Little Darlings Childcare
6617 E Old US 421 Hwy, East Bend, NC
5.0· 5 reviews
East Bend Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $91
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About
About East Bend Preschool
East Bend Preschool is a licensed child care center in East Bend, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 36 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (336) 551-1125 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
East Bend Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Yadkin County has a median price of $91 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$137
Home daycare$120
Toddler
Center$108
Home daycare$111
Preschool
Center$91
Home daycare$109
School age
Center$52
Home daycare$78
State record
Inspection reports for East Bend Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #99000087
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 9, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Background checks 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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Feb 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
15A NCAC 18A .2820 STORAGE(g) Purses and other personal effects belonging to child care center employees shall be kept inaccessible to children and shall be stored in accordance with this Rule, as applicable.
Corrected during the visit
Sep 17, 2025Inspection4 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 Sep 30, 2025
The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2025
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2025
Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating.
The state verified the correction on Oct 3, 2025
Feb 17, 2025Inspection4 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 Mar 3, 2025
The health assessment did not include a hearing screening.
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2025
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2025
- Oct 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 22, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about East Bend Preschool
Is East Bend Preschool licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was East Bend Preschool last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on February 9, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has East Bend Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 4 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 East Bend Preschool care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does East Bend Preschool accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are East Bend Preschool's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (336) 551-1125 to confirm.
How much does East Bend Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (336) 551-1125 to ask.
What is East Bend Preschool's phone number?
(336) 551-1125.
Where is East Bend Preschool?
205 School Street, East Bend, NC 27018. The nearest other daycare we list is East Bend Out-Of-School-Time Program, under 0.1 miles away.