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Newbridge Childrens Academy

201 S Central Avenue, Belmont, NC 280123.4· 5 reviews
licensed capacity
97
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$148

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About Newbridge Childrens Academy

Newbridge Childrens Academy is a licensed child care center in Belmont, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 97 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 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 22 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-age

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
97 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity97 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Newbridge Childrens Academy 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.
Gaston County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Newbridge Childrens Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
One Star Center License
Capacity
97 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#36000453
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 8, 2026: 6 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Staff training and qualifications 6
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Background checks 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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  1. Apr 8, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      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

    • Safety and hazards

      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

    • Safety and hazards

      Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

    • Food and nutrition

      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.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 20, 2026

  2. Nov 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.

      Corrected during the visit

  3. May 5, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics.

      The state verified the correction on May 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperwork

      Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.

      The state verified the correction on May 22, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter.

      The state verified the correction on May 23, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      The state verified the correction on May 15, 2025

  4. Dec 4, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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 Dec 18, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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 Dec 18, 2024

    • Background checks

      Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).

      The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2024

  5. May 21, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illness

      Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2024

  6. Dec 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Newbridge Childrens Academy

Is Newbridge Childrens Academy licensed?

Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Newbridge Childrens Academy last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 8, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Newbridge Childrens Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 5 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Newbridge Childrens Academy care for?

97, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Newbridge Childrens Academy accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Newbridge Childrens Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Newbridge Childrens Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 829-7400 to ask.

What is Newbridge Childrens Academy's phone number?

(704) 829-7400.

Where is Newbridge Childrens Academy?

201 S Central Avenue, Belmont, NC 28012. The nearest other daycare we list is First Presbyterian Day School, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).