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Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 45
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $129
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About Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool
Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool is a licensed child care center in Holly Ridge, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 45 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 4 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
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 45 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
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 | 45 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Onslow County has a median price of $129 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$203
Home daycare$161
Toddler
Center$152
Home daycare$146
Preschool
Center$129
Home daycare$146
School age
Center$130
Home daycare$202
State record
Inspection reports for Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 45 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #67001201
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 15, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Transportation 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Jul 15, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2026
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2026
Feb 10, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
Aug 6, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
The trained staff did not update and/or review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
Corrected during the visit
Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.
The state verified the correction on Aug 7, 2025
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 Aug 7, 2025
A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2024
- Feb 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool
Is Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 15, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool care for?
45, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 803-3003 to ask.
What is Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool's phone number?
(910) 803-3003.
Where is Holly Ridge Quality Childcare & Preschool?
502 US Highway 17 North, Holly Ridge, NC 28445. The nearest other daycare we list is Sand Dollar Christian Preschool, 0.6 miles away.