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Chadbourn, NC 28431 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy
- licensed capacity
- 50
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $139
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About
About Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy
Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy is a licensed child care center in Cerro Gordo, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 50 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 5 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
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 50 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 | 50 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Columbus County has a median price of $139 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$139
Home daycare$112
Toddler
Center$135
Home daycare$95
Preschool
Center$116
Home daycare$91
School age
Center$89
Home daycare$134
State record
Inspection reports for Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 50 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #24000163
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 4, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 10 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Safety and hazards 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 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 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Caregiver did not respond at the earliest opportunity to an infant or toddler’s physical and emotional needs.
The state verified the correction on Aug 7, 2026
- Jun 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 18, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
All openings to the outer air were not protected against the entrance of flying pest.
Corrected during the visit
Jul 28, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
Corrected during the visit
All openings to the outer air were not protected against the entrance of flying pest.
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 14, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
Corrected during the visit
Toys and other mouth-contact surfaces were not cleaned and sanitized daily when used or cleaned more frequently if visibly dirty.
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2024
The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed.
Corrected during the visit
Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2024
When three year old children and older were in care, the materials and equipment in the activity area was not in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities.
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2024
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not posted in a prominent place in the center.
Corrected during the visit
- May 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 19, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2024
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2024
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2024
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Mar 26, 2024
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 Mar 25, 2024
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2024
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy
Is Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 4, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 5 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy care for?
50, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 212-8640 to ask.
What is Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy's phone number?
(910) 212-8640.
Where is Precious Minds Learn N Play Academy?
123 Haynes Lennon Highway, Cerro Gordo, NC 28430. The nearest other daycare we list is West Columbus School, 3.2 miles away.