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Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 18
- a week, county median
- $126
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About
About Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K
Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Pollocksville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 18 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 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
- 18 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (252) 224-8071 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 18 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Jones County has a median price of $126 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$131
Home daycare$114
Toddler
Center$131
Home daycare$123
Preschool
Center$126
Home daycare$118
School age
Center$68
Home daycare$69
State record
Inspection reports for Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 18 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #52000026
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Background checks 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 9, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 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 Mar 16, 2026
Sep 17, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file.
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children.
Corrected during the visit
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
Feb 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2025
- Nov 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 25, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2024
Children's records were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A criminal Background Check for one (1) staff member was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Oct 7, 2024
Apr 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
The operator did not maintain the manufacturer's instructions on file electronically or in paper format for any outdoor play structures purchased or installed on or after September 1, 2017.
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K
Is Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 5 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K care for?
18, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (252) 224-8071 to confirm.
How much does Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 224-8071 to ask.
What is Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K's phone number?
(252) 224-8071.
Where is Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K?
300 Trent Street, Pollocksville, NC 28573. The nearest other daycare we list is Maysville Elementary Pre-K, 7 miles away.