Sandhills Children's Center #1
1280 Central Drive, Southern Pines, NC
5.0· 5 reviews
McDeed's Creek Elementary
- licensed capacity
- 85
- a week, county median
- $189
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About McDeed's Creek Elementary
McDeed's Creek Elementary is a licensed child care center in Southern Pines, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 85 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 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
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 85 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (910) 722-4248 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 85 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
McDeed's Creek Elementary has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Moore County has a median price of $189 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$189
Home daycare$184
Toddler
Center$154
Home daycare$141
Preschool
Center$129
Home daycare$140
School age
Center$130
Home daycare$163
State record
Inspection reports for McDeed's Creek Elementary
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- One Star Center License
- Capacity
- 85 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #63000512
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 13, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2026
Jul 31, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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 Aug 27, 2025
Jan 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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 Jan 27, 2025
Jul 25, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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 Aug 6, 2024
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 Aug 6, 2024
Jan 24, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Feb 16, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about McDeed's Creek Elementary
Is McDeed's Creek Elementary licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was McDeed's Creek Elementary last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has McDeed's Creek Elementary had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 5 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 McDeed's Creek Elementary care for?
85, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does McDeed's Creek Elementary accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are McDeed's Creek Elementary's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (910) 722-4248 to confirm.
How much does McDeed's Creek Elementary cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 722-4248 to ask.
What is McDeed's Creek Elementary's phone number?
(910) 722-4248.
Where is McDeed's Creek Elementary?
2953 Camp Easter Rd, Southern Pines, NC 28387. The nearest other daycare we list is Caterpillar Learning Academy, 0.5 miles away.