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205 North Fourth Street, Smithfield, NC
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Higher Calling Child Care
- licensed capacity
- 45
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $188
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About Higher Calling Child Care
Higher Calling Child Care is a licensed child care center in Smithfield, 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, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 30 rules across 5 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
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 45 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 45 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Higher Calling Child Care has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Johnston County has a median price of $188 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$216
Home daycare$153
Toddler
Center$188
Home daycare$150
Preschool
Center$149
Home daycare$136
School age
Center$86
Home daycare$97
State record
Inspection reports for Higher Calling Child Care
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 45 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #51000839
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 11, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 30 rules in all · 30 corrected
- Safety and hazards 9
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Records and paperwork 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Aug 11, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 26, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
Application did not have 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, 2025
The EPR Plan did not include the date of the last revision of the plan.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
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 Sep 8, 2025
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
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 Sep 8, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
- Apr 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 16, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2025
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2025
Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs.
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2025
Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2025
Sep 5, 2024Inspection11 rules cited
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.
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2024
All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file.
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2024
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2024
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2024
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.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2024
Air conditioning units were accessible or did not have a guard to keep objects from being thrown into the unit.
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2024
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2024
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2024
- May 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 19, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
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 19, 2024
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, 2024
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 current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Higher Calling Child Care
Is Higher Calling Child Care licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Higher Calling Child Care last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 11, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Higher Calling Child Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 30 rules across 5 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 30 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 Higher Calling Child Care care for?
45, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Higher Calling Child Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Higher Calling Child Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Higher Calling Child Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 205-1236 to ask.
What is Higher Calling Child Care's phone number?
(919) 205-1236.
Where is Higher Calling Child Care?
115 B North 7th Street, Smithfield, NC 27577. The nearest other daycare we list is Kidz Konnection, 0.2 miles away.