Macon Program for Progress New Horizons II
82 East Orchard View Lane, Franklin, NC
3.8· 39 reviews
Iotla Valley Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $174
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About Iotla Valley Preschool
Iotla Valley Preschool is a licensed child care center in Franklin, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 36 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 524-2938 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Iotla Valley Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Macon County has a median price of $174 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$178
Home daycare$114
Toddler
Center$136
Home daycare$109
Preschool
Center$174
Home daycare$109
School age
Center$59
Home daycare$80
State record
Inspection reports for Iotla Valley Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #56000151
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 22, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 19 rules in all · 19 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Records and paperwork 5
- Background checks 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Transportation 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Jan 22, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
A classroom serving NC Pre-K children provided outdoor time, either as part of a small group, whole group, or individual activity for less than 45 minutes per day when weather conditions permit.
The state verified the correction on Feb 2, 2026
All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file.
The state verified the correction on Feb 2, 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 Feb 5, 2026
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Feb 5, 2026
Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.
The state verified the correction on Feb 2, 2026
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Feb 5, 2026
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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 2, 2026
Feb 5, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
Corrected during the visit
Feb 28, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024
Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024
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. C.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024
- Jan 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 30, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. C.
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2023
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Dec 15, 2023
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Dec 15, 2023
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. C.
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2023
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
Oct 27, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
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 Feb 14, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Iotla Valley Preschool
Is Iotla Valley Preschool licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Iotla Valley Preschool last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on January 22, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Iotla Valley Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 4 of 5 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 Iotla Valley Preschool care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Iotla Valley Preschool accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Iotla Valley Preschool's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 524-2938 to confirm.
How much does Iotla Valley Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 524-2938 to ask.
What is Iotla Valley Preschool's phone number?
(828) 524-2938.
Where is Iotla Valley Preschool?
1166 Iotla Church Rd, Franklin, NC 28734. The nearest other daycare we list is Macon Program for Progress New Horizons III, 3.6 miles away.