency medical care plan to follow in the event of a child medical emergency, was not on file and available for review.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2026
Apr 23, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children.
Corrected during the visit
Health questionnaire was not completed annually.
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.
Corrected during the visit
Mar 19, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
The operator did not conduct a quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drill and or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
The operator did not conduct a monthly fire drill.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
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 from the date of issuance).
Corrected during the visit
Documentation of the operator’s emergency medical care plan to follow in the event of a child medical emergency, was not on file and available for review.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.
Corrected during the visit
Operator did not successfully complete a CPR course as referenced in Rule.1702(b)(2) CPR training was not renewed on or before the expiration of the certification.
Corrected during the visit
Operator did not successfully complete a first aid course as referenced in Rule.1702(b)(2) First aid training was not renewed on or before the expiration of the certification.
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 26, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 13, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Telephone numbers for the fire department, law enforcement office, emergency medical service, and poison control were not posted in a location visible in the home.
Corrected during the visit
A First Aid Information sheet, complete with required information, was not posted for quick referral by staff.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Hicks Child Care
Is Hicks Child Care licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Hicks Child Care last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 25, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Hicks Child Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 6 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 19 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 Hicks Child Care care for?
8, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Hicks Child Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Hicks Child Care's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (910) 385-5616 to confirm.
How much does Hicks Child Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 385-5616 to ask.
What is Hicks Child Care's phone number?
(910) 385-5616.
Where is Hicks Child Care?
Clinton, NC 28328. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.