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Ding Dong School
- licensed capacity
- 29
- a week, county median
- $159
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About
About Ding Dong School
Ding Dong School is a licensed child care center in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 29 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 7 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
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 29 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (252) 335-1351 to confirm.
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 | 29 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ding Dong School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Pasquotank County has a median price of $159 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$159
Home daycare$157
Toddler
Center$137
Home daycare$122
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$124
School age
Center$66
Home daycare$71
State record
Inspection reports for Ding Dong School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 29 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #7055029
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 10 visits · 23 rules in all · 23 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Safety and hazards 6
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 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.
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- Aug 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 29, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter.
Corrected during the visit
The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2026
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2026
- Jan 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 22, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jun 5, 2025
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 May 27, 2025
May 22, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jun 5, 2025
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 May 27, 2025
Feb 4, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
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 Feb 17, 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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2025
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
Corrected during the visit
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
Corrected during the visit
Jan 14, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days.
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2025
Jun 13, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction.
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
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
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jun 27, 2024
Jan 25, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024
Food required by special diet prescribed by health care professional or parent did not have written instructions and/or was not maintained on file at the center.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Ding Dong School
Is Ding Dong School licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Ding Dong School last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ding Dong School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 7 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 23 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 Ding Dong School care for?
29, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Ding Dong School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ding Dong School's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (252) 335-1351 to confirm.
How much does Ding Dong School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 335-1351 to ask.
What is Ding Dong School's phone number?
(252) 335-1351.
Where is Ding Dong School?
1107 Carolina Avenue, Elizabeth City, NC 27909. The nearest other daycare we list is Mother Goose Day Care, 0.7 miles away.