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304 S Road Street, Elizabeth City, NC
Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina
- licensed capacity
- 143
- a week, county median
- $159
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About Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina
Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina is a licensed child care center in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 143 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 3 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
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 143 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (252) 338-8180 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 143 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Pasquotank County has a median price of $159 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$159
Home daycare$157
Toddler
Center$137
Home daycare$122
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$124
School age
Center$66
Home daycare$71
State record
Inspection reports for Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 143 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #70000353
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 14, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Food and nutrition 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Apr 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Feb 24, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
A statement acknowledging the parental decision to opt out of the supplemental food provided by the center was not signed by the parent and/or maintained on file at the center.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2026
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
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.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2026
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
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 Mar 5, 2026
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2026
A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2026
Jan 8, 2026Inspection5 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.
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
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
Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs.
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2026
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FAQ
Questions about Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina
Is Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 14, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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-N-Play Center of North Carolina care for?
143, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (252) 338-8180 to confirm.
How much does Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 338-8180 to ask.
What is Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina's phone number?
(252) 338-8180.
Where is Kids-N-Play Center of North Carolina?
311 Cedar Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27909. The nearest other daycare we list is ProdiGene, 0.2 miles away.