First Baptist Church Child Care
120 North Lafayette Street, Shelby, NC
Shelby Childcare & Development
- licensed capacity
- 99
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $159
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About Shelby Childcare & Development
Shelby Childcare & Development is a licensed child care center in Shelby, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 99 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 99 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 99 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Shelby Childcare & Development has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Cleveland County has a median price of $159 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$159
Home daycare$128
Toddler
Center$136
Home daycare$137
Preschool
Center$131
Home daycare$109
School age
Center$71
Home daycare$62
State record
Inspection reports for Shelby Childcare & Development
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 99 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #23000513
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 15, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Safe sleep 5
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Other rules 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 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 10, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Infants under the age of 12 months were not placed on their backs for sleeping unless the center had obtained the appropriate written waiver.
The state verified the correction on Feb 16, 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
- Jul 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 16, 2025Inspection4 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 Jul 22, 2025
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 Jul 22, 2025
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2025
Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible.
Corrected during the visit
May 28, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
A copy of the safe sleep policy was not given to and/or explained to the parent of each child on or before the first day the infant attended the center.
Corrected during the visit
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2025
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2025
Beds, cots and mats were not in good repair, properly handled, stored, or clean and sanitized between users.
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2025
The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center.
Corrected during the visit
Apr 16, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
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 Apr 29, 2025
The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91.
Corrected during the visit
Prohibited styrofoam and foam rubber products were accessible to children under 3 years of age and/or approved foam products were used without proper supervision.
Corrected during the visit
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Shelby Childcare & Development
Is Shelby Childcare & Development licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Shelby Childcare & Development last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Shelby Childcare & Development had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Shelby Childcare & Development care for?
99, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Shelby Childcare & Development accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Shelby Childcare & Development's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Shelby Childcare & Development cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 471-1144 to ask.
What is Shelby Childcare & Development's phone number?
(704) 471-1144.
Where is Shelby Childcare & Development?
124 W. Sumter Street, Shelby, NC 28150. The nearest other daycare we list is First Baptist Church Child Care, 0.1 miles away.