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Pathways Elementary Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $199
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About Pathways Elementary Pre-K
Pathways Elementary Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Hillsborough, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 36 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 5 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
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (919) 732-9136 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Pathways Elementary Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Orange County has a median price of $199 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$355
Home daycare$271
Toddler
Center$292
Home daycare$226
Preschool
Center$199
Home daycare$223
School age
Center$105
Home daycare$112
State record
Inspection reports for Pathways Elementary Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #68000374
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 21, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 14 rules in all · 14 corrected
- Safety and hazards 5
- Records and paperwork 5
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Background checks 1
- Transportation 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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May 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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 26, 2026
Feb 10, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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 23, 2026
Sep 9, 2025Inspection8 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 Oct 14, 2025
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. K.
The state verified the correction on Oct 6, 2025
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. E.
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2025
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2025
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 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.
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2025
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2025
Apr 16, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2025
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 6, 2025
Sep 17, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction.
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2024
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 Oct 1, 2024
- May 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 16, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 10, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics.
The state verified the correction on Oct 19, 2023
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Oct 19, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Pathways Elementary Pre-K
Is Pathways Elementary Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Pathways Elementary Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 21, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Pathways Elementary Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 5 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 Pathways Elementary Pre-K care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Pathways Elementary Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Pathways Elementary Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (919) 732-9136 to confirm.
How much does Pathways Elementary Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 732-9136 to ask.
What is Pathways Elementary Pre-K's phone number?
(919) 732-9136.
Where is Pathways Elementary Pre-K?
431 Strouds Creek, Hillsborough, NC 27278. The nearest other daycare we list is Pathways Elementary YMCA After School, under 0.1 miles away.