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61 Children's Home Loop Road, Cherokee, NC
Cherokee Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 60
- a week, county median
- $108
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About
About Cherokee Pre-K
Cherokee Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Cherokee, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Ages served: preschoolers
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 60 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 554-5102 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cherokee Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Swain County has a median price of $108 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$154
Home daycare$117
Toddler
Center$109
Home daycare$126
Preschool
Center$108
Home daycare$126
School age
Center$83
Home daycare$167
State record
Inspection reports for Cherokee Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 60 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #87000078
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 8 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Safety and hazards 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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- Mar 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 22, 2026Inspection2 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
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2026
- Aug 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 4, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2025
- Feb 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 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 Feb 15, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Cherokee Pre-K
Is Cherokee Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Cherokee Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on March 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cherokee Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Cherokee Pre-K care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Cherokee Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Cherokee Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 554-5102 to confirm.
How much does Cherokee Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 554-5102 to ask.
What is Cherokee Pre-K's phone number?
(828) 554-5102.
Where is Cherokee Pre-K?
1582 Big Cove Rd, Cherokee, NC 28719.