Tiny Hearts Enrichment Center
AYDEN, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address4257 East Avenue AYDEN, NC 28513 (252) 304-2051
CityAYDEN, NC 28513
CountyPitt
Phone(252) 304-2051
Operating details
Capacity66
License dateFebruary 11, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/14/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High5
- Medium3
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- Low0
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Location
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4257 East Avenue AYDEN, NC 28513 (252) 304-2051, AYDEN, NC 28513
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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
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/14/2026
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2026
- Medium risk7/14/2026
GS 110-91(12) — Violation #428
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The posted activity plan in Space 2 was dated June 29, 2026-July 3, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 107/14/2026
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. A broken hula-hoop and deflated inflatables were observed on the outdoor premises. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk7/14/2026
GS 110-91(9) — Violation #1301
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. Nine (9) children were present in space 2; however, eight (8) children were documented on the attendance sheet. Nine (9) children were present in space 3; however, three (3) children were documented on the attendance sheet. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/14/2026
GS110-91(1) — Violation #1321
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. A health assessment was not available for a preschool age child enrolled on June 1, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 107/14/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(2) — Violation #1323
Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. An immunization record was unavailable for a preschool age child enrolled on June 1, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk7/14/2026
.0803(6)(a — Violation #1882
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. A medication authorization form, giving 6-month standing authorization to administer asthma medication to a child was not on available. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 157/14/2026
15A NCAC 18A .2821 — Violation #9995
A violation was found for which there is no item number. Children in Space 3 were resting on mats. The mats were not covered with linen. This is a violation of SECTION .2800 - SANITATION OF CHILD CARE CENTERS. Specific to rule BEDS, COTS, MATS, AND LINENS(c) Beds, cots, and mats shall be assigned and labeled for use by an individual child and equipped with individual linens. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/12/2026
.0701(a) — Violation #1034
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. The annual health questionnaire for one employee hired on 6/12/23 expired on 4/23/25. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/12/2026
.0701(a) — Violation #1035
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. The annual emergency information form for one employee hired on 6/12/23 expired on 4/23/25. 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)
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Estimated monthly cost
$712/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: AYDEN, Pitt County
- Capacity: 66
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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