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Wilmington, NC 28401 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Childcare Network #84
- licensed capacity
- 109
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $184
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About
About Childcare Network #84
Childcare Network #84 is a licensed child care center in Leland, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 109 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 27 visits in the last 3 years and cited 28 rules across 12 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 109 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | 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 | 109 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Childcare Network #84 has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Brunswick County has a median price of $184 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$184
Home daycare$135
Toddler
Center$158
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$146
Home daycare$152
School age
Center$77
Home daycare$93
State record
Inspection reports for Childcare Network #84
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 109 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #10000314
Summary
27 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 22, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 13 of 27 visits · 28 rules in all · 28 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Safety and hazards 4
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Transportation 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Other rules 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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- Sep 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 26, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards.
Corrected during the visit
The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026
Sep 30, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage.
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below.
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
Apr 15, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
Corrected during the visit
When three year old children and older were in care, the materials and equipment in the activity area was not in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
- Apr 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
When screen time was provided to school-aged children, it was not offered as a free-choice activity; not used to meet a developmental goal; was not limited to 30 minutes per day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review.
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2025
Show 17 earlier visits
- Mar 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 18, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Dec 31, 2024
- Dec 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2024
- Nov 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 12, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2024
For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2024
Sep 12, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2024
For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2024
- Sep 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 3, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024
Apr 24, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Children were left in a vehicle unattended by an adult.
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2024
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2024
- Apr 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
Corrected during the visit
Jan 25, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
The health assessment did not include a dental screening.
The state verified the correction on Feb 2, 2024
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Feb 2, 2024
Jan 16, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Childcare Network #84
Is Childcare Network #84 licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Childcare Network #84 last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 27 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Childcare Network #84 had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 28 rules across 13 of 27 visits in the last 3 years; 28 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 Childcare Network #84 care for?
109, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Childcare Network #84 accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Childcare Network #84's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Childcare Network #84 cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 383-3066 to ask.
What is Childcare Network #84's phone number?
(910) 383-3066.
Where is Childcare Network #84?
787 Village Road NE, Leland, NC 28451. The nearest other daycare we list is Wild Forest Academy, under 0.1 miles away.