Wrightsboro Elementary
2716 Castle Hayne Road, Wilmington, NC
Kids Castle II
- licensed capacity
- 8
- a week, county median
- $184
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About
About Kids Castle II
Kids Castle II is a licensed home daycare in Wilmington, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 8 children, serving infants, 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 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 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
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 8 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (910) 228-6174 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, 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
Kids Castle II has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in New Hanover County has a median price of $184 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$223
Home daycare$184
Toddler
Center$173
Home daycare$157
Preschool
Center$134
Home daycare$157
School age
Center$135
Home daycare$194
State record
Inspection reports for Kids Castle II
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Family CC Home License
- Capacity
- 8 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #65000874
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 22, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
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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- Sep 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 9, 2026Inspection1 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
Dec 1, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Activity plans did not include activities intended to stimulate the developmental domains, in accordance with NC Foundations for Early Learning and Development.
The state verified the correction on Dec 11, 2025
- Nov 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 25, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Operator did not provide a copy of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy to parents at time of enrollment, and / or within fourteen days of a changes to the policy.
The state verified the correction on Jul 7, 2025
Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home.
The state verified the correction on Jul 7, 2025
Dec 9, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
The written schedule and/or activity plan did not show blocks of time that was developmentally appropriate to the ages of children in care.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
Jul 2, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
Operator and/or staff members did not complete a professional development plan within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2024
Operator and/or staff who work with children, did not complete health and safety training as part of on-going training so that every five years, all the topic areas were covered.
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2024
The written schedule and/or activity plan did not show blocks of time that was developmentally appropriate to the ages of children in care.
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2024
The operator did not conduct a monthly fire drill.
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2024
Records were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2024
Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file.
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2024
Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment.
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2024
Monthly check for hazards on the outdoor play area was not completed using a form supplied by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2024
Potentially hazardous items, including but not limited to, power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, and gasoline or kerosene, whether or not intended for use by children were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or otherwise inaccessible to children.
The state verified the correction on Jul 12, 2024
- Nov 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Kids Castle II
Is Kids Castle II licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kids Castle II last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kids Castle II had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 5 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Castle II care for?
8, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kids Castle II accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kids Castle II's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (910) 228-6174 to confirm.
How much does Kids Castle II cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 228-6174 to ask.
What is Kids Castle II's phone number?
(910) 228-6174.
Where is Kids Castle II?
Wilmington, NC 28401. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.