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North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 96
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $183
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About
About PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center
PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Wilkesboro, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 96 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 96 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 96 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Wilkes County has a median price of $183 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$126
Toddler
Center$159
Home daycare$131
Preschool
Center$109
Home daycare$109
School age
Center$59
Home daycare$62
State record
Inspection reports for PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 96 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #97000323
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 7, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 6 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Supervision and ratios 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 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 23, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026
The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 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 Apr 30, 2026
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Apr 30, 2026
Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.
Corrected during the visit
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 Apr 30, 2026
- Nov 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 5, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 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 Jun 13, 2025
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 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
- Apr 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center
Is PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 7, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 2 of 6 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 PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center care for?
96, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (336) 818-2000 to ask.
What is PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center's phone number?
(336) 818-2000.
Where is PlayWorks Early Care & Learning Center?
95 Woodland Blvd, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.