Little Tots Academy
1016 Martin Luther King Drive, Fairmont, NC
South Robeson Head Start
- licensed capacity
- 180
- a week, county median
- $130
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About South Robeson Head Start
South Robeson Head Start is a licensed child care center in Fairmont, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 180 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 19 visits in the last 3 years and cited 31 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 180 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (910) 628-7994 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 180 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
South Robeson Head Start has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Robeson County has a median price of $130 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$148
Home daycare$171
Toddler
Center$130
Home daycare$109
Preschool
Center$111
Home daycare$104
School age
Center$60
Home daycare$59
State record
Inspection reports for South Robeson Head Start
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 180 children
- Ages
- Toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #78000241
Summary
19 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 19 visits · 31 rules in all · 31 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Food and nutrition 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Background checks 1
- Transportation 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 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 15, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
The staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not maintained as required by the chosen accreditation organization or head start/early head start designation.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2026
The professional development plan was not reviewed annually.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2026
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 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 Sep 25, 2026
May 5, 2026Inspection2 rules 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
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2026
- Dec 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 25, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied.
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2025
A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking.
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2025
- Nov 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 22, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
Signage was not posted regarding the smoking and tobacco restriction at the entrance of the center and/or in vehicles used to transport children.
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2025
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2025
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2025
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2025
Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom.
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2025
- Sep 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 9 earlier visits
- May 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 5, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
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 Dec 11, 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. Documentation was not on file for one staff member.
The state verified the correction on Dec 11, 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. Documentation was not on file for one staff member.
The state verified the correction on Dec 11, 2024
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Dec 11, 2024
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
The state verified the correction on Dec 11, 2024
- Dec 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 3, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment. Pursuant to its investigation, the Division has confirmed sufficient information to determine child maltreatment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2024
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2024
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 Nov 19, 2025
Feb 14, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics.
The state verified the correction on Feb 16, 2024
Jan 31, 2024Inspection5 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.
Corrected during the visit
Emergency information did not include name, address, and telephone number of parent or other emergency contact person.
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2024
Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations.
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2024
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2024
Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating.
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about South Robeson Head Start
Is South Robeson Head Start licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was South Robeson Head Start last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 29, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 19 visits in the last 3 years.
Has South Robeson Head Start had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 8 of 19 visits in the last 3 years; 31 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 Robeson Head Start care for?
180, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.
Does South Robeson Head Start accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are South Robeson Head Start's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (910) 628-7994 to confirm.
How much does South Robeson Head Start cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 628-7994 to ask.
What is South Robeson Head Start's phone number?
(910) 628-7994.
Where is South Robeson Head Start?
1832 Marion Stage Rd, Fairmont, NC 28340. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Tots Academy, 0.1 miles away.