Atlantic Elementary School Pre-K
151 School Drive, Atlantic, NC
Ocracoke Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 18
- a week, county median
- $110
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About
About Ocracoke Pre-K
Ocracoke Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Ocracoke, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 18 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 18 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (252) 928-3251 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 18 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ocracoke Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Hyde County has a median price of $110 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$170
Home daycare$140
Toddler
Center$153
Home daycare$140
Preschool
Center$110
Home daycare$125
School age
Center$85
Home daycare$200
State record
Inspection reports for Ocracoke Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 18 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #48000026
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 15, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Records and paperwork 6
- Safety and hazards 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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 15, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
Corrected during the visit
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
Corrected during the visit
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
Nov 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
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
- May 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 3, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available.
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
Emergency medical care information did not contain information needed for safe medical treatment.
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2024
- May 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Ocracoke Pre-K
Is Ocracoke Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Ocracoke Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 15, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ocracoke Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Ocracoke Pre-K care for?
18, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Ocracoke Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ocracoke Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (252) 928-3251 to confirm.
How much does Ocracoke Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 928-3251 to ask.
What is Ocracoke Pre-K's phone number?
(252) 928-3251.
Where is Ocracoke Pre-K?
120 School House Road, Ocracoke, NC 27960.