West Bertie Head Start
3734 B Governors Rd, Kelford, NC
Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 32
- a week, county median
- $164
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About Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center
Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Kelford, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 32 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 32 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (252) 301-2526 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 32 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Bertie County has a median price of $164 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$164
Home daycare$144
Toddler
Center$138
Home daycare$103
Preschool
Center$152
Home daycare$109
School age
Center$82
Home daycare$63
State record
Inspection reports for Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 32 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #08000099
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 13, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 10 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Background checks 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Other rules 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 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 29, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Jun 5, 2026
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Jun 5, 2026
Food required for any special diet was not provided by parent or center.
The state verified the correction on Jun 5, 2026
- Mar 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 20, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
Corrected during the visit
May 20, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 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.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
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 May 28, 2025
- Feb 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 27, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2025
Dec 11, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Application for enrollment did not include all required information.
The state verified the correction on Dec 13, 2024
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
Corrected during the visit
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
- Jan 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center
Is Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 13, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 5 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center care for?
32, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (252) 301-2526 to confirm.
How much does Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 301-2526 to ask.
What is Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center's phone number?
(252) 301-2526.
Where is Jolly Jacks Early Learning Center?
643C Moore Road, Kelford, NC 27847. The nearest other daycare we list is West Bertie Head Start, 2 miles away.