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Tar River Elementary Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $116
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About
About Tar River Elementary Pre-K
Tar River Elementary Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Franklinton, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 36 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (919) 528-2767 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Tar River Elementary Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Granville County has a median price of $116 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$200
Home daycare$149
Toddler
Center$159
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$116
Home daycare$131
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$202
State record
Inspection reports for Tar River Elementary Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #39000229
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- May 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 22, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2025
A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2025
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
Feb 26, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2025
All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2025
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2025
Documentation of staff's education, training, and experience was not on file.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2025
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2025
- Sep 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 6, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
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 Mar 25, 2024
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with existing staff who care for children ages 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy.
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2025
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2024
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on Mar 25, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Tar River Elementary Pre-K
Is Tar River Elementary Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Tar River Elementary Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Tar River Elementary Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 3 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Tar River Elementary Pre-K care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Tar River Elementary Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Tar River Elementary Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (919) 528-2767 to confirm.
How much does Tar River Elementary Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 528-2767 to ask.
What is Tar River Elementary Pre-K's phone number?
(919) 528-2767.
Where is Tar River Elementary Pre-K?
2642 Philo White Road, Franklinton, NC 27565. The nearest other daycare we list is Tar River Elementary Afterschool, 0.4 miles away.