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Mills River, NC 28759 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Pisgah Cradle
- licensed capacity
- 8
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $178
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About
About Pisgah Cradle
Pisgah Cradle is a licensed home daycare in Mills River, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 8 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-age
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 8 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 8 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Pisgah Cradle has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Henderson County has a median price of $178 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$195
Home daycare$178
Toddler
Center$149
Home daycare$157
Preschool
Center$129
Home daycare$141
School age
Center$130
Home daycare$210
State record
Inspection reports for Pisgah Cradle
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Family CC Home License
- Capacity
- 8 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #45000357
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 7 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 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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See all 7 visits
- Sep 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 6, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Bacteriological analysis indicating the water is free of bacteria had not been performed on a sample of water from each well used for the children's water supply every two years. Results were not kept on file in the home.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
Jun 19, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Breast milk, formula, and other bottled beverages sent from home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled with individual child's names.
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2024
Equipment and toys were not in good repair and developmentally appropriate.
The state verified the correction on Jul 8, 2024
Nov 7, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
Written record of up-to-date pet vaccinations as required by NC law and local ordinances, including rabies vaccination for dogs and cats, was not available.
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2023
Operator did not successfully complete a CPR course as referenced in Rule.1702(b)(2) CPR training was not renewed on or before the expiration of the certification.
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2023
Operator did not successfully complete a first aid course as referenced in Rule.1702(b)(2) First aid training was not renewed on or before the expiration of the certification.
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Pisgah Cradle
Is Pisgah Cradle licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Pisgah Cradle last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Pisgah Cradle had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 3 of 7 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 Pisgah Cradle care for?
8, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Pisgah Cradle accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Pisgah Cradle's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Pisgah Cradle cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 490-3538 to ask.
What is Pisgah Cradle's phone number?
(828) 490-3538.
Where is Pisgah Cradle?
Mills River, NC 28759. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.