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Washington, NC 27889 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Care-O-World Enrichment Center
- licensed capacity
- 158
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
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About
About Care-O-World Enrichment Center
Care-O-World Enrichment Center is a licensed child care center in Washington, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 158 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 5 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
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 158 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
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 | 158 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Care-O-World Enrichment Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Beaufort County has a median price of $185 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$185
Home daycare$167
Toddler
Center$160
Home daycare$135
Preschool
Center$135
Home daycare$138
School age
Center$78
Home daycare$83
State record
Inspection reports for Care-O-World Enrichment Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 158 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #07000029
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 15 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Other rules 2
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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Aug 12, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2026
- Mar 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 16, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
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
Sep 16, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
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
- Sep 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 5 earlier visits
Oct 15, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
Corrected during the visit
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 Oct 28, 2024
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 Oct 28, 2024
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 7, 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
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2024
Nov 3, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
Corrected during the visit
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 Nov 16, 2023
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 16, 2023
Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
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.
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
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FAQ
Questions about Care-O-World Enrichment Center
Is Care-O-World Enrichment Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Care-O-World Enrichment Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Care-O-World Enrichment Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 6 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Care-O-World Enrichment Center care for?
158, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Care-O-World Enrichment Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Care-O-World Enrichment Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Care-O-World Enrichment Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 975-2811 to ask.
What is Care-O-World Enrichment Center's phone number?
(252) 975-2811.
Where is Care-O-World Enrichment Center?
146 Whispering Pines Road, Washington, NC 27889. The nearest other daycare we list is Rising Stars Learning Center, 0.3 miles away.