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South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab
- licensed capacity
- 18
- a week, county median
- $115
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About
About South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab
South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab is a licensed child care center in Hudson, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 18 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 18 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 396-2188 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 18 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Caldwell County has a median price of $115 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$164
Home daycare$150
Toddler
Center$137
Home daycare$130
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$137
School age
Center$63
Home daycare$64
State record
Inspection reports for South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 18 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #14000439
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 13, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Records and paperwork 2
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 13, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
Jan 7, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
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 Jan 12, 2026
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
May 29, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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
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 Jun 3, 2025
- Jan 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 19, 2024Inspection1 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
Sep 25, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2024
- Aug 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab
Is South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 13, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 5 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab care for?
18, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 396-2188 to confirm.
How much does South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 396-2188 to ask.
What is South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab's phone number?
(828) 396-2188.
Where is South Caldwell High School Early Learning Lab?
7035 Spartan Drive, Hudson, NC 28638. The nearest other daycare we list is South Caldwell Child Division Center, 0.2 miles away.