Hominy Child Care
135 Candler School Road, Candler, NC
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Hawthorn Montessori School
- licensed capacity
- 30
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $165
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About
About Hawthorn Montessori School
Hawthorn Montessori School is a licensed child care center in Candler, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 30 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 30 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 30 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Hawthorn Montessori School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Buncombe County has a median price of $165 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$191
Home daycare$177
Toddler
Center$165
Home daycare$160
Preschool
Center$175
Home daycare$138
School age
Center$135
Home daycare$185
State record
Inspection reports for Hawthorn Montessori School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 30 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #11000959
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 26, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 8 visits · 19 rules in all · 19 corrected
- Records and paperwork 11
- Food and nutrition 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Health, medication and illness 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.
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- Aug 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 19, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics.
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days.
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2026
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on May 26, 2026
- Oct 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 14, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2025
The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction.
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2025
A statement acknowledging the parental decision to opt out of the supplemental food provided by the center was not signed by the parent and/or maintained on file at the center.
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 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 Jul 25, 2025
Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file.
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2025
Emergency information did not name childs health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2025
Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2025
Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2025
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2025
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2025
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on Jul 25, 2025
- Jan 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 20, 2024Inspection4 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 Nov 20, 2024
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2024
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2024
Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2024
- Aug 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Hawthorn Montessori School
Is Hawthorn Montessori School licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Hawthorn Montessori School last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 26, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Hawthorn Montessori School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 3 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 19 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 Hawthorn Montessori School care for?
30, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Hawthorn Montessori School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Hawthorn Montessori School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Hawthorn Montessori School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (904) 476-3691 to ask.
What is Hawthorn Montessori School's phone number?
(904) 476-3691.
Where is Hawthorn Montessori School?
89 Old Candler Town Road, Candler, NC 28715. The nearest other daycare we list is Candler Elementary School Head Start, 0.6 miles away.