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WILMINGTON, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

2.8based on state inspection data
Capacity194
Est. price$733/mo

Contact information

Address2815 SOUTH COLLEGE RD WILMINGTON, NC 28412 (910) 799-6820

CityWILMINGTON, NC 28412

CountyNew Hanover

Phone(910) 799-6820

Websitewww.ywca-lowercapefear.org

Operating details

Capacity194

SubsidiesY

License dateJanuary 11, 2024

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/15/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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2815 SOUTH COLLEGE RD WILMINGTON, NC 28412 (910) 799-6820, WILMINGTON, NC 28412

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: 6/15/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk6/15/2026

    .0803(2)(a) — Violation #844

    Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. Prescription inhaler in space 9 was not in it's original labeled container. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. High risk6/15/2026

    .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Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. Leftover diaper cream was not discarded or returned within 72 hours. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 106/15/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) — Violation #856

    The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. Broken furniture (washing machine) was present in space 9 and the couch in space 9 was in poor repair. In addition, the couch in space 10 was in poor repair as well. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk6/15/2026

    .0605(q) — Violation #859

    Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. A playground inspection was not completed for the month of May. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk6/15/2026

    .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. A staff members First Aid certification expired on May 22, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High risk6/15/2026

    .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. A staff members CPR certification expired May 22, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  7. Medium risk6/15/2026

    .1101(a)(b) — Violation #1067

    Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. A staff member hired April 20, 2026, has not completed orientation. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  8. Medium riskStandard 106/15/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) — Violation #1232

    Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. Seven staff did not have an annual staff evaluation and/or a staff development plan on file. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  9. Medium risk6/15/2026

    .0801(a)(1 — Violation #1329

    Application for enrollment did not include all required information. A child (3 years of age) did not have all required information included on his application. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High risk6/15/2026

    .0901(i) — Violation #1792

    Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. A staff member in space 2 was observed drinking Starbucks. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  11. Medium-High risk6/15/2026

    .0701(d) — Violation #1890

    Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. All new staff did not have proof of tuberculosis test or screening on file prior to beginning work. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  12. Medium-High risk6/15/2026

    .1102(a) — Violation #1898

    Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. A staff member hired 1/9/25 and a staff member hired 12/16/24, have not completed their health and safety trainings. 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.

12Total Violations
12Recent Violations
(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.

Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.

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: WILMINGTON, New Hanover County
  • Capacity: 194
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 3

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