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Hampstead Preschool of the Arts
- licensed capacity
- 108
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
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About
About Hampstead Preschool of the Arts
Hampstead Preschool of the Arts is a licensed child care center in Hampstead, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 108 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 4 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
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 108 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 108 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Hampstead Preschool of the Arts has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Pender County has a median price of $199 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$199
Home daycare$157
Toddler
Center$180
Home daycare$125
Preschool
Center$138
Home daycare$118
School age
Center$73
Home daycare$82
State record
Inspection reports for Hampstead Preschool of the Arts
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 108 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #71000268
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 4, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 15 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safety and hazards 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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See all 16 visits
- Aug 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2025
Feb 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2025
Jan 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2025
Show 6 earlier visits
- Dec 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 26, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
A child was restrained as a form of discipline and the child's safety or the safety of others was not at risk.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2024
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment. Pursuant to its investigation, the Division has confirmed sufficient information to determine child maltreatment.
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2025
Child was handled roughly.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2024
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2024
Jan 17, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2024
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 Jan 30, 2024
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 Jan 30, 2024
- Nov 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Hampstead Preschool of the Arts
Is Hampstead Preschool of the Arts licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Hampstead Preschool of the Arts last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 4, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Hampstead Preschool of the Arts had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 5 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Hampstead Preschool of the Arts care for?
108, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Hampstead Preschool of the Arts accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Hampstead Preschool of the Arts' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Hampstead Preschool of the Arts cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 406-1358 to ask.
What is Hampstead Preschool of the Arts' phone number?
(910) 406-1358.
Where is Hampstead Preschool of the Arts?
15965 US Highway 17, Hampstead, NC 28443. The nearest other daycare we list is Soundside Meadow Day School, 0.5 miles away.