The Sunshine House, Inc. #144
6889 Cliffdale Rd, Fayetteville, NC
4.0· 32 reviews
KIDS Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 21
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $183
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About KIDS Early Learning Center
KIDS Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Fayetteville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 21 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 36 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 21 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 21 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
KIDS Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Cumberland County has a median price of $183 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$183
Home daycare$162
Toddler
Center$159
Home daycare$150
Preschool
Center$132
Home daycare$136
School age
Center$76
Home daycare$93
State record
Inspection reports for KIDS Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 21 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #26002573
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 12, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 10 visits · 36 rules in all · 36 corrected
- Records and paperwork 10
- Staff training and qualifications 9
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Food and nutrition 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Background checks 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Other rules 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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May 12, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 29, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
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.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025
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 Nov 12, 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 Nov 12, 2025
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
Corrected during the visit
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
Corrected during the visit
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025
All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025
May 14, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
A copy of the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not given to or explained to parents of newly enrolled children up to five years of age on or before the first day the child receives care at the center.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
Emergency information did not name childs health care professional.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
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
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
Corrected during the visit
- Dec 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 13, 2024Inspection11 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2025
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 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 Dec 27, 2024
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Dec 27, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Dec 27, 2024
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2025
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2025
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2025
The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91.
The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2025
Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified.
Corrected during the visit
Screen time was offered to children under three years of age.
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 12, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2024
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. Staff member K.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2024
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
Corrected during the visit
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2024
- Dec 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 6, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
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
Number and size of servings were not appropriate for ages and developmental levels of children in care.
Corrected during the visit
Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.
Corrected during the visit
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Oct 5, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
Substitute providers and volunteers did not have a health questionnaire on or before the first day of work and annually thereafter.
The state verified the correction on Oct 5, 2023
On or before the first day of work, the operator did not verify the age of the volunteer and/or substitute provider and/or documentation of date of birth was not maintained in the individual's personnel file.
The state verified the correction on Oct 5, 2023
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Oct 5, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about KIDS Early Learning Center
Is KIDS Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was KIDS Early Learning Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 12, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has KIDS Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 36 rules across 6 of 10 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 KIDS Early Learning Center care for?
21, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does KIDS Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are KIDS Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does KIDS Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 339-3579 to ask.
What is KIDS Early Learning Center's phone number?
(910) 339-3579.
Where is KIDS Early Learning Center?
6869 Cliffdale Road, Fayetteville, NC 28314. The nearest other daycare we list is The Sunshine House, Inc. #144, under 0.1 miles away.