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Ray Childers Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 85
- a week, county median
- $112
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About
About Ray Childers Pre-K
Ray Childers Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Hickory, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 85 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 6 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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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 85 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 324-1340 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 | 85 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ray Childers Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Burke County has a median price of $112 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$181
Home daycare$156
Toddler
Center$127
Home daycare$119
Preschool
Center$112
Home daycare$120
School age
Center$64
Home daycare$117
State record
Inspection reports for Ray Childers Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 85 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #12000273
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 21, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 8 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Records and paperwork 2
- 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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May 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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
Jan 8, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2026
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 Jan 20, 2026
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 20, 2026
The health assessment did not include a hearing screening.
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2026
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 Feb 10, 2026
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 Feb 10, 2026
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 Jan 20, 2026
- Sep 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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
Jan 15, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
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 Jan 27, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
Corrected during the visit
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2025
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2025
- Sep 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 16, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
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
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
Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating.
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2024
Jan 24, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Ray Childers Pre-K
Is Ray Childers Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Ray Childers Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 21, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ray Childers Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 6 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 Ray Childers Pre-K care for?
85, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Ray Childers Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ray Childers Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 324-1340 to confirm.
How much does Ray Childers Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 324-1340 to ask.
What is Ray Childers Pre-K's phone number?
(828) 324-1340.
Where is Ray Childers Pre-K?
1183 Cape Hickory Road, Hickory, NC 28601. The nearest other daycare we list is Ray Childers Elementary YMCA Childcare, under 0.1 miles away.