Hampstead Preschool of the Arts
15965 US Highway 17, Hampstead, NC
4.6· 11 reviews
Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care
- licensed capacity
- 110
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $180
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About
About Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care
Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care is a licensed child care center in Hampstead, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 110 children, serving 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 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 110 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 | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 110 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Pender County has a median price of $180 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$199
Home daycare$157
Toddler
Center$180
Home daycare$125
Preschool
Center$138
Home daycare$118
School age
Center$73
Home daycare$82
State record
Inspection reports for Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 110 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #71000232
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 27, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 8 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 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
- Jun 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 23, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2025
Dec 3, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2024
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2024
Jul 1, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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 Jul 10, 2024
- Dec 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care
Is Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care 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 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 4 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 Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care care for?
110, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 233-8594 to ask.
What is Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care's phone number?
(910) 233-8594.
Where is Rainbow Garden Preschool & Extended Care?
1497 Country Club Road, Hampstead, NC 28443. The nearest other daycare we list is Best Friends Preschool, 0.6 miles away.