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Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I
- licensed capacity
- 99
- a week, county median
- $159
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About
About Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I
Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I is a licensed child care center in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 99 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 99 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (252) 335-9471 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 99 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Pasquotank County has a median price of $159 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$159
Home daycare$157
Toddler
Center$137
Home daycare$122
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$124
School age
Center$66
Home daycare$71
State record
Inspection reports for Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 99 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #70000321
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 2, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 14 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 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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- Sep 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 11, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jun 22, 2026
- Mar 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 18, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Mar 4, 2026
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Mar 4, 2026
Mar 13, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
The person identified as the person or alternate person responsible for carrying out the emergency medical care plan was not on the premises at all times and/or did not accompany children for off premise activities.
Corrected during the visit
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2025
Oct 15, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use.
The state verified the correction on Oct 18, 2024
- Oct 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
One or more persons who met the qualifications for administrator were not on site for number of hours per week required by capacity of center.
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2024
- Aug 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Diapers were not changed whenever they were soiled or wet and/or were changed on a shift basis.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Show 4 earlier visits
- Jun 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 7, 2024Inspection9 rules 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 22, 2024
The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.
Corrected during the visit
All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair.
Corrected during the visit
Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
May 7, 2024Inspection9 rules 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 22, 2024
The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.
Corrected during the visit
All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair.
Corrected during the visit
Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
Nov 2, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2023
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2023
Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.
The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I
Is Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 9 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I care for?
99, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (252) 335-9471 to confirm.
How much does Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 335-9471 to ask.
What is Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I's phone number?
(252) 335-9471.
Where is Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. I?
818 Walker Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC 27909. The nearest other daycare we list is Bright Beginnings Academy Inc. II, 0.1 miles away.