The Early Learning Center
900 Arendell St., Morehead City, NC
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Beaufort Elementary Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $129
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About
About Beaufort Elementary Preschool
Beaufort Elementary Preschool is a licensed child care center in Beaufort, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 36 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 5 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
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (252) 728-3316 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Beaufort Elementary Preschool 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 Beaufort Elementary Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #16000135
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 15, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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See all 8 visits
- Sep 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 5, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025
The EPR Plan did not include the date of the last revision of the plan.
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Nov 19, 2025
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
Corrected during the visit
May 7, 2025Inspection2 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.
The state verified the correction on May 16, 2025
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on May 16, 2025
- Mar 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2024
Apr 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2024
Nov 15, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Beaufort Elementary Preschool
Is Beaufort Elementary Preschool licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Beaufort Elementary Preschool last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Beaufort Elementary Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 5 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Beaufort Elementary Preschool care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Beaufort Elementary Preschool accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Beaufort Elementary Preschool's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (252) 728-3316 to confirm.
How much does Beaufort Elementary Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 728-3316 to ask.
What is Beaufort Elementary Preschool's phone number?
(252) 728-3316.
Where is Beaufort Elementary Preschool?
110 Carraway Drive, Beaufort, NC 28516. The nearest other daycare we list is BridgeKids Preschool, 0.3 miles away.