Kay's Child Care
Camden, NC 27921 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Success Academy
- licensed capacity
- 96
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $176
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About Success Academy
Success Academy is a licensed child care center in Camden, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 96 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 26 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 96 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 96 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Success Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Camden County has a median price of $176 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$181
Home daycare$166
Toddler
Center$176
Home daycare$146
Preschool
Center$84
Home daycare$130
School age
Center$48
Home daycare$117
State record
Inspection reports for Success Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 96 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #15000022
Summary
26 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 27, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 26 visits · 23 rules in all · 23 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Food and nutrition 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Background checks 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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- Aug 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 13, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied.
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026
Discipline was not appropriate for the child's age and development.
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026
A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking.
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026
Drinking water was not freely available to children of all ages.
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026
Jul 28, 2026Inspection5 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.
Corrected during the visit
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Aug 9, 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
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2026
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Aug 9, 2026
- May 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 9, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2026
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.
Corrected during the visit
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
Corrected during the visit
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2026
- Oct 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 24, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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).
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 20 earlier visits
- Dec 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 13, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 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
- Jul 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jul 9, 2024
- May 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 22, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2024
Centers with more than two staff did not have written personnel policies.
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2024
- Jan 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 29, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2023
- Oct 31, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 30, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2023
When medication was administered, documentation was not completed or maintained for 6 months and/or the documentation did not include the required information.
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2023
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2023
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 24, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2023
- Oct 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Success Academy
Is Success Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Success Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 27, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 26 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Success Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 9 of 26 visits in the last 3 years; 23 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 Success Academy care for?
96, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Success Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Success Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Success Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 331-1116 to ask.
What is Success Academy's phone number?
(252) 331-1116.
Where is Success Academy?
151 Gumberry Road, Camden, NC 27921. The nearest other daycare we list is Precious Gifts Educational Center, 0.8 miles away.