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Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL
- licensed capacity
- 79
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $183
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About
About Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL
Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL is a licensed child care center in Newton, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 79 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 6 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 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 79 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 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 | 79 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Catawba 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$172
Toddler
Center$142
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$109
Home daycare$133
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$210
State record
Inspection reports for Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 79 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #18000541
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 12 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Records and paperwork 4
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Safe sleep 2
- 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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- Sep 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 20, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2026
- Apr 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 20, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A copy of the incident report was not given to the parent.
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2025
Jun 17, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Application did not include health care needs or concerns, symptoms of and the type of response required for the health care needs or concerns.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025
Emergency information did not name child's health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025
Feb 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2025
Feb 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2025
Jul 2, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
Corrected during the visit
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
Infants under the age of 12 months were not placed on their backs for sleeping unless the center had obtained the appropriate written waiver.
Corrected during the visit
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
Corrected during the visit
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.
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
Show 2 earlier visits
- Jun 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 21, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Accurate records were not maintained for all children.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL
Is Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 7 of 12 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 Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL care for?
79, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 466-1546 to ask.
What is Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL's phone number?
(828) 466-1546.
Where is Little Stars Child Development Center Startown, LL?
2615 W NC 10 Highway, Newton, NC 28658. The nearest other daycare we list is Startown Preschool, 1.4 miles away.