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Spruce Pine Montessori School

67 Walnut Ave, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
licensed capacity
73
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$138

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About Spruce Pine Montessori School

Spruce Pine Montessori School is a licensed child care center in Spruce Pine, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 73 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

MontessoriSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
73 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity73 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Spruce Pine Montessori School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Mitchell County has a median price of $138 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.
Mitchell County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$149
Home daycare$94

Toddler

Center$138
Home daycare$83

Preschool

Center$102
Home daycare$82

School age

Center$59
Home daycare$58

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Spruce Pine Montessori School

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Three Star Center License
Capacity
73 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#61000022
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 2, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Background checks 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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  1. Mar 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jan 7, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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 Jan 9, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      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

    • Safety and hazards

      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 Jan 9, 2026

  3. May 14, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      The state verified the correction on May 23, 2025

  4. Jan 22, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illness

      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

  5. Jan 25, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024

    • Background checks

      Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024

  6. Oct 11, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.

      The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      All electrical appliances were not used in accordance with the manufacturers instruction. Appliances with heating elements, such as bottle warmers, crock pots, curling irons, irons, coffee pots, and/or their cords were accessible to preschool-age children.

      The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.

      The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      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.

      The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.

      The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      Diaper changing surfaces were not cleaned with a detergent solution and disinfected after each use.

      The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      The state verified the correction on Oct 20, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2023

Copied from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Spruce Pine Montessori School

Is Spruce Pine Montessori School licensed?

Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Spruce Pine Montessori School last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on March 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Spruce Pine Montessori School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 4 of 5 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 Spruce Pine Montessori School care for?

73, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Spruce Pine Montessori School accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Spruce Pine Montessori School's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Spruce Pine Montessori School cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 520-1145 to ask.

What is Spruce Pine Montessori School's phone number?

(828) 520-1145.

Where is Spruce Pine Montessori School?

67 Walnut Ave, Spruce Pine, NC 28777. The nearest other daycare we list is Jack & Jill School Age Program, 0.4 miles away.

Sources: The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).