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SMITHFIELD, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1605 DIAL STREET SMITHFIELD, NC 27577 (919) 934-1628
CountyJohnston
Phone(919) 934-1628
Operating details
Capacity15
License dateNovember 19, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/19/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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1605 DIAL STREET SMITHFIELD, NC 27577 (919) 934-1628, SMITHFIELD, NC 27577
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/19/2025
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2025
- High riskStandard 1511/19/2025
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. There was prescription medication in a staff purse that was sitting on the floor in the classroom. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk11/19/2025
.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 last monthly playground inspection was completed on 9-2-25. An inspection was completed during the visit. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 1511/19/2025
15A NCAC 18A .2820(g). — Violation #9995
A violation was found for which there is no item number. A staff member's purse was sitting on the floor in the classroom a violation of Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$795/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: SMITHFIELD, Johnston County
- Capacity: 15
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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