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Waynesville, NC 28786 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 70
- a week, county median
- $203
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About
About Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool
Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool is a licensed child care center in Waynesville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 70 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 18 rules across 6 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
- 70 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 476-5133 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 | 70 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Haywood County has a median price of $203 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$203
Home daycare$179
Toddler
Center$135
Home daycare$128
Preschool
Center$109
Home daycare$103
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$190
State record
Inspection reports for Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 70 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #44000170
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 16, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 10 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Safety and hazards 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- 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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Jul 16, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
The person identified as the person or alternate person responsible for carrying out the emergency medical care plan was not on the premises at all times and/or did not accompany children for off premise activities.
Corrected during the visit
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 2026
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
Corrected during the visit
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Jul 30, 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.
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 23, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
Diaper changing surfaces were not cleaned with a detergent solution and disinfected after each use.
The state verified the correction on Aug 1, 2025
A child's hands were not washed after each diaper change.
The state verified the correction on Aug 1, 2025
All staff did not wash their hands thoroughly after diapering each child.
The state verified the correction on Aug 1, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Aug 1, 2025
- Feb 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2025
- Aug 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2024
Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.
The state verified the correction on Aug 16, 2024
Apr 23, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2024
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on May 3, 2024
Nov 8, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
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 Nov 14, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool
Is Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 16, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 6 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool care for?
70, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 476-5133 to confirm.
How much does Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 476-5133 to ask.
What is Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool's phone number?
(828) 476-5133.
Where is Eagle's Nest Early Learning Center and Preschool?
1358 Sulphur Springs Road, Waynesville, NC 28786. The nearest other daycare we list is Hazelwood Elementary, 0.5 miles away.