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J'S Play and Learn

515 Microwave Tower Rd, Roseboro, NC 283825.0· 1 review
licensed capacity
22
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$137

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About

About J'S Play and Learn

J'S Play and Learn is a licensed child care center in Roseboro, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 22 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 26 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
22 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity22 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

J'S Play and Learn has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Sampson County has a median price of $137 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.
Sampson County medians, full time, per week

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

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 J'S Play and Learn

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Three Star Center License
Capacity
22 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#82000305
See the state's record

Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 18, 2026: 5 rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 8 visits · 26 rules in all · 26 corrected

  • Discipline and child guidance 4
  • Supervision and ratios 4
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Safe sleep 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. Feb 18, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.

      The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2026

    • 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

    • Safe sleep

      Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Discipline and child guidance

      A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      Corrected during the visit

  2. Dec 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      Corrected during the visit

  3. Dec 2, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      When combining age groups, the staff/child ratios for the youngest child in the group was not maintained for the entire group.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2025

  4. Nov 18, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • 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.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2025

    • 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.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 1, 2025

    • 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 Dec 2, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Mar 12, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.

      The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.

      The state verified the correction on Mar 14, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperwork

      Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Food and nutrition

      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 Mar 14, 2025

  6. Mar 6, 2025Inspection7 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 Mar 12, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      Balloons were accessible to children.

      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

    • Discipline and child guidance

      Screen time was offered to children under three years of age.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Food and nutrition

      Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratios

      Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratios

      Children were not adequately supervised at all times.

      The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2025

  7. Oct 2, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • 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 Oct 4, 2024

    • 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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.

      Corrected during the visit

  8. Apr 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited

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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Questions about J'S Play and Learn

Is J'S Play and Learn licensed?

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

When was J'S Play and Learn last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on February 18, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has J'S Play and Learn had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 7 of 8 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 J'S Play and Learn care for?

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

Does J'S Play and Learn accept child care subsidies?

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

What are J'S Play and Learn's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does J'S Play and Learn cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 531-3013 to ask.

What is J'S Play and Learn's phone number?

(910) 531-3013.

Where is J'S Play and Learn?

515 Microwave Tower Rd, Roseboro, NC 28382. The nearest other daycare we list is For the Love of Kids, under 0.1 miles away.

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