THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF ASHEVILLE
CANDLER, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address12 LAKE DRIVE CANDLER, NC 28715 (828) 463-3200
CountyBuncombe
Phone(828) 463-3200
Operating details
Capacity152
License dateOctober 7, 2024
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/9/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High0
- Medium4
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- Low0
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Location
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12 LAKE DRIVE CANDLER, NC 28715 (828) 463-3200, CANDLER, NC 28715
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/9/2026
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2026
- Medium riskStandard 156/9/2026
15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) — Violation #533
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. Five (5) bottles in the refrigerator in space #2 were not labeled with today's date. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk6/9/2026
.0803(12) — Violation #849
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. Think Baby sunscreen in space #10 expired at the end of May 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk6/9/2026
.0606(b) — Violation #892
The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily. The program's Safe Sleep Policy was not posted in space #1 and #2 where infants were cared for. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk6/9/2026
.1101(a)(b) — Violation #1067
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Per orientation documentation for one (1) staff member with employment date of 5/18/26, review of adequate supervision, prevention of Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma and prevention of infectious diseases were not documented. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk6/9/2026
G.S. 110-90.2(b) — Violation #1757
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Three (3) staff members' valid qualification letters were not printed and maintained on their staff files. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk6/9/2026
G.S. 110-90.2 — Violation #1805
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. At least two (2) staff member who left the employment and five (5) staff members who were newly employed were not reflected on the ABCMS roster. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk6/9/2026
.0608(d)(1 — Violation #1874
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. A signed acknowledgement of Shaken Baby Syndrome policy was not on file for a staff member with employment date of 5/18/26. The staff member was in the classroom during today's visit. 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.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$675/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: CANDLER, Buncombe County
- Capacity: 152
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 2
What parents actually pay
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