HAYWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE REGIONAL CENTER FOR THE

CLYDE, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

3.0based on state inspection data
Capacity140
Est. price$733/mo

Contact information

Address185 FREEDLANDER DRIVE CLYDE, NC 28721 (828) 565-4187

CityCLYDE, NC 28721

CountyHaywood

Phone(828) 565-4187

Operating details

Capacity140

SubsidiesY

License dateNovember 3, 2023

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 7/10/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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185 FREEDLANDER DRIVE CLYDE, NC 28721 (828) 565-4187, CLYDE, NC 28721

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/10/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 107/10/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) — Violation #528

    Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served. Cut broccoli, French fries, roast beef/cheese sandwiches, and milk were served for lunch while milk, 1/2 moon hams, green beans, mashed potatoes and rolls were listed on the menu. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk7/10/2026

    .0902(a) — Violation #542

    The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed. Two (2) children's feeding plans in room 328 were not modified as their feeding needs changed. The two (2) children's dates of birth were 6/3/25 and 5/15/25. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk7/10/2026

    GS 110-91(6) — Violation #824

    Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The heigh of the fence facing the parking lot on the infant/toddler playground was measured for 43-44 inches. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 157/10/2026

    15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) — Violation #841

    Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Nystatin pharmacy samples were maintained with over-the-counter products in a container on a shelf in room 308. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  5. High risk7/10/2026

    .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. An Albuterol for a child in room 119/122 expired on 4/30/26 but was not sent home. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  6. Medium risk7/10/2026

    .1103(a) — Violation #1052

    Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. One (1) staff member completed 9.5 hours of on-going training hours while the required hours was ten (10) hours. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  7. Medium risk7/10/2026

    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. Two (2) staff members whose employment dates were 1/7/22 and 3/12/24 were not listed on the ABCMS roster. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  8. High riskStandard 107/10/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0803(2)(b)(i — Violation #1879

    Prescribed medicines, that are pharmaceutical samples, was not stored in the manufacturers original packaging, was not labeled with the child's name, and/or written instructions did not include the required information. Medication authorization form for Nystatin - pharmacy samples - did not include prescribing physician's signature and frequency of administration of the medication. 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.

8Total Violations
8Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$733/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: CLYDE, Haywood County
  • Capacity: 140
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 3

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