Forest Hill Pre-K
304 Ann Street, Morganton, NC
Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 90
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $181
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About
About Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center
Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Morganton, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 90 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 90 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 90 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Burke County has a median price of $181 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$181
Home daycare$156
Toddler
Center$127
Home daycare$119
Preschool
Center$112
Home daycare$120
School age
Center$64
Home daycare$117
State record
Inspection reports for Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 90 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #12000421
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 19, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- 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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- May 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 4, 2026Inspection1 rule 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 Feb 12, 2026
- Jan 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 5, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
The operator did not maintain the manufacturer's instructions on file electronically or in paper format for any outdoor play structures purchased or installed on or after September 1, 2017.
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2025
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2025
- Nov 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 24, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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
Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating.
Corrected during the visit
May 14, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on May 24, 2024
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center
Is Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 19, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center care for?
90, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 437-6750 to ask.
What is Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center's phone number?
(828) 437-6750.
Where is Giggles N' Grins 3 Child Care & Learning Center?
525 Hopewell Road, Morganton, NC 28655. The nearest other daycare we list is NC School for the Deaf, 0.5 miles away.