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Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center
- licensed capacity
- 100
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $165
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About
About Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center
Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center is a licensed child care center in Asheville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 100 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 5 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
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 100 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | 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 | 100 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Buncombe County has a median price of $165 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 Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 100 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1155033
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 22, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 19 rules in all · 19 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Apr 22, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
Corrected during the visit
Mar 18, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Emergency information did not name child's health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2026
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.
Corrected during the visit
The activity plan was not designed to stimulate emotional and social, health and physical, approaches to play and learning, language development and communication, and cognitive development for each group of children in care.
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2026
- Oct 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 2, 2025Inspection5 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 Jul 13, 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 Jul 13, 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 Jul 13, 2025
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
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
- Jun 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 12, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2024
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2024
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 Jul 22, 2024
- Jan 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 3, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2024
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2024
Prohibited styrofoam and foam rubber products were accessible to children under 3 years of age and/or approved foam products were used without proper supervision.
Corrected during the visit
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Jan 11, 2024
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 Jan 11, 2024
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 Jan 8, 2024
The staff/child ratios for children, two years and older, during naptime were not maintained by having at least one person in each room, visually supervising all children and the total number of required staff on the premises within calling distance of each room occupied by children.
The state verified the correction on Jan 8, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center
Is Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 22, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 5 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 19 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 Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center care for?
100, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 254-1021 to ask.
What is Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center's phone number?
(828) 254-1021.
Where is Mt. Carmel Child Enrichment Center?
201 Mount Carmel Road, Asheville, NC 28806. The nearest other daycare we list is Erwin High School Learning Lab, 0.6 miles away.