Childcare Network #99
A child care center in Gastonia, North Carolina 28056
3092 Union Road, Gastonia, North Carolina 28056. (704) 868-8663.
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The short answer
- 24 violations in the last three years
- Mar 102026 the latest visit on record
- 199 children, its licensed capacity
Each figure’s source sits beside it, in its section below.
What these words mean5
- Inspection (survey)
- A visit by state inspectors, often unannounced, who check a place against the rules it must meet. For nursing homes and other places Medicare pays, CMS calls these visits surveys: a standard survey of a nursing home comes at least every 15 months, and a complaint survey whenever a complaint calls for one. Source: CMS; 42 CFR 488.308.
- Deficiency, citation, violation
- What inspectors write up when a place didn’t meet a rule: the rule, what they saw, and when. CMS calls it a deficiency; states may say citation or violation. It is the inspectors’ finding, not a court’s, and the place is usually asked for a plan to correct it. Source: CMS, statement of deficiencies (Form CMS-2567); each state’s licensing agency.
- Quality rating
- Many states rate child care in a quality rating system that goes past the licensing rules, such as Texas Rising Star or Kentucky All STARS. Taking part is often voluntary, so a program with no rating hasn’t been rated low. Source: Each state’s quality rating system.
- Licence status
- Whether the state’s licence lets the place operate now, in the state’s own words: licensed, on probation (allowed to keep operating on conditions, after problems), provisional, pending or expired. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
- Capacity
- The most people the licence or certification lets the place care for at once: residents, children, beds or apartments, as the state counts them. It isn’t how many are there now. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
What did inspectors find?
5 DCDEE visits in the last three years, the latest on Mar 10, 2026.
24 violations cited in the last three years, 24 of them marked corrected.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE), Child Care Facility Search (ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov): licences, DCDEE visits and violations. Checked Oct 21, 2026. Updated daily.
When those violations happened
24 violations in 5 months of the last 36. Last cited Mar 2026. The last 3 years, to Nov 3, 2026.
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| 2024 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| 2025 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| 2026 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov |
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Hearth Record drew this from the dates and levels in the source’s own records.
Each violation, in its source’s words
Grouped by visit, newest first, with the level its source gave it.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE), Child Care Facility Search (ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov): licences, DCDEE visits and violations. Checked Oct 21, 2026. Updated daily.
Mar 10, 2026: unannounced11 violations
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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. One (1) staff member, employed on October 4, 2021, and one (1) staff member, employed on December 10, 2025, were not entered into the ABCMS Provider Portal.”
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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.
“A signed statement by the parent/guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy was not on file for one (1) child, enrolled on June 9, 2025. A signed statement by the parent/guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma Policy for one (1) child, enrolled on August 31, 2023, was dated April 15, 2025.”
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A copy of the safe sleep policy was not given to and/or explained to the parent of each child on or before the first day the infant attended the center.
“A signed statement by the parent/guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s safe sleep policy was not on file for one child, born on October 11, 2024, and enrolled on June 9, 2025.”
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A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
“A signed statement by the parent/guardian attesting the receipt of the Summary of the North Carolina Child Care Law was not on file for one (1) child, enrolled on June 9, 2025. The signed statement by the parent/guardian attesting the receipt of the Summary of the North Carolina Child Care Law for one (1) child, enrolled on August 31, 2023, was dated April 22, 2025.”
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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 CPR certification for one (1) staff member, employed on March 5, 2024, expired on January 16, 2026.”
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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 first aid certification for one (1) staff member, employed on March 5, 2024, expired on January 16, 2026.”
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Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The inspectors’ words, 204 words
“In Space #1, one (1) infant, four (4) months of age, had a visual sleep check documented on March 9, 2026, at 2:00pm and not again until 2:26pm. In Space #1, one (1) infant, eight (8) months of age, had a visual sleep check documented on February 17, 2026, at 12:48pm and not again until 1:05pm. In Space #1, one (1) infant, three (3) months of age, had a visual sleep check documented on February 17, 2026, at 11:25am and not again until 11:45am. In Space #1, one (1) infant, five (5) months of age, had a visual sleep check documented on February 19, 2026, at 10:45am and not again until 11:15am. In Space #1, one (1) infant, six (6) months of age, had a visual sleep check documented on February 25, 2026, at 11:30am and not again until 12:00pm. In Space #1, one (1) infant, four (4) months of age, had a visual sleep check documented on March 6, 2026, at 12:00pm and not again until 12:18pm, and at 12:40am and not again until 1:00pm. In Space #1, one (1) infant, four (4) months of age, had a visual sleep check documented on March 4, 2026, at 9:00am and not again until 9:30am.”
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Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child’s first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child.
The inspectors’ words, 132 words
“The emergency information on file for one (1) child, enrolled on June 15, 2020, was updated on October 5, 2022, and not again until January 18, 2026. The emergency information on file for one (1) child, enrolled on March 8, 2024, was updated on April 5, 2024, and not again until January 12, 2026. The emergency information on file for one (1) child, enrolled on November 6, 2023, was updated on November 13, 2024, and not again until January 2026 (no date listed). The emergency information on file for one (1) child, enrolled on March 23, 2020, was updated on November 5, 2021, and not again until January 12, 2026. The emergency information on file for one (1) child, enrolled on August 31, 2023, was most recently updated on November 4, 2024.”
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Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
“The medical exam on file for one (1) child, enrolled on March 23, 2020, was dated October 1, 2021. The medical exam on file for one (1) child, enrolled on April 24, 2023, was dated January 8, 2024. There was no medical exam on file for one (1) child, enrolled on August 31, 2023, and one (1) child, enrolled on June 9, 2025.”
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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.
“An acknowledgement by the parent/guardian of receipt of the facility’s operational policies was not on file for one (1) child, enrolled on June 9, 2025. The acknowledgement by the parent/guardian of receipt of the facility’s operational policies for one (1) child, enrolled on August 31, 2023, was dated April 15, 2025.”
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Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child’s file.
“A signed statement by the parent/guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s discipline policy was not on file for one (1) child, enrolled on June 9, 2025. The signed statement by the parent/guardian of the facility’s discipline policy for one (1) child, enrolled on August 31, 2023, was dated April 22, 2025.”
Oct 22, 2025: unannounced2 violations
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Diaper changing surfaces were not cleaned with a detergent solution and disinfected after each use.
The inspectors’ words, 129 words
“In Space #1, the staff member performing a diaper change sprayed the diaper changing table with the sanitizing solution, let the sanitizing solution sit for more than two (2) minutes, then wiped the changing table dry with paper towels. The staff member then washed their hands, got all supplies needed for the diaper change, completed the diaper changing procedure, wiped the infant’s hands with a wipe, and put the infant on the floor next to a shelf containing toys. The staff member then sprayed the diaper changing table with the sanitizing solution, let sit for over two (2) minutes, and wiped the table dry with paper towels. A detergent solution and a disinfecting solution was not used when cleaning the diaper changing table before or after the diaper change.”
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Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage.
“In Space #1, two (2) cloth “boppy pillows” were on the diaper changing table and remained on the diaper changing table until a diaper change was needed.”
Sep 16, 2025: unannounced1 violation
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A violation was found for which there is no item number.
“15A NCAC 18A .2817 TOILETS (a) In child care centers, toilet tissue paper shall be provided in each toilet room and stored in a clean, dry place. In Space #11, there was no toilet paper in the restroom designated as the “Boys” bathroom.”
Apr 7, 2025: unannounced4 violations
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A health assessment was not on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child entered the NC Pre-K program or the health assessment was more than 12 months old at the time of program entry.
“One (1) child, enrolled in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program on August 19, 2025, did not have a completed health assessment on file. One (1) child, enrolled in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program on August 19, 2024, did not have a vision screening completed as part of their health assessment. Two (2) children, both enrolled in the NC Pre-Kindergarten Program on August 19, 2024, did not have a hearing screening completed as part of their health assessment.”
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Children’s records were not made available for review.
The inspectors’ words, 341 words
“One (1) child, enrolled on May 27, 2021, did not have an application, a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s discipline policy, a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma policy, a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s safe sleep policy, a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging the receipt of the summary of the North Carolina Child Care Law, a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s operational policies, or a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging the receipt of the facility’s parent participation plan on file, available for review. One (1) child, enrolled on November 11, 2024, did not have an application, a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s discipline policy, a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma policy, a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging the receipt of the summary of the North Carolina Child Care Law, a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s operational policies, or a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging the receipt of the facility’s parent participation plan on file, available for review. One (1) child, enrolled on August 19, 2024, did not have a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s discipline policy, a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma policy, a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging the receipt of the summary of the North Carolina Child Care Law, a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging receipt of the facility’s operational policies, or a signed statement by the parent or guardian acknowledging the receipt of the facility’s parent participation plan on file, available for review.”
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Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child’s first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child.
“The most recent emergency information on file for one (1) child, enrolled on October 5, 2023, was updated on October 5, 2023.”
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Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
“One (1) child, enrolled on July 10, 2023, had a medical exam on file dated February 1, 2024. One (1) child, enrolled on May 30, 2023, had a medical exam on file dated August 21, 2023. One (1) child, enrolled on February 20, 2023, had a medical exam on file dated October 6, 2023.”
Jul 9, 2024: unannounced6 violations
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A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
“On the playground used by school age children, the wooden barrier around the composite structure had exposed rusty nails and splintering wood on the backside of the barrier.”
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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.
“In space #8, one aerosol can of “Sound Body” Aloe Enriched Shave Cream was observed in the unlocked wooden cabinet to the right of the freezer.”
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Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The inspectors’ words, 115 words
“In space #1, one infant, four months of age, was observed sleeping on their tummy at 10:57am. The sleep chart located on the wall above the crib where the infant was sleeping, “cannot roll over” was documented on the form. The crib did not have documentation attached that noted the infant was able to rollover. The most recent sleep check for the infant, four months of age was documented at 10:30am and “t” was circled that documented the position the infant was observed while sleeping. The safe sleep policy posted in space #1, confirmed that caregivers would document when an infant was able to rollover and visual sleep checks would be conducted every fifteen minutes.”
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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 inspectors’ words, 103 words
“Four containers of “Nice and Clean” baby wipes in the plastic packaging and one container of Equate baby wipes in the plastic packaging were stored under the unlocked diaper changing table in space #1 and accessible to seven infants. One container of Pampers baby wipes in the plastic packaging was stored under the unlocked diaper changing table in space #2, and accessible to six toddlers, one year of age. Plastic packaging and Ziploc baggies containing children’s clothing were stored in the children’s cubbies less than five feet from the floor surface in space #7, and accessible to three children two years of age.”
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Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children.
“On the playground used by preschool age children, a “Bobcat” brand excavator was observed near the back of the fence.”
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Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below.
“The refrigerators in space #1, and space #2, did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The thermometer located in the refrigerators used to store bottles in space #1, and space #2, were observed at 50 degrees F.”
All 5 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
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| Mar 10, 2026 | Unannounced visit | 11 violations cited |
| Oct 22, 2025 | Unannounced visit | 2 violations cited |
| Sep 16, 2025 | Unannounced visit | 1 violation cited |
| Apr 7, 2025 | Unannounced visit | 4 violations cited |
| Jul 9, 2024 | Unannounced visit | 6 violations cited |
Is it licensed?
- Child Care Center, holding a Five Star Center License since Nov 2, 2024.
- Licensed for 199 children, ages 0 through 12.
- Enrolled in North Carolina’s subsidized child care program.
- North Carolina’s licence number: 36000639.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE), Child Care Facility Search (ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov): licences, DCDEE visits and violations. Checked Oct 21, 2026. Updated daily.
Has North Carolina acted against it?
- DCDEE says it has taken no action against this facility, for its current licence and location, in the last three years.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE), Child Care Facility Search (ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov): licences, DCDEE visits and violations. Checked Oct 21, 2026. Updated daily.
Who does the caring?
- North Carolina’s page gives a staff-to-child ratio policy as the provider reports it, unverified by DCDEE, so it isn’t shown.
Who owns it?
- Owner, as North Carolina lists it: Child Development Schools North Carolina, LLC.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE), Child Care Facility Search (ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov): licences, DCDEE visits and violations. Checked Oct 21, 2026. Updated daily.
How is it rated?
- Star Rated License: 5 stars of five.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE), Child Care Facility Search (ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov): licences, DCDEE visits and violations. Checked Oct 21, 2026. Updated daily.
How does it compare nearby?
- Among 83 child care providers in Gaston County, the middle value for violations cited in the last three years was 10; this one had 24.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE), Child Care Facility Search (ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov): licences, DCDEE visits and violations. Checked Oct 21, 2026. Updated daily.
| Place | Violations cited in the last three years |
|---|---|
| Woods World Family Child Care | 0 |
| Robinson Elementary Pre-Kindergarten | 4 |
| New Hope for Kids | 2 |
| Gina’s Kids First Cdc | 21 |
| The Nest School | 26 |
| Childcare Network #99 This child care provider | 24 |
| Rankin Head Start | 10 |
| Kingdomz School of Excellence | 23 |
| First Baptist Church Childcare Ministries | 10 |
| Rankin II Head Start | 8 |
| Cline Learning Center of Dallas | 11 |
| Brown’s Little Shepherds | 1 |
What the record doesn’t say
- North Carolina doesn’t show a visit summary tied to an open child maltreatment investigation while the case is active, and shows an administrative action only after its 30-day appeal period, without saying what it was.
- DCDEE’s descriptions of violations are shown in its own words; a description that names or may name a person isn’t shown. Visit summaries, the consultants’ full reports, aren’t read.
- North Carolina’s page lists the provider’s own features (transport, ratios) as furnished by the provider and unverified by DCDEE, so they aren’t shown.
Sources
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North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE), Child Care Facility Search (ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov): licences, DCDEE visits and violations.
Checked Oct 21, 2026. Updated daily. nc.gov terms: copying and distribution for non-commercial use, without alteration, citing the source. Shown free and never sold; DCDEE’s own words are quoted.
If you believe something here is wrong, a correction starts with the agency whose record this copies: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE). North Carolina’s own record is on ncchildcare.ncdhhs.gov. If Hearth Record copied something wrongly, it will fix it and log the correction publicly, with its date: how corrections work.
This copy of the record was made on Nov 3, 2026.
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