Abernethy Memorial Child Development Center
1220 North Shipp Avenue, Newton, NC
4.0· 4 reviews
South Newton Pre-School
- licensed capacity
- 18
- a week, county median
- $109
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About
About South Newton Pre-School
South Newton Pre-School is a licensed child care center in Newton, 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 11 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) 464-4061 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 Newton Pre-School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Catawba County has a median price of $109 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$172
Toddler
Center$142
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$109
Home daycare$133
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$210
State record
Inspection reports for South Newton Pre-School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 18 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #18000553
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Supervision and ratios 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 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 30, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 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 10, 2026
Oct 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2025
Feb 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on Mar 10, 2025
- Nov 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 20, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2024
Parent participation plan did not include a procedure for parents who need information or who have complaints about the program.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2024
Parent participation plan did not include a registration procedure to involve both parents and encourages parents and child to visit before the child begins attending.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 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
- Mar 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 29, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
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 Dec 4, 2023
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
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.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about South Newton Pre-School
Is South Newton Pre-School licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was South Newton Pre-School last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on February 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has South Newton Pre-School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 5 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Newton Pre-School care for?
18, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does South Newton Pre-School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are South Newton Pre-School's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 464-4061 to confirm.
How much does South Newton Pre-School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 464-4061 to ask.
What is South Newton Pre-School's phone number?
(828) 464-4061.
Where is South Newton Pre-School?
306 West I Street, Newton, NC 28658. The nearest other daycare we list is South Newton Elementary Kid Connection, under 0.1 miles away.