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Rutherfordton, NC 28139 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Trinity Preschool
- capacity
- 99
- a week, county median
- $161
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About
About Trinity Preschool
Trinity Preschool is a child care center in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. It is state-listed, for up to 99 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 48 rules across 7 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
- Not listed
- Capacity
- 99 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 287-5544 to confirm.
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 |
| Capacity | 99 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Trinity Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Rutherford County has a median price of $161 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$161
Home daycare$142
Toddler
Center$142
Home daycare$108
Preschool
Center$113
Home daycare$113
School age
Center$65
Home daycare$89
State record
Inspection reports for Trinity Preschool
License
- Status
- Operating; not a child care license
- License type
- Religious-sponsored program, notice of compliance under G.S. 110-106 (GS 110-106; not a child care license)
- Capacity
- 99 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #8159003
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 8, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 10 visits · 48 rules in all · 48 corrected
- Records and paperwork 21
- Staff training and qualifications 15
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Background checks 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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May 8, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
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 May 20, 2026
Dec 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2025
- Sep 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 15, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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.
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025
Jun 10, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2025
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).
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2025
May 22, 2025Inspection15 rules 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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2025
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
Corrected during the visit
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2025
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2025
Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2025
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2025
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).
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2025
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
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 Jun 4, 2025
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
Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2025
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 Jun 4, 2025
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2025
Jul 2, 2024Inspection11 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 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 Jul 16, 2024
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
Corrected during the visit
Application for enrollment did not include all required information.
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2024
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 Jul 16, 2024
Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent.
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2024
Emergency information did not name childs health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2024
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2024
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2024
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2024
Jan 29, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2024
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2024
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 Feb 12, 2024
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 Mar 23, 2024
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 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 Feb 12, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2024
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2024
The EMC plan did not name the person responsible for taking the authorization for treatment, accompanying the ill or injured person, notifying contact persons and/or obtaining substitutes.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2024
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2024
Show 1 earlier visit
- Oct 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Trinity Preschool
Is Trinity Preschool licensed?
No. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it, but its program type is not a child care license in North Carolina.
When was Trinity Preschool last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 8, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Trinity Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 48 rules across 7 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 48 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 Trinity Preschool care for?
99, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Trinity Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Trinity Preschool's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 287-5544 to confirm.
How much does Trinity Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 287-5544 to ask.
What is Trinity Preschool's phone number?
(828) 287-5544.
Where is Trinity Preschool?
299 Deter St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139. The nearest other daycare we list is St Francis Day School, 0.5 miles away.