Kneedler Child Development Center
239 E. University Way, Cullowhee, NC
Cullowhee Valley Elementary
- licensed capacity
- 150
- a week, county median
- $48
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About
About Cullowhee Valley Elementary
Cullowhee Valley Elementary is a licensed child care center in Cullowhee, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 150 children, serving school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 150 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 293-5667 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 150 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cullowhee Valley Elementary has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time school-age care at a child care center in Jackson County has a median price of $48 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Infant
Center$181
Home daycare$166
Toddler
Center$176
Home daycare$146
Preschool
Center$84
Home daycare$130
School age
Center$48
Home daycare$117
State record
Inspection reports for Cullowhee Valley Elementary
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 150 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #50000062
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 10 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Food and nutrition 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 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 27, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Staff working in part-time, full-day or track out school age care programs required to complete BSAC training, did not complete it within three months of employment.
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2026
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2026
There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan.
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2026
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2026
Dec 10, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2025
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2025
- May 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 7, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
School-aged children were not adequately supervised.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2025
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. M.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
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. M.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children.
Corrected during the visit
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2025
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2025
Jan 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
Corrected during the visit
Jan 8, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
School-aged children were not adequately supervised.
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2025
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2025
May 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on May 17, 2024
- Jan 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 17, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file.
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2024
Within the first two weeks of assuming responsibilty for supervising a group of children, staff did not complete at least 6 hours of training on topics outlined in this rule.
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2024
Within the first 6 weeks of assuming responsibility for supervising group of children, each employee did not complete at least 3 additional clock hours of training on topics outlined in this rule.
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2024
School-aged children were not adequately supervised.
The state verified the correction on Jan 25, 2024
Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies.
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2024
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 Jan 29, 2024
Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.
The state verified the correction on Jan 25, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Cullowhee Valley Elementary
Is Cullowhee Valley Elementary licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Cullowhee Valley Elementary last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cullowhee Valley Elementary had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 7 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 24 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 Cullowhee Valley Elementary care for?
150, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Cullowhee Valley Elementary accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Cullowhee Valley Elementary's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 293-5667 to confirm.
How much does Cullowhee Valley Elementary cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 293-5667 to ask.
What is Cullowhee Valley Elementary's phone number?
(828) 293-5667.
Where is Cullowhee Valley Elementary?
240 Wisdom Dr, Cullowhee, NC 28723.