Eagle's Nest ELC & Preschool Murphy
1228 Andrews Rd, Murphy, NC
4.3· 7 reviews
Murphy Elementary School Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $93
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim it
About
About Murphy Elementary School Pre-K
Murphy Elementary School Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Murphy, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 36 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12 yr
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio, teacher qualifications and hours.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 837-2424 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Murphy Elementary School Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Cherokee County has a median price of $93 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$209
Home daycare$135
Toddler
Center$137
Home daycare$114
Preschool
Center$93
Home daycare$114
School age
Center$50
Home daycare$62
State record
Inspection reports for Murphy Elementary School Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #20000057
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 26, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 8
- Records and paperwork 3
- Background checks 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Health, medication and illness 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
See all 5 visits
May 26, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
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 Jun 8, 2026
Sep 3, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
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.
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2025
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 Sep 17, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2025
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2025
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 Sep 12, 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.
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 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 Sep 18, 2025
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 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.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2025
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2025
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 Sep 17, 2025
- May 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 5, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2024
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). B.
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2024
Children were allowed to play on outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch.
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2024
- Mar 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Reviews
Parent reviews
No parent reviews yet
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
Daycares near Murphy Elementary School Pre-K
Towns County Child Development
1112 Jack Dayton Circle, Young Harris, GA
Bonnie R. Reynard
Blairsville, GA 30512 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Martins Creek Elementary After School
1459 Tobe Stalcup Road, Murphy, NC
Martins Creek School Pre-K
1459 Tobe Stalcup Road, Murphy, NC
Murphy After School
315 Valley River Avenue, Murphy, NC
Murphy Adventist Christian School
1584 Old Ranger Road, Murphy, NC
Ranger Elementary School Pre-K
101 Hardy Truett Road, Murphy, NC
Murphy Head Start
161 Thomas Street, Murphy, NC
4.8· 5 reviews
FAQ
Questions about Murphy Elementary School Pre-K
Is Murphy Elementary School Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Murphy Elementary School Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 26, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Murphy Elementary School Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Murphy Elementary School Pre-K care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Murphy Elementary School Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Murphy Elementary School Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 837-2424 to confirm.
How much does Murphy Elementary School Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 837-2424 to ask.
What is Murphy Elementary School Pre-K's phone number?
(828) 837-2424.
Where is Murphy Elementary School Pre-K?
315 Valley River Ave, Murphy, NC 28906.