LITTLE PEOPLE'S DAY CARE 2
KINSTON, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address122 OLD SECOND STREET KINSTON, NC 28504 (252) 522-3689
CountyLenoir
Phone(252) 522-3689
Operating details
Capacity25
SubsidiesY
License dateNovember 13, 2019
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/18/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High0
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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122 OLD SECOND STREET KINSTON, NC 28504 (252) 522-3689, KINSTON, NC 28504
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/18/2026
- High3
- Medium-High0
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk3/18/2026
GS 110-91(12) — Violation #428
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The lesson plan posted was dated for August 2025. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 103/18/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) — Violation #807
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. There are broken toys on the playground. A broken crib with an exposed nail was in the classroom. There are broken tree limbs on the playground. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 103/18/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) — Violation #812
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. There were four electrical outlets that were not covered with safety plugs when they were not being used. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk3/18/2026
.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. There was Ortho ant Killer and mouse poison stored in an unlocked cabinet under the sink. A cabinet in the bathroom that stored hazardous items was not kept locked. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk3/18/2026
.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. Administrator, S. Perry, and staff member C. Gates' First Aid training expired 1/2026 and was renewed 2/2026. The training was not completed prior to the expiration of the previous training. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk3/18/2026
.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. Administrator, S. Perry, and staff member C. Gates' CPR training expired 1/2026 and was renewed 2/2026. The training was not completed prior to the expiration of the previous training. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk3/18/2026
.0604(u) — Violation #1811
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last shelter-in-place/lockdown drill posted was dated for October 2025. The next shelter-in-place/lockdown drill was required to be completed January 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk3/18/2026
.2510(j) — Violation #1921
Staff working in part-time, full-day or track out school age care programs required to complete BSAC training, did not complete it within three months of employment. Staff member, C. Gates did not complete the required training within three months of employment. The training was due to be completed by 11/2025. 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)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
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Estimated monthly cost
$847/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: KINSTON, Lenoir County
- Capacity: 25
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 7
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