LINGERFELDT ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM

GASTONIA, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

2.5based on state inspection data
Capacity36
Est. price$750/mo

Contact information

Address1601 MADISON STREET GASTONIA, NC 28052 (704) 866-6094

CityGASTONIA, NC 28052

CountyGaston

Phone(704) 866-6094

Operating details

Capacity36

License dateNovember 13, 2024

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/14/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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1601 MADISON STREET GASTONIA, NC 28052 (704) 866-6094, GASTONIA, NC 28052

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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: 4/14/2026

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  • Medium-High2
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium riskStandard 104/14/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) — Violation #526

    Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. There was no current menu posted in an area where it can be seen by parents. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk4/14/2026

    .0604(t) — Violation #805

    Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The most recent fire drill documented was conducted on January 13, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk4/14/2026

    .0605(q) — Violation #859

    Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The most recent playground inspection documented was conducted on February 18, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk4/14/2026

    .0701(a) — Violation #1035

    Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One (1) staff member, employed on July 1, 2025, did not have an emergency information form on file. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-Low risk4/14/2026

    .0604(u) — Violation #1811

    Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The most recent shelter-in-place/lockdown drill documented was conducted on December 5, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  6. Medium risk4/14/2026

    .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. One (1) staff member, employed on July 1, 2025, did not sign acknowledgement of receipt of the facility’s Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  7. Medium risk4/14/2026

    .1102(g) — Violation #1897

    The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One (1) staff member, employed on August 4, 2025, did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment Training. 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.

7Total Violations
7Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Estimated monthly cost

$750/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: GASTONIA, Gaston County
  • Capacity: 36
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 2

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