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Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning

1246 2nd Street NE, Hickory, NC 286015.0· 2 reviews
capacity
164
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$183

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About Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning

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.

InfantsSchool-ageFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Capacity
164 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:15 AM to 3:00 PM
Tuesday7:15 AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday7:15 AM to 3:00 PM
Thursday7:15 AM to 3:00 PM
Friday7:15 AM to 3:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Capacity164 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

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).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Catawba County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$183
Home daycare$172

Toddler

Center$142
Home daycare$136

Preschool

Center$109
Home daycare$133

School age

Center$110
Home daycare$210

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning

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
164 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#18000549
See the state's record

Summary

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

  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Background checks 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Records and paperwork 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.

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  1. Feb 11, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
    • Other rules

      Rule not named in the record

      Corrected during the visit

    • Food and nutrition

      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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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

    • Health, medication and illness

      Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazards

      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

    • Health, medication and illness

      Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.

      Corrected during the visit

  2. Aug 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      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

    • Background checks

      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

  3. Feb 21, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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

    • Background checks

      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

  4. Jul 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.

      The state verified the correction on Jul 26, 2024

  5. Mar 7, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.

      The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      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

  6. Nov 15, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      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

Copied from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning

Is Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning 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 Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning last inspected?

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.

Has Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning had rules cited by the state?

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.

How many children can Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning care for?

164, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:15 AM to 3:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 322-1205 to ask.

What is Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning's phone number?

(828) 322-1205.

Where is Viewmont Baptist Church Tree of Learning?

1246 2nd Street NE, Hickory, NC 28601. The nearest other daycare we list is Hickory High School Child Development Center, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).