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Lumberton, NC 28358 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Kids Academy
- licensed capacity
- 104
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $148
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About
About Kids Academy
Kids Academy is a licensed child care center in Lumberton, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 104 children, serving infants, 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 22 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 5 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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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 104 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| 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 | 104 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kids Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Robeson County has a median price of $148 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$148
Home daycare$171
Toddler
Center$130
Home daycare$109
Preschool
Center$111
Home daycare$104
School age
Center$60
Home daycare$59
State record
Inspection reports for Kids Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 104 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #78000281
Summary
22 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 22, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 22 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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Jun 22, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2026
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 Jul 6, 2026
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2026
- Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 6, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2026
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 for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2026
- Dec 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 2, 2025Inspection2 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 Sep 4, 2025
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 Sep 4, 2025
- Jul 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 13 earlier visits
- May 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 11, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment. Pursuant to its investigation, the Division has confirmed sufficient information to determine child maltreatment.
The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2025
A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking.
The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2025
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 Dec 18, 2025
- Jun 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
Corrected during the visit
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
- Mar 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 30, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 25, 2023Inspection2 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 Oct 31, 2023
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 Oct 31, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Kids Academy
Is Kids Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kids Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 22, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 22 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kids Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 5 of 22 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Kids Academy care for?
104, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kids Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kids Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kids Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 739-1501 to ask.
What is Kids Academy's phone number?
(910) 739-1501.
Where is Kids Academy?
3713 Cliffridge Drive, Lumberton, NC 28358. The nearest other daycare we list is Precious Angels Daycare Ii, 0.1 miles away.