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301 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC
Irene Wortham Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 115
- a week, county median
- $191
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About Irene Wortham Early Learning Center
Irene Wortham Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Asheville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 115 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 115 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 274-6066 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 115 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Irene Wortham Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Buncombe County has a median price of $191 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 Irene Wortham Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 115 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #1150844
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 2, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 17 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Background checks 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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- Oct 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 8, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2026
Jun 10, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
May 6, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
An incident report was not completed and mailed to a Division representative within seven days after the incident when medical treatment was required.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2026
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 May 6, 2026
Apr 22, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children did not participate daily in activities outlined in a plan of care (IFSP, IEP, PCP) or for typically developing children, an activity plan developed by the center.
The state verified the correction on May 4, 2026
Apr 7, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
When medication was administered in error, the child care center did not either call 911 in accordance with CPR or First Aid training recommendations, notify the center director, contact the child's parent, observe the child, or include all the information when documenting the error in writing.
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2026
A drug or medicine was administered in a manner not authorized by the child's parent, physician or other authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2026
- Jan 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2026
Nov 20, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 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 Dec 3, 2025
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2025
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Dec 3, 2025
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 Dec 3, 2025
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 3, 2025
Surfacing did not extend six (6) feet beyond the external limits of the equipment or 3 feet for equipment used only by children less than 2 years of age.
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 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 Dec 3, 2025
Show 8 earlier visits
Oct 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Discipline was related to food, rest or toileting.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2025
Dec 3, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
Corrected during the visit
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2024
The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center.
The state verified the correction on Dec 9, 2024
- Apr 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 23, 2023Inspection3 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 Nov 3, 2023
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 3, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Irene Wortham Early Learning Center
Is Irene Wortham Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Irene Wortham Early Learning Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on October 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Irene Wortham Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 10 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Irene Wortham Early Learning Center care for?
115, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Irene Wortham Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Irene Wortham Early Learning Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 274-6066 to confirm.
How much does Irene Wortham Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 274-6066 to ask.
What is Irene Wortham Early Learning Center's phone number?
(828) 274-6066.
Where is Irene Wortham Early Learning Center?
916 West Chapel Road, Asheville, NC 28803. The nearest other daycare we list is Busy Little Bees Asheville, 1 miles away.