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Richlands, NC 28574 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Seaside Academy Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 60
- a week, county median
- $203
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About
About Seaside Academy Childcare
Seaside Academy Childcare is a licensed child care center in Richlands, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 60 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (910) 333-0373 to confirm.
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 | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Seaside Academy Childcare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Onslow County has a median price of $203 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$203
Home daycare$161
Toddler
Center$152
Home daycare$146
Preschool
Center$129
Home daycare$146
School age
Center$130
Home daycare$202
State record
Inspection reports for Seaside Academy Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- One Star Center License
- Capacity
- 60 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #67001226
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 30, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 11 visits · 23 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Safety and hazards 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Background checks 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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Sep 30, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
A child was restrained as a form of discipline.
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.
- Sep 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 26, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
The child care center was not free of asbestos hazards as defined in G.S. 130A-444(2) and 10A NCAC 09 .0102(4).
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
The child care center was not free of lead poisoning hazards as defined in G.S. 1130A-131.7(7).
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
The Center did not have a person on staff who completed the EPR in Child Care training within the required timeframe and/or documentation of completion of the training was not on file or in a file designated for emergency preparedness and response plan documents.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
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 Jun 8, 2026
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
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 Jun 8, 2026
- Mar 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 9, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. M.
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). M.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 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 Oct 22, 2025
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
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 Oct 22, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
For children under 2 years of age, a minimum of 30 minutes of outdoor time throughout the day either as part of a small group, whole group, or individual activity was not provided.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
For children under 2 years of age, a minimum of 30 minutes of outdoor time throughout the day either as part of a small group, whole group, or individual activity was not provided.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
- Mar 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 6, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
- Dec 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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- Oct 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Seaside Academy Childcare
Is Seaside Academy Childcare licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Seaside Academy Childcare last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 30, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Seaside Academy Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 4 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 Seaside Academy Childcare care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Seaside Academy Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Seaside Academy Childcare's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (910) 333-0373 to confirm.
How much does Seaside Academy Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 333-0373 to ask.
What is Seaside Academy Childcare's phone number?
(910) 333-0373.
Where is Seaside Academy Childcare?
9050 Richlands Highway, Richlands, NC 28574. The nearest other daycare we list is Jesus Culture Academy, 0.1 miles away.