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525 Hopewell Road, Morganton, NC
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North Liberty School
- licensed capacity
- 133
- a week, county median
- $112
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About North Liberty School
North Liberty School is a licensed child care center in Morganton, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 133 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 133 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 437-9656 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 133 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
North Liberty School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Burke County has a median price of $112 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$181
Home daycare$156
Toddler
Center$127
Home daycare$119
Preschool
Center$112
Home daycare$120
School age
Center$64
Home daycare$117
State record
Inspection reports for North Liberty School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 133 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #12000403
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 10, 2026: 8 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 14 rules in all · 14 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Records and paperwork 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Background checks 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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 10, 2026Inspection8 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 Feb 16, 2026
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 Feb 16, 2026
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2026
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2026
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Feb 16, 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 Feb 16, 2026
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 Feb 10, 2026
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Feb 16, 2026
Sep 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2025
- May 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 4, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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 Mar 14, 2025
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 Mar 14, 2025
- May 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 14, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2024
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 26, 2024
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about North Liberty School
Is North Liberty School licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was North Liberty School last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on February 10, 2026, with 8 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has North Liberty School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 14 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 Liberty School care for?
133, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does North Liberty School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are North Liberty School's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 437-9656 to confirm.
How much does North Liberty School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 437-9656 to ask.
What is North Liberty School's phone number?
(828) 437-9656.
Where is North Liberty School?
523 Enola Road, Morganton, NC 28655. The nearest other daycare we list is Mull Elementary Pre-K, 0.8 miles away.