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Washington, NC 27889 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Start Right Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 110
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $185
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About
About Start Right Learning Center
Start Right Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Washington, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 110 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 6 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 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 110 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 110 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Start Right Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Beaufort County has a median price of $185 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$185
Home daycare$167
Toddler
Center$160
Home daycare$135
Preschool
Center$135
Home daycare$138
School age
Center$78
Home daycare$83
State record
Inspection reports for Start Right Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 110 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #07000235
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 4, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 11 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Food and nutrition 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Supervision and ratios 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, 2026Inspection3 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 Aug 6, 2026
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
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 10, 2026Inspection1 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 Feb 10, 2026
Aug 21, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 16, 2024Inspection3 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
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2024
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 Sep 17, 2024
Sep 16, 2024Inspection3 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
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2024
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 Sep 17, 2024
- Apr 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2024
Show 3 earlier visits
Apr 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2024
- Oct 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 11, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Start Right Learning Center
Is Start Right Learning Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Start Right Learning Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 4, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Start Right Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 7 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Start Right Learning Center care for?
110, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Start Right Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Start Right Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Start Right Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 940-0077 to ask.
What is Start Right Learning Center's phone number?
(252) 940-0077.
Where is Start Right Learning Center?
940 Hudnell Street, Washington, NC 27889. The nearest other daycare we list is Washington Elementary Preschool, under 0.1 miles away.