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Hickory, NC 28601 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning is a child care center in Hickory, North Carolina. It is state-listed, for up to 164 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 3:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 7:15 AM to 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:15 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:15 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:15 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:15 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Capacity | 164 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Catawba County has a median price of $183 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 11, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
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.
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Rule not named in the record
Corrected during the visit
A water bottle that a child brings to the child care center from home and that is used only for water consumption by that child shall be exempt from the requirements of Paragraph (h) of this Rule.
Corrected during the visit
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
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
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
Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.
Corrected during the visit
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 Sep 29, 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 Aug 27, 2028
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.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
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
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2024
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 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
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2023
Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
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.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on February 11, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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.
164, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 3:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 322-1205 to ask.
(828) 322-1205.
1246 2nd Street NE, Hickory, NC 28601. The nearest other daycare we list is Hickory High School Child Development Center, 0.1 miles away.