Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare
- licensed capacity
- 65
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $208
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About
About Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare
Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare is a licensed child care center in Bellarthur, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 65 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 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 65 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| 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 | 65 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Pitt County has a median price of $208 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Infant
Toddler
Preschool
School age
State record
Inspection reports for Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 65 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #74000294
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Transportation 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Supervision and ratios 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.
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- Jun 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 18, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2026
Jan 9, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 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 Jan 23, 2026
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 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
- Jun 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 14, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
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 Jan 28, 2025
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 Jan 28, 2025
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025
Jun 20, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
Corrected during the visit
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
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2024
- Jun 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 24, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024
Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024
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Questions about Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare
Is Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 5 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare care for?
65, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 830-4088 to ask.
What is Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare's phone number?
(252) 830-4088.
Where is Possessing the Keys to the Kingdom Daycare?
2659 Railroad Street, Bellarthur, NC 27811.