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2437 Redbud Dr, Gastonia, NC
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The Nest School
- licensed capacity
- 199
- a week, county median
- $148
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About
About The Nest School
The Nest School is a licensed child care center in Gastonia, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 199 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 23 visits in the last 3 years and cited 25 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 199 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (704) 834-1362 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 199 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Nest School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Gaston County has a median price of $148 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$145
Toddler
Center$133
Home daycare$140
Preschool
Center$108
Home daycare$135
School age
Center$63
Home daycare$83
State record
Inspection reports for The Nest School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Two Star Center License
- Capacity
- 199 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #36000627
Summary
23 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 29, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 23 visits · 25 rules in all · 25 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 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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- Sep 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 31, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 31, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2025
Children did not wash their hands upon arrival at the center, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, before and after water activity play, after outside play, and after handling animals or animal cages.
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2025
- Apr 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 14 earlier visits
May 28, 2024Inspection1 rule 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 Jun 12, 2024
- May 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 8, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2024
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
Infants under the age of 12 months were not placed on their backs for sleeping unless the center had obtained the appropriate written waiver.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
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 Jun 12, 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.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence)
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2024
- May 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 24, 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
Mar 25, 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
- Feb 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 29, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Appropriate discipline practices were not followed.
The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2024
- Dec 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 16, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
Corrected during the visit
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 Nov 30, 2023
- Nov 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Nest School
Is The Nest School licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Nest School 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 23 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Nest School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 25 rules across 9 of 23 visits in the last 3 years; 25 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 The Nest School care for?
199, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Nest School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Nest School's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (704) 834-1362 to confirm.
How much does The Nest School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 834-1362 to ask.
What is The Nest School's phone number?
(704) 834-1362.
Where is The Nest School?
4311 Titman Rd, Gastonia, NC 28056. The nearest other daycare we list is Gina's Kids First Cdc, 0.7 miles away.