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3320 Battlefield Boulevard South, Chesapeake, VA
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Edu Care Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 63 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 63 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Edu Care Learning Center 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).
State record
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 14, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 9 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected
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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An incident report was not completed and mailed to a Division representative within seven days after the incident when medical treatment was required.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Sep 14, 2026
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2026
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).
Corrected during the visit
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
Corrected during the visit
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 Feb 13, 2026
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2026
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 Aug 9, 2025
The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of.
The state verified the correction on Aug 9, 2025
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on Aug 9, 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 Aug 9, 2025
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 Mar 7, 2025
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 Mar 7, 2025
Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement.
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 2025
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 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.
Corrected during the visit
The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of.
The state verified the correction on Mar 7, 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
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
Corrected during the visit
Emergency information did not name childs health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2024
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
Corrected during the visit
A copy of the safe sleep policy was not given to and/or explained to the parent of each child on or before the first day the infant attended the center.
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2024
All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbant, easily cleanable material.
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2024
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3320 Battlefield Boulevard South, Chesapeake, VA
Elizabeth City, NC 27909 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
1704 Weeksville Road, Elizabeth City, NC
104 Commercial Blvd, Elizabeth City, NC
Elizabeth City, NC 27909 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Elizabeth City, NC 27909 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Elizabeth City, NC 27909 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Elizabeth City, NC 27909 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Elizabeth City, NC 27909 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 14, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 7 of 9 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.
63, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Its hours are not listed. Call (252) 335-5900 to confirm.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 335-5900 to ask.
(252) 335-5900.
906 Oak Stump Rd, Elizabeth City, NC 27909. The nearest other daycare we list is Jump 'N' Jack, 0.8 miles away.