CREATIVE MINDS CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

CLYDE, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

3.0based on state inspection data
Capacity40
Est. price$815/mo

Contact information

Address767 LEE ROAD CLYDE, NC 28721 (828) 747-1771

CityCLYDE, NC 28721

CountyHaywood

Phone(828) 747-1771

Websitehttps://www.creativemindsprek.com/

Operating details

Capacity40

License dateSeptember 13, 2023

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/15/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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767 LEE ROAD CLYDE, NC 28721 (828) 747-1771, CLYDE, NC 28721

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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: 5/15/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk5/15/2026

    .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. All sunscreen products, including aerosol sprays, are stored in a container with a combination lock. Additionally, the storage cabinet where the containers were stored had a pad lock with keys. However, One (1) of the containers with a combination lock was not closed all the way, and the padlock for the storage cabinet was not locked. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 105/15/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a — Violation #842

    A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. Per interview, sunscreens were administered recently on one (1) hot day with temperature above eighty degrees. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 105/15/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6 — Violation #847

    Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Medication authorization forms for Blue Lizard Australian sunscreen spray, Blue Lizard Australian sunscreen cream, , Blue Lizard Australian sunscreen stick, Coppertone Kids sunscreen spray, Coppertone Pure & Simple sunscreen spray, Coppertone Sport 4-in-1 sunscreen spray, Thinkbaby sunscreen cream, and Quality Choice ultimate sunscreen lotion had an incorrect medication name (Equate sunscreen) on the form. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk5/15/2026

    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. No staff members were listed on the ABCMS roster as of today. 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.

4Total Violations
4Recent Violations
(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: CLYDE, Haywood County
  • Capacity: 40
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 3

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