Kathy's Day Care Home
Clayton, NC 27520 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Kid's Country of Clayton
- licensed capacity
- 88
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $216
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About
About Kid's Country of Clayton
Kid's Country of Clayton is a licensed child care center in Clayton, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 88 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 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 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
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 88 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 | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 88 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kid's Country of Clayton has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Johnston County has a median price of $216 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 Kid's Country of Clayton
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 88 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #51000847
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 7 of 12 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Food and nutrition 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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Aug 12, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 28, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
Corrected during the visit
Aug 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.
Corrected during the visit
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 18, 2024Inspection3 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.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents.
Corrected during the visit
Aug 14, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Center staff did not follow the EMC plan.
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
The EMC plan did not name the person responsible, and at least one alternate, for choosing and carrying out the plan of action to obtain appropriate medical care.
Corrected during the visit
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
Corrected during the visit
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Jul 31, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
Center staff did not follow the EMC plan.
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
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 Aug 14, 2024
The EMC plan did not name the person responsible, and at least one alternate, for choosing and carrying out the plan of action to obtain appropriate medical care.
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
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
Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom.
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.
The state verified the correction on Aug 14, 2024
An incident report was not completed and mailed to a Division representative within seven days after the incident when medical treatment was required.
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 2 earlier visits
- Mar 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 21, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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 Jun 12, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Kid's Country of Clayton
Is Kid's Country of Clayton licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kid's Country of Clayton last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kid's Country of Clayton had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 7 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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's Country of Clayton care for?
88, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kid's Country of Clayton accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kid's Country of Clayton's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kid's Country of Clayton cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 553-1057 to ask.
What is Kid's Country of Clayton's phone number?
(919) 553-1057.
Where is Kid's Country of Clayton?
1024 Patchwork Way, Clayton, NC 27520. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Learners Childcare & Development Center, under 0.1 miles away.