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111 Fairview Drive NW, Lenoir, NC
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Gamewell Elementary Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $115
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About
About Gamewell Elementary Pre-K
Gamewell Elementary Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Lenoir, 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 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
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 (828) 758-1193 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Gamewell Elementary Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Caldwell County has a median price of $115 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$164
Home daycare$150
Toddler
Center$137
Home daycare$130
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$137
School age
Center$63
Home daycare$64
State record
Inspection reports for Gamewell Elementary Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #14000350
- Also at this site
- Facility #14000320: Child care center
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 13 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Safety and hazards 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
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 24, 2026InspectionFacility #14000350No rules cited
- Jun 1, 2026InspectionFacility #14000350No rules cited
- Jun 1, 2026InspectionFacility #14000320No rules cited
Apr 8, 2026InspectionFacility #140003201 rule cited
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.
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2026
Jan 7, 2026InspectionFacility #140003201 rule cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2026
Oct 29, 2025InspectionFacility #140003503 rules cited
Emergency information did not name childs health care professional.
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 Nov 2, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Nov 2, 2025
Jun 17, 2025InspectionFacility #140003202 rules cited
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 Jun 24, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 24, 2025
Apr 30, 2025InspectionFacility #140003502 rules cited
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
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.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2025
Jan 21, 2025InspectionFacility #140003201 rule cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2025
Nov 14, 2024InspectionFacility #140003502 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
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2024
Show 3 earlier visits
May 15, 2024InspectionFacility #140003502 rules cited
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
Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating.
The state verified the correction on May 23, 2024
Jan 25, 2024InspectionFacility #140003201 rule cited
Staff working in part-time, full-day or track out school age care programs required to complete BSAC training, did not complete it within three months of employment.
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2024
Nov 17, 2023InspectionFacility #140003502 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2023
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Nov 30, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Gamewell Elementary Pre-K
Is Gamewell Elementary Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Gamewell Elementary Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Gamewell Elementary Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 10 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Gamewell Elementary Pre-K care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Gamewell Elementary Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Gamewell Elementary Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 758-1193 to confirm.
How much does Gamewell Elementary Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 758-1193 to ask.
What is Gamewell Elementary Pre-K's phone number?
(828) 758-1193.
Where is Gamewell Elementary Pre-K?
2904 Morganton Blvd, Lenoir, NC 28645. The nearest other daycare we list is Happy Heart Kids, 1.1 miles away.