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Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $134
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About
About Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool
Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool is a licensed child care center in Marion, 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 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 4 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
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 724-4422 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in McDowell County has a median price of $134 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$164
Home daycare$150
Toddler
Center$141
Home daycare$135
Preschool
Center$134
Home daycare$130
School age
Center$99
Home daycare$72
State record
Inspection reports for Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #59000109
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 13, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected
- Background checks 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Health, medication and illness 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 13, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
Food brought from home, did not meet the nutritional requirements and necessary supplements were not provided by center.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
Nov 24, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
All electrical appliances were not used in accordance with the manufacturers instruction. Appliances with heating elements, such as bottle warmers, crock pots, curling irons, irons, coffee pots, and/or their cords were accessible to preschool-age children.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
Apr 15, 2025Inspection2 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 Apr 21, 2025
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2025
- Dec 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 5, 2024Inspection2 rules 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.
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 Jan 16, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool
Is Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 13, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 4 of 5 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 Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 724-4422 to confirm.
How much does Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 724-4422 to ask.
What is Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool's phone number?
(828) 724-4422.
Where is Pleasant Gardens Elementary Preschool?
100 John Roach Drive, Marion, NC 28752. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA Pleasant Gardens Afterschool, under 0.1 miles away.