CREATIVE MINDS CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL
CLYDE, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address767 LEE ROAD CLYDE, NC 28721 (828) 747-1771
CityCLYDE, NC 28721
CountyHaywood
Phone(828) 747-1771
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
Questions to ask on a tour
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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: 5/15/2026
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- Medium-High1
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2026
- 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 - 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 - 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 - 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.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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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
What parents actually pay
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