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900 Arendell St., Morehead City, NC
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Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 14
- a week, county median
- $129
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About Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K
Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Atlantic, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 14 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 14 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (252) 225-3961 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 14 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Carteret County has a median price of $129 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$199
Home daycare$172
Toddler
Center$129
Home daycare$131
Preschool
Center$129
Home daycare$131
School age
Center$130
Home daycare$202
State record
Inspection reports for Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 14 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #16000178
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 2, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 10 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safety and hazards 1
For comparison: 92% of North Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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- Jun 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 6, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2025
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2025
Apr 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2025
- Nov 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. The depth of the mulch in the outdoor space under the large climbing structure was not nine (9) inches.
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2024
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K
Is Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 3 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 6 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 92% of North Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K care for?
14, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (252) 225-3961 to confirm.
How much does Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 225-3961 to ask.
What is Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K's phone number?
(252) 225-3961.
Where is Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K?
151 School Drive, Atlantic, NC 28511. The nearest other daycare we list is Smyrna Elementary Preschool, 13.7 miles away.