Smilin' Faces Child Care
14178 HWY 55 EAST, BAYBORO, NC 28515Childery Rating: 4/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.4 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.4 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects an NC 5-Star Rated License rating of Level 4 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects North Carolina's licensing baseline. North Carolina caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:20. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 20 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- NC 5-Star Rated License Level 4 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 10 Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:20 25
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Mar 4, 20264 Findings4 Important
- All Equipment and Furnishings Were Not in Good Repair.
One corner of the garden container was broken with exposed sharp edges. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/16/2026
- Gates to the Fenced Outdoor Play Area Did Not Remain Closed While Children Occupied the Area.
The back gate to the playground space from the parking lot was open and unable to stay closed while children were playing in the space. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from p
- Application Did Not Have a Medical Action Plan Attached for Any Child with Health Care Needs Such as Allergies, Asthma, or Other Chronic Conditions That…
require specialized health services. A child enrolled in space #4, had asthma listed on their application. A medical action plan was
- The Written Feeding Plan Did Not Include the Type of Milk, Formula or Food And/or the Frequency of the Feedings.
One infant had a feeding schedule posted that was not complete. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 3/16/2026
Sep 18, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Prior to the Expiration Date of the Qualification Letter, the Child Care Provider Did Not Complete and Submit Required Forms to Complete a Criminal Background…
check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The administrator's qualificatio
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