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Wilmington, NC 28405 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Childrens Cottage of Wilmington
- licensed capacity
- 122
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $223
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About
About Childrens Cottage of Wilmington
Childrens Cottage of Wilmington is a licensed child care center in Wilmington, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 122 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 122 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 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 | 122 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Childrens Cottage of Wilmington has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in New Hanover County has a median price of $223 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$223
Home daycare$184
Toddler
Center$173
Home daycare$157
Preschool
Center$134
Home daycare$157
School age
Center$135
Home daycare$194
State record
Inspection reports for Childrens Cottage of Wilmington
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 122 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #65001061
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 8, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 11 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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See all 13 visits
- Sep 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 3, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2025
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 Sep 12, 2025
- Apr 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Application for enrollment did not include all required information.
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
- Nov 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 8, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2024
Oct 16, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2024
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).
The state verified the correction on Oct 25, 2024
- May 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
Apr 5, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Application for enrollment did not include all required information.
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
Oct 25, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
Oct 12, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Food required for any special diet was not provided by parent or center.
The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2023
Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.
The state verified the correction on Oct 17, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Childrens Cottage of Wilmington
Is Childrens Cottage of Wilmington licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Childrens Cottage of Wilmington last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Childrens Cottage of Wilmington had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 5 of 11 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 Childrens Cottage of Wilmington care for?
122, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Childrens Cottage of Wilmington accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Childrens Cottage of Wilmington's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Childrens Cottage of Wilmington cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 681-1101 to ask.
What is Childrens Cottage of Wilmington's phone number?
(910) 681-1101.
Where is Childrens Cottage of Wilmington?
107 Marshall Court, Wilmington, NC 28411. The nearest other daycare we list is Kiddie Academy of Wilmington, under 0.1 miles away.