Omega Wilcox Child Care Home
Winston-Salem, NC 27103 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Sunshine House
- licensed capacity
- 133
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $203
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About
About The Sunshine House
The Sunshine House is a licensed child care center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 133 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 32 visits in the last 3 years and cited 97 rules across 16 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
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
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 133 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 133 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Sunshine House has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Forsyth County has a median price of $203 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$203
Home daycare$188
Toddler
Center$169
Home daycare$164
Preschool
Center$150
Home daycare$148
School age
Center$81
Home daycare$87
State record
Inspection reports for The Sunshine House
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 133 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #34000141
Summary
32 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 16 of 32 visits · 97 rules in all · 97 corrected
- Records and paperwork 18
- Safety and hazards 15
- Health, medication and illness 14
- Staff training and qualifications 12
- Supervision and ratios 9
- Transportation 7
- Food and nutrition 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Safe sleep 3
- Other rules 4
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 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 30, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
The written feeding plan did not include the type of milk, formula or food and/or the frequency of the feedings.
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
The professional development plan was not reviewed annually.
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
Corrected during the visit
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 Jul 14, 2026
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jul 14, 2026
- May 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 2, 2026Inspection18 rules cited
All administrators and staff did not complete a professional development plan within one year of employment, that included all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2026
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 Apr 16, 2026
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. The medication authorization form for one child enrolled with an emergency medication was not observed on file for review.
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2026
Signage was not posted regarding the smoking and tobacco restriction at the entrance of the center and/or in vehicles used to transport children.
Corrected during the visit
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2026
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2026
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.
Corrected during the visit
Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement.
Corrected during the visit
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2026
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2026
Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2026
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter.
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2026
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.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2026
The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center.
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.
Corrected during the visit
When three year old children and older were in care, the materials and equipment in the activity area was not in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities.
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
Mar 19, 2026Inspection8 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 Apr 2, 2026
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
The EPR Plan did not include evacuation diagrams showing how the staff, children, and any other individuals who may be present will evacuate during an emergency.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 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
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
The staff/child ratios for children, two years and older, during naptime were not maintained by having at least one person in each room, visually supervising all children and the total number of required staff on the premises within calling distance of each room occupied by children.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2026
Oct 24, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.
The state verified the correction on Nov 24, 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 Dec 16, 2025
Prohibited Styrofoam and foam rubber products were accessible to children under 3 years of age and/or approved foam products were used without proper supervision.
Corrected during the visit
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 Nov 7, 2025
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
Corrected during the visit
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
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified.
Corrected during the visit
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not posted in a prominent place in the center.
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.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2025
- Sep 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
Corrected during the visit
Show 23 earlier visits
Aug 26, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Sep 8, 2025
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 Sep 8, 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.
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 9, 2025Inspection18 rules 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 Apr 23, 2025
The Center did not have a person on staff who completed the EPR in Child Care training within the required timeframe and/or documentation of completion of the training was not on file or in a file designated for emergency preparedness and response plan documents.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2025
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2025
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
An individual responsible for both administering the program and planning and ensuring the implementation of the daily activities did not meet requirements for an administrator and/or complete BSAC training.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.
Corrected during the visit
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
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 Apr 17, 2025
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2025
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
Corrected during the visit
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
The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 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 Apr 17, 2025
When three year old children and older were in care, the materials and equipment in the activity area was not in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities.
Corrected during the visit
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Dec 24, 2024
- Nov 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 23, 2024Inspection2 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 Oct 7, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2024
- Sep 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 6, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Discipline was related to food, rest or toileting.
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2024
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 Sep 20, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2024
Appropriate discipline practices were not followed.
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2024
Aug 27, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2024
- Aug 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 25, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2024
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 Jul 15, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2024
- Jun 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 22, 2024Inspection15 rules 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 May 10, 2024
At least one staff member was not present who had successfully completed First Aid and/or CPR training when children were in care.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2024
The EPR Plan did not include evacuation diagrams showing how the staff, children, and any other individuals who may be present will evacuate during an emergency.
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2024
Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 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 9, 2024
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
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 May 9, 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.
Corrected during the visit
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
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
Staff did not wash their hands thoroughly before beginning work, before/after handling food, before bottle feeding or serving to other children, after toileting or handling body fluids, after diaper changing and after handling soiled items.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
When three year old children and older were in care, the materials and equipment in the activity area was not in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities.
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2024
- Mar 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 13, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
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 Feb 28, 2024
Feb 7, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Inspection1 rule 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 26, 2024
- Dec 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 9, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
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
A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2023
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
When three year old children and older were in care, the materials and equipment in the activity area was not in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities.
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2023
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 Oct 30, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about The Sunshine House
Is The Sunshine House licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Sunshine House last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 32 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Sunshine House had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 97 rules across 16 of 32 visits in the last 3 years; 97 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 Sunshine House care for?
133, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Sunshine House accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Sunshine House's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Sunshine House cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (336) 768-0060 to ask.
What is The Sunshine House's phone number?
(336) 768-0060.
Where is The Sunshine House?
3806 Country Club Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27104. The nearest other daycare we list is Angel Watch Child Care, 0.5 miles away.