E Maries Home Childcare Development Center
Gastonia, NC 28054 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
5.0· 7 reviews
Kindercare Learning Centers
- licensed capacity
- 152
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $148
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About
About Kindercare Learning Centers
Kindercare Learning Centers is a licensed child care center in Gastonia, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 152 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 26 rules across 10 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
- 152 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 | 152 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kindercare Learning Centers has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Gaston County has a median price of $148 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$148
Home daycare$145
Toddler
Center$133
Home daycare$140
Preschool
Center$108
Home daycare$135
School age
Center$63
Home daycare$83
State record
Inspection reports for Kindercare Learning Centers
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 152 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #3655028
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 11, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 11 of 13 visits · 26 rules in all · 26 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Safety and hazards 5
- Records and paperwork 5
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Transportation 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- 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 11, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026
Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations.
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026
May 11, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 22, 2026
May 11, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 22, 2026
Mar 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2026
Oct 14, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 ANIMAL AND VERMIN CONTROL (b) Effective measures shall be taken to keep uncontained insects, rodents, and other vermin out of the child care centers and to prevent their breeding or presence on the premises. Traps shall only be placed in areas inaccessible to children.
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2025
Aug 27, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2025
Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2025
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 Sep 4, 2025
Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access.
Corrected during the visit
Jul 14, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2025
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2025
- Feb 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 21, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2025
Oct 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2024
Show 3 earlier visits
Sep 11, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2024
Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2024
Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2024
Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2024
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 Sep 25, 2024
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 Sep 25, 2024
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2024
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
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2024
- Jun 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 17, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jul 1, 2024
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 Jul 1, 2024
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 Jul 1, 2024
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 1, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Kindercare Learning Centers
Is Kindercare Learning Centers licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kindercare Learning Centers last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 11, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kindercare Learning Centers had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 11 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 26 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 Kindercare Learning Centers care for?
152, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kindercare Learning Centers accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kindercare Learning Centers' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kindercare Learning Centers cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 867-5347 to ask.
What is Kindercare Learning Centers' phone number?
(704) 867-5347.
Where is Kindercare Learning Centers?
1741 Dixon Road, Gastonia, NC 28054. The nearest other daycare we list is Sherwood Elementary Prek, under 0.1 miles away.