LINGERFELDT ELEMENTARY PRE-KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM
GASTONIA, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1601 MADISON STREET GASTONIA, NC 28052 (704) 866-6094
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.
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- Medium-High2
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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1601 MADISON STREET GASTONIA, NC 28052 (704) 866-6094, GASTONIA, NC 28052
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- 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
- Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/14/2026
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2026
- 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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.
(Past 6 Months)
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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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