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Manteo Elementary Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 60
- a week, county median
- $177
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About Manteo Elementary Pre-K
Manteo Elementary Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Manteo, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children, serving 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 11 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 60 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (252) 473-2742 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Manteo Elementary Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Dare County has a median price of $177 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$230
Home daycare$192
Toddler
Center$204
Home daycare$162
Preschool
Center$177
Home daycare$163
School age
Center$102
Home daycare$117
State record
Inspection reports for Manteo Elementary Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 60 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #28000234
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 9, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 10 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Safety and hazards 2
- Background checks 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Sep 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 2, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
The EMC plan did not name the person responsible, and at least one alternate, for choosing and carrying out the plan of action to obtain appropriate medical care.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2026
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2026
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2026
- Aug 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 18, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
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 Apr 1, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Mar 28, 2025
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 22, 2024Inspection3 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 May 9, 2024
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024
Nov 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Manteo Elementary Pre-K
Is Manteo Elementary Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Manteo Elementary Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 9, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Manteo Elementary Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 4 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Manteo Elementary Pre-K care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Manteo Elementary Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Manteo Elementary Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (252) 473-2742 to confirm.
How much does Manteo Elementary Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 473-2742 to ask.
What is Manteo Elementary Pre-K's phone number?
(252) 473-2742.
Where is Manteo Elementary Pre-K?
701 North Highway 64/264, Manteo, NC 27954. The nearest other daycare we list is Right at School at Manteo, under 0.1 miles away.