Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center
1220 North Shipp Avenue, Newton, NC
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Newton Head Start
- licensed capacity
- 90
- a week, county median
- $109
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About Newton Head Start
Newton Head Start is a licensed child care center in Newton, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 90 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio, teacher qualifications and hours.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 90 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 464-1108 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 90 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Newton Head Start 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 Newton Head Start
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 90 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #18000478
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 16, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safety and hazards 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.
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Apr 16, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
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
- Nov 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
- Dec 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
The person identified as the person or alternate person responsible for carrying out the emergency medical care plan was not on the premises at all times and/or did not accompany children for off premise activities.
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Newton Head Start
Is Newton Head Start licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Newton Head Start last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 16, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Newton Head Start had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Newton Head Start care for?
90, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Newton Head Start accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Newton Head Start's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 464-1108 to confirm.
How much does Newton Head Start cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 464-1108 to ask.
What is Newton Head Start's phone number?
(828) 464-1108.
Where is Newton Head Start?
249 East N Street, Newton, NC 28658. The nearest other daycare we list is South Newton Elementary Kid Connection, 0.6 miles away.