Community Ridge Day Care Center
243 7th Avenue SW, Hickory, NC
Longview Elementary Prek
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $109
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About Longview Elementary Prek
Longview Elementary Prek is a licensed child care center in Hickory, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 36 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 485-0975 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Longview Elementary Prek has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Catawba County has a median price of $109 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 Longview Elementary Prek
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #18000616
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 12, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 9 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safety and hazards 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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- Mar 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 4, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2025
- Nov 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 7, 2023Inspection8 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 Dec 20, 2023
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023
The health assessment did not include a hearing screening.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023
The health assessment did not include a vision screening.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023
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 Dec 20, 2023
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
Corrected during the visit
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 Dec 20, 2023
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
Oct 16, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Breast 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
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Longview Elementary Prek
Is Longview Elementary Prek licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Longview Elementary Prek last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on March 12, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Longview Elementary Prek had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 2 of 9 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 Longview Elementary Prek care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Longview Elementary Prek accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Longview Elementary Prek's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 485-0975 to confirm.
How much does Longview Elementary Prek cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 485-0975 to ask.
What is Longview Elementary Prek's phone number?
(828) 485-0975.
Where is Longview Elementary Prek?
737 12th Street SW, Hickory, NC 28602. The nearest other daycare we list is Longview Elementary YMCA Childcare, under 0.1 miles away.