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Bayboro, NC 28515 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Smilin' Faces Child Care
- licensed capacity
- 99
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $183
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About
About Smilin' Faces Child Care
Smilin' Faces Child Care is a licensed child care center in Bayboro, 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, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 9 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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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 99 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
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 | 99 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Smilin' Faces Child Care has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Pamlico County has a median price of $183 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$183
Home daycare$135
Toddler
Center$141
Home daycare$114
Preschool
Center$86
Home daycare$114
School age
Center$47
Home daycare$62
State record
Inspection reports for Smilin' Faces Child Care
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 99 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #69000077
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 3, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 14 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Food and nutrition 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Background checks 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Records and paperwork 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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Sep 3, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
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 Sep 14, 2026
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Sep 14, 2026
Jul 24, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2026
Mar 4, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
The written feeding plan did not include the type of milk, formula or food and/or the frequency of the feedings.
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2026
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2026
Gates to the fenced outdoor play area did not remain closed while children occupied the area.
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2026
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2026
Sep 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 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).
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
- May 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 27, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
- Aug 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 6, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. A child was observed sleeping in a crib and upon review of the safe sleep chart, there was not any documentation to reflect the times the child had been sleeping.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Staff did not wash their hands thoroughly before beginning work, before/after handling food, before bottle feeding or serving to other children, after toileting or handling body fluids, after diaper changing and after handling soiled items.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Drinking water was not freely available to children of all ages.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Show 5 earlier visits
- Apr 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2024
Apr 11, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
The person identified as the person or alternate person responsible for carrying out the emergency medical care plan was not on the premises at all times and/or did not accompany children for off premise activities.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2024
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 25, 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 25, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. A child was observed sleeping in a crib and upon review of the safe sleep chart, there was not any documentation to reflect the times the child had been sleeping.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
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
The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2024
Nov 27, 2023Inspection1 rule 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 Dec 11, 2023
- Oct 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Smilin' Faces Child Care
Is Smilin' Faces Child Care licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Smilin' Faces Child Care last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 3, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Smilin' Faces Child Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 9 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 24 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 Smilin' Faces Child Care care for?
99, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Smilin' Faces Child Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Smilin' Faces Child Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Smilin' Faces Child Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 745-5092 to ask.
What is Smilin' Faces Child Care's phone number?
(252) 745-5092.
Where is Smilin' Faces Child Care?
14178 Hwy 55 East, Bayboro, NC 28515. The nearest other daycare we list is Pamlico County Primary Preschool, 0.4 miles away.