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Intermountain Children’s Place
- licensed capacity
- 51
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $149
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About
About Intermountain Children’s Place
Intermountain Children’s Place is a licensed child care center in Bakersville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 51 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 51 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 51 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Intermountain Children’s Place has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Mitchell County has a median price of $149 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$149
Home daycare$94
Toddler
Center$138
Home daycare$83
Preschool
Center$102
Home daycare$82
School age
Center$59
Home daycare$58
State record
Inspection reports for Intermountain Children’s Place
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 51 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #61000057
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 19, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 8
- Safety and hazards 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Transportation 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Mar 19, 2026Inspection3 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 Mar 30, 2026
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on Mar 30, 2026
The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests.
The state verified the correction on Mar 30, 2026
Oct 23, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2025
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
May 21, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2025
All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2025
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 2025
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jun 3, 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.
Corrected during the visit
Sep 5, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2024
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
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
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2024
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2024
Mar 7, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Mar 13, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Intermountain Children’s Place
Is Intermountain Children’s Place licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Intermountain Children’s Place last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on March 19, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Intermountain Children’s Place had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 Intermountain Children’s Place care for?
51, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Intermountain Children’s Place accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Intermountain Children’s Place's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Intermountain Children’s Place cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 537-0263 to ask.
What is Intermountain Children’s Place's phone number?
(828) 537-0263.
Where is Intermountain Children’s Place?
6342 Hwy 226S, Bakersville, NC 28705. The nearest other daycare we list is Spruce Pine Montessori School, 3.3 miles away.