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3819 Cat Square Rd, Vale, NC
North Brook Elementary Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 58
- a week, county median
- $140
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About
About North Brook Elementary Pre-K
North Brook Elementary Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Vale, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 58 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 58 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (704) 276-2479 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 58 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
North Brook Elementary Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Lincoln County has a median price of $140 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$197
Home daycare$192
Toddler
Center$171
Home daycare$140
Preschool
Center$140
Home daycare$149
School age
Center$80
Home daycare$105
State record
Inspection reports for North Brook Elementary Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 58 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #55000091
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 24, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- 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.
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Feb 24, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2026
- Jan 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 14, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access.
Corrected during the visit
Mar 6, 2025Inspection1 rule 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 Mar 18, 2025
Mar 20, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Application for enrollment did not include all required information.
The state verified the correction on Mar 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.
Corrected during the visit
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 5, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2023
Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about North Brook Elementary Pre-K
Is North Brook Elementary Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was North Brook Elementary Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on February 24, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has North Brook Elementary Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 4 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 North Brook Elementary Pre-K care for?
58, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does North Brook Elementary Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are North Brook Elementary Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (704) 276-2479 to confirm.
How much does North Brook Elementary Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 276-2479 to ask.
What is North Brook Elementary Pre-K's phone number?
(704) 276-2479.
Where is North Brook Elementary Pre-K?
642 Highway 274, Vale, NC 28168. The nearest other daycare we list is Union Elementary YMCA Childcare, 5.1 miles away.