Community Christian Academy
616 Athenia Place, Bessemer City, NC
Sadler Elementary Prek
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $108
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About Sadler Elementary Prek
Sadler Elementary Prek is a licensed child care center in Gastonia, 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 17 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) 862-5895 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Sadler Elementary Prek has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Gaston County has a median price of $108 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$148
Home daycare$145
Toddler
Center$133
Home daycare$140
Preschool
Center$108
Home daycare$135
School age
Center$63
Home daycare$83
State record
Inspection reports for Sadler Elementary Prek
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #36000599
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 11, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Safety and hazards 7
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Records and paperwork 3
- 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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Feb 11, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
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 Mar 4, 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 Mar 4, 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
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 Feb 20, 2026
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 Feb 20, 2026
Aug 26, 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
Mar 10, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2025
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 Mar 21, 2025
Children's records were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2025
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 Mar 21, 2025
Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access.
Corrected during the visit
Dec 18, 2024Inspection2 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
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 Dec 19, 2024
Apr 9, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
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 Apr 18, 2024
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 Apr 18, 2024
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 Apr 18, 2024
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
Oct 9, 2023Inspection1 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
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FAQ
Questions about Sadler Elementary Prek
Is Sadler Elementary Prek licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Sadler Elementary Prek last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on February 11, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Sadler Elementary Prek had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 5 of 5 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 Sadler Elementary Prek care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Sadler Elementary Prek accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Sadler Elementary Prek's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (704) 862-5895 to confirm.
How much does Sadler Elementary Prek cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 862-5895 to ask.
What is Sadler Elementary Prek's phone number?
(704) 862-5895.
Where is Sadler Elementary Prek?
3950 W Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28052. The nearest other daycare we list is Community Christian Academy, 1.7 miles away.