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Boiling Spring Lakes, NC 28461 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Kids World Academy I
- licensed capacity
- 29
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $184
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About
About Kids World Academy I
Kids World Academy I is a licensed child care center in Southport, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 29 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 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 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
- 29 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 | 29 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kids World Academy I has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Brunswick 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$184
Home daycare$135
Toddler
Center$158
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$146
Home daycare$152
School age
Center$77
Home daycare$93
State record
Inspection reports for Kids World Academy I
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 29 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #10000163
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 16, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Records and paperwork 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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- Jun 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of.
The state verified the correction on Jul 7, 2025
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jul 7, 2025
- Feb 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 16, 2024Inspection5 rules 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.
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
Corrected during the visit
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2024
Feb 26, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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
Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches.
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Kids World Academy I
Is Kids World Academy I licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kids World Academy I last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kids World Academy I had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 World Academy I care for?
29, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kids World Academy I accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kids World Academy I's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kids World Academy I cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 363-4612 to ask.
What is Kids World Academy I's phone number?
(910) 363-4612.
Where is Kids World Academy I?
713 Caswell Avenue, Southport, NC 28461. The nearest other daycare we list is Southport Baptist Weekday Preschool, 0.5 miles away.