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Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center
- licensed capacity
- 210
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $223
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About
About Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center
Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center is a licensed child care center in Wilmington, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 210 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 210 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 210 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in New Hanover County has a median price of $223 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$223
Home daycare$184
Toddler
Center$173
Home daycare$157
Preschool
Center$134
Home daycare$157
School age
Center$135
Home daycare$194
State record
Inspection reports for Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 210 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #65001035
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 13, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 12 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 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 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 3, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 21, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
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 Oct 27, 2025
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 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 Oct 27, 2025
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 Oct 27, 2025
- Aug 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 21, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed.
The state verified the correction on Apr 29, 2025
Nov 19, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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 Nov 26, 2024
Sep 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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
Show 2 earlier visits
- Jul 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 7, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Prescribed medication was not administered according to the prescription, using the amount and frequency of dosage specified on the label.
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2024
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on May 8, 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 May 8, 2024
Child-sized equipment and furnishings, or those adapted for safe and effective use by children, were not provided.
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center
Is Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 13, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 6 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center care for?
210, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 409-6350 to ask.
What is Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center's phone number?
(910) 409-6350.
Where is Primrose School of Wilmington at Medical Center?
1401 South 16th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401. The nearest other daycare we list is Spark Academy, 0.3 miles away.