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Canton, NC 28716 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Kid City USA - Canton NC
- licensed capacity
- 95
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $203
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About
About Kid City USA - Canton NC
Kid City USA - Canton NC is a licensed child care center in Canton, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 95 children, serving infants, 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 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 36 rules across 9 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
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 95 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 95 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kid City USA - Canton NC has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Haywood County has a median price of $203 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$203
Home daycare$179
Toddler
Center$135
Home daycare$128
Preschool
Center$109
Home daycare$103
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$190
State record
Inspection reports for Kid City USA - Canton NC
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 95 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #44000195
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 15 visits · 36 rules in all · 36 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 10
- Safety and hazards 6
- Records and paperwork 5
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Safe sleep 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Health, medication and illness 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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- Jul 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 19, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Mar 4, 2026
Feb 13, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2026
The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center.
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2026
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence)
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2026
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2026
- Nov 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 4, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
For each child, there was not at least 30 sq. ft. inside space per the total licensed capacity and 100 sq. ft. outside space for each child using the outdoor learning environment at any one time.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 10, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
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
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
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 20, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
Show 5 earlier visits
Aug 27, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 6, 2024
Jul 11, 2024Inspection4 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 Jul 18, 2024
Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.
The state verified the correction on Jul 18, 2024
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
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
Jun 10, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
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 Jun 24, 2024
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 Jun 24, 2024
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
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
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Apr 23, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024
Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024
A copy of the safe sleep policy was not given to and/or explained to the parent of each child on or before the first day the infant attended the center.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024
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
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 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
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
Corrected during the visit
Sand and water play activities were not available weekly to each group.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024
A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Kid City USA - Canton NC
Is Kid City USA - Canton NC licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kid City USA - Canton NC last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kid City USA - Canton NC had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 36 rules across 9 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 36 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 Kid City USA - Canton NC care for?
95, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kid City USA - Canton NC accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kid City USA - Canton NC's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kid City USA - Canton NC cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 648-2775 to ask.
What is Kid City USA - Canton NC's phone number?
(828) 648-2775.
Where is Kid City USA - Canton NC?
43 Crestview St, Canton, NC 28716. The nearest other daycare we list is Smokey Mountain Child Care, 0.6 miles away.