AVERY'S CREEK HEAD START

ARDEN, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity20
Est. price$795/mo

Contact information

Address15 PARK SOUTH BLVD ARDEN, NC 28704 (828) 776-0471

CityARDEN, NC 28704

CountyBuncombe

Phone(828) 776-0471

Websitehttps://communityactionopportunities.org/head-start/

Operating details

Capacity20

License dateMay 23, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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Location

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15 PARK SOUTH BLVD ARDEN, NC 28704 (828) 776-0471, ARDEN, NC 28704

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  3. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
  4. Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/30/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium risk3/30/2026

    GS 110-91(12) — Violation #428

    A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. A lesson plan posted was dated 3/23/26 - 3/27/26. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 103/30/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) — Violation #812

    Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. An outlet next to the paper towel dispenser in the bathroom did not have a cover. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low risk3/30/2026

    .1804(c) — Violation #1324

    Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file. Signed/dated discipline policy was not maintained on child's file for one (1) child whose date of birth being 7/20/21. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. High risk3/30/2026

    .1102(a) — Violation #1898

    Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. The records of Health and Safety Training did not include "Medication in Child Care" training certificate for a staff member who was employed on 8/12/22. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-Low risk3/30/2026

    .0608(b)(1 — Violation #1908

    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. Acknowledgement of receipt of program's Shaken Baby Policy was not on file for one (1) child whose date of birth being 7/20/21. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

5Total Violations
5Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$795/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in North Carolina run about $1,006/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in North Carolina by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: ARDEN, Buncombe County
  • Capacity: 20
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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