First Baptist Children's Ministry
201 Robin Road, Lincolnton, NC
S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $140
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About
About S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K
S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Lincolnton, 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 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 5 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 (704) 735-2741 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Lincoln County has a median price of $140 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$197
Home daycare$192
Toddler
Center$171
Home daycare$140
Preschool
Center$140
Home daycare$149
School age
Center$80
Home daycare$105
State record
Inspection reports for S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #55000096
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 7, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Health, medication and illness 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 7, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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 May 20, 2026
Dec 4, 2025Inspection2 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
May 13, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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 May 23, 2025
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2025
Jan 23, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2025
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 Feb 3, 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 Feb 3, 2025
Apr 9, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file.
Corrected during the visit
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
Corrected during the visit
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 Apr 19, 2024
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Apr 19, 2024
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 18, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 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
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FAQ
Questions about S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K
Is S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 7, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (704) 735-2741 to confirm.
How much does S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 735-2741 to ask.
What is S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K's phone number?
(704) 735-2741.
Where is S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K?
350 Kennedy Drive, Lincolnton, NC 28092. The nearest other daycare we list is First Baptist Children's Ministry, 0.3 miles away.