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Polk Central School Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 72
- a week, county median
- $85
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About
About Polk Central School Pre-K
Polk Central School Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Mill Spring, 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 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 5 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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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 72 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 894-8233 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
Polk Central School Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Polk County has a median price of $85 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Infant
Center$181
Home daycare$158
Toddler
Center$173
Home daycare$148
Preschool
Center$85
Home daycare$131
School age
Center$46
Home daycare$103
State record
Inspection reports for Polk Central School Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 72 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #75000051
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 27, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 19 rules in all · 19 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Background checks 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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.
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- Aug 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 21, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 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 Aug 27, 2026
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
Corrected during the visit
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2026
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 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).
Corrected during the visit
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 Aug 27, 2026
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2026
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
The center did not comply with the permit restrictions.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2026
Feb 19, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Feb 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
Sep 11, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Sep 24, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Sep 24, 2025
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.
Corrected during the visit
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2025
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 24, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 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.
Corrected during the visit
Apr 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 17, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2023
Certified developmental day center staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2023
On-going training received was not within the 9 topic areas listed in GS 110-91(11) and/or the health and safety training topic areas in rule .1102.
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2023
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Polk Central School Pre-K
Is Polk Central School Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Polk Central School Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 27, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Polk Central School Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 5 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 19 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 Polk Central School Pre-K care for?
72, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Polk Central School Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Polk Central School Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 894-8233 to confirm.
How much does Polk Central School Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 894-8233 to ask.
What is Polk Central School Pre-K's phone number?
(828) 894-8233.
Where is Polk Central School Pre-K?
2141 S Hwy 9, Mill Spring, NC 28756.