SADLER ELEMENTARY PREK
GASTONIA, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address3950 W FRANKLIN BLVD GASTONIA, NC 28052 (704) 862-5895
CountyGaston
Phone(704) 862-5895
Operating details
Capacity36
License dateOctober 10, 2023
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/11/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High4
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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3950 W FRANKLIN BLVD GASTONIA, NC 28052 (704) 862-5895, 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: 2/11/2026
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- Medium-High4
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2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 102/11/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) — Violation #106
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The most recent fire inspection on file was conducted on November 8, 2024. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 102/11/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4) — Violation #125
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. In Space #1, three (3) children were not signed out on January 22, 2026, three (3) children were not signed out on January 21, 2026, four (4) children were not signed out on January 20, 2026, five (5) children were not signed ou ton January 15, 2026, four (4) children were not signed out on January 13, 2026, and four (4) children were not signed out on January 12, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/11/2026
.2820(b) — Violation #840
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 #1, one (1) Walgreens Instant Cold Pack, with multiple warnings, was in the unlocked freezer compartment of the mini refrigerator to the left of the filing cabinet, accessible to children. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/11/2026
.1102(c) — Violation #1048
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 training for one (1) staff member, employed on September 5, 2023, expired on October 31, 2025. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk2/11/2026
.1102(d) — Violation #1049
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 training for one (1) staff member, employed on September 5, 2023, expired October 31, 2025. 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
$815/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: 3
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