Towns County Child Development
1112 Jack Dayton Circle, Young Harris, GA
Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy
- licensed capacity
- 65
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $209
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About
About Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy
Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy is a licensed child care center in Murphy, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 65 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday, 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM; Tuesday to Thursday, 7:45 AM to 4:45 PM; Friday, 7:45 AM to 11:45 AM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 25 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 65 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:45 AM to 4:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45 AM to 4:45 PM |
| Thursday | 7:45 AM to 4:45 PM |
| Friday | 7:45 AM to 11:45 AM |
| 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 | 65 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Cherokee County has a median price of $209 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$209
Home daycare$135
Toddler
Center$137
Home daycare$114
Preschool
Center$93
Home daycare$114
School age
Center$50
Home daycare$62
State record
Inspection reports for Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 65 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #20000108
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 30, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 25 rules in all · 24 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 10
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Food and nutrition 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Safe sleep 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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Sep 30, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
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. M.
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
Corrected during the visit
Apr 21, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not posted in a prominent place in the center.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 30, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 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 Nov 12, 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 Nov 12, 2025
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
Corrected during the visit
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
Corrected during the visit
The activity plan did not include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors and outdoors.
Corrected during the visit
Dec 4, 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 Dec 20, 2024
Apr 2, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
Corrected during the visit
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
Corrected during the visit
Feb 13, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
The safe sleep policy did not contain the required information.
The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2024
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2024
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2024
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2024
Dec 14, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
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
The outdoor premises were not clean, drained and free of litter and hazardous materials grass and other vegetation in a manner which does not encourage vermin.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2024
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2024
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2024
All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbant, easily cleanable material.
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2024
- Oct 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy
Is Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 30, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 25 rules across 7 of 7 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 Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy care for?
65, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy's hours?
Monday, 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM; Tuesday to Thursday, 7:45 AM to 4:45 PM; Friday, 7:45 AM to 11:45 AM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 837-8094 to ask.
What is Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy's phone number?
(828) 837-8094.
Where is Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy?
1228 Andrews Rd, Murphy, NC 28906. The nearest other daycare we list is Southwestern Child Development, 0.1 miles away.