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Edu-Care Preschool Center #102
- licensed capacity
- 100
- a week, county median
- $139
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About Edu-Care Preschool Center #102
Edu-Care Preschool Center #102 is a licensed child care center in Whiteville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 100 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 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
- 100 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (910) 654-4810 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 | 100 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Edu-Care Preschool Center #102 has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Columbus County has a median price of $139 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$139
Home daycare$112
Toddler
Center$135
Home daycare$95
Preschool
Center$116
Home daycare$91
School age
Center$89
Home daycare$134
State record
Inspection reports for Edu-Care Preschool Center #102
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 100 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #24000148
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 1, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 8 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Safety and hazards 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Records and paperwork 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 1, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2026
Apr 1, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Apr 10, 2026
Sep 29, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2025
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2025
Mar 24, 2025Inspection2 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
Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 2, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
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.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2024
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 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
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
Corrected during the visit
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 2024
All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2024
For children under three years of age, materials were not offered in sufficient quantity to allow all children to use them at some time during the day and to allow for a range of choices.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2024
Developmentally appropriate equipment and materials were not provided for variety of outdoor activities for vigorous play and large muscle development.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 25, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
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 May 3, 2024
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.
Corrected during the visit
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 17, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
Corrected during the visit
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
Corrected during the visit
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2023
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
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2023
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Edu-Care Preschool Center #102
Is Edu-Care Preschool Center #102 licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Edu-Care Preschool Center #102 last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 1, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Edu-Care Preschool Center #102 had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 6 of 8 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 Edu-Care Preschool Center #102 care for?
100, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Edu-Care Preschool Center #102 accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Edu-Care Preschool Center #102's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (910) 654-4810 to confirm.
How much does Edu-Care Preschool Center #102 cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 654-4810 to ask.
What is Edu-Care Preschool Center #102's phone number?
(910) 654-4810.
Where is Edu-Care Preschool Center #102?
4881 Chadbourn Highway, Whiteville, NC 28472. The nearest other daycare we list is Southeastern Community College Child Dev. Center, 0.3 miles away.