Smilin' Faces Child Care
14178 Hwy 55 East, Bayboro, NC
4.0· 4 reviews
Pamlico County Primary Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 72
- a week, county median
- $86
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About
About Pamlico County Primary Preschool
Pamlico County Primary Preschool is a licensed child care center in Bayboro, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 72 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 6 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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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
- 72 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (252) 745-3404 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 72 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Pamlico County Primary Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Pamlico County has a median price of $86 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$183
Home daycare$135
Toddler
Center$141
Home daycare$114
Preschool
Center$86
Home daycare$114
School age
Center$47
Home daycare$62
State record
Inspection reports for Pamlico County Primary Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 72 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #69000083
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 1, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 9 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Safety and hazards 5
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Background checks 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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Oct 1, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
- Aug 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 22, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. C.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2026
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. C.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 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.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 22, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. C.
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. C.
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 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.
Corrected during the visit
May 14, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2025
- Nov 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 8, 2024Inspection2 rules 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 May 20, 2024
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2024
Dec 8, 2023Inspection2 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 Dec 21, 2023
Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating.
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2023
Dec 8, 2023Inspection2 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 Dec 21, 2023
Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating.
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Pamlico County Primary Preschool
Is Pamlico County Primary Preschool licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Pamlico County Primary Preschool last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on October 1, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Pamlico County Primary Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 7 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Pamlico County Primary Preschool care for?
72, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Pamlico County Primary Preschool accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Pamlico County Primary Preschool's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (252) 745-3404 to confirm.
How much does Pamlico County Primary Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 745-3404 to ask.
What is Pamlico County Primary Preschool's phone number?
(252) 745-3404.
Where is Pamlico County Primary Preschool?
323 Neal's Creek Road, Bayboro, NC 28515. The nearest other daycare we list is Smilin' Faces Child Care, 0.4 miles away.