Little Faces Child Care Center
201 Banner Creek Road, Banner Elk, NC
Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten
- licensed capacity
- 18
- a week, county median
- $136
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About
About Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten
Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten is a licensed child care center in Banner Elk, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 18 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 18 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 737-5700 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 18 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Avery County has a median price of $136 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$238
Home daycare$177
Toddler
Center$151
Home daycare$148
Preschool
Center$136
Home daycare$144
School age
Center$74
Home daycare$84
State record
Inspection reports for Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 18 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #06000076
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 11, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Records and paperwork 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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.
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May 11, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on May 11, 2026
Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating.
The state verified the correction on May 11, 2026
Dec 4, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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 state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2025
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2025
May 20, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2025
Dec 13, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
May 9, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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.
Corrected during the visit
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.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2024
Jan 5, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
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.
Corrected during the visit
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.
The state verified the correction on Jan 18, 2024
Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches.
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten
Is Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 11, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten care for?
18, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 737-5700 to confirm.
How much does Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 737-5700 to ask.
What is Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten's phone number?
(828) 737-5700.
Where is Banner Elk Pre-Kindergarten?
155 Orchard Lane, Banner Elk, NC 28604. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Faces Child Care Center, 1.2 miles away.