Lucy Brock Child Development Lab
663 Howard Street, Boone, NC
Mountain Pathways School
- licensed capacity
- 50
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $150
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About Mountain Pathways School
Mountain Pathways School is a licensed child care center in Boone, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 50 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 50 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 50 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Mountain Pathways School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Watauga County has a median price of $150 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Infant
Center$180
Home daycare$158
Toddler
Center$150
Home daycare$124
Preschool
Center$162
Home daycare$155
School age
Center$125
Home daycare$143
State record
Inspection reports for Mountain Pathways School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 50 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #9555059
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 1, 2026: 10 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 11
- Records and paperwork 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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.
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Apr 1, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on Apr 14, 2026
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 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 Apr 13, 2026
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
Toxic plants were accessible to children.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Apr 13, 2026
- Mar 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 15, 2025Inspection6 rules 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 Nov 6, 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. Staff S.
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2025
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 Oct 29, 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. Staff I.
The state verified the correction on Nov 6, 2025
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 2025
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 2025
Apr 15, 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 28, 2025
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.
Corrected during the visit
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 21, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2024
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2024
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Mountain Pathways School
Is Mountain Pathways School licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Mountain Pathways School last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 1, 2026, with 10 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Mountain Pathways School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 24 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 Mountain Pathways School care for?
50, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Mountain Pathways School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Mountain Pathways School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Mountain Pathways School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 262-5787 to ask.
What is Mountain Pathways School's phone number?
(828) 262-5787.
Where is Mountain Pathways School?
453 Howards Creek Rd, Boone, NC 28607. The nearest other daycare we list is Hardin Park Elementary Pre-K, 1.3 miles away.