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Hickory, NC 28601 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Webb Murray Pre-K
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $109
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About
About Webb Murray Pre-K
Webb Murray Pre-K is a licensed child care center in Hickory, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 36 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 256-2196 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Webb Murray Pre-K has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Catawba County has a median price of $109 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$183
Home daycare$172
Toddler
Center$142
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$109
Home daycare$133
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$210
State record
Inspection reports for Webb Murray Pre-K
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #18000490
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 8 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected
- Records and paperwork 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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- Sep 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 8, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2024
Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2024
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
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2024
- Aug 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 10, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on May 11, 2024
- Nov 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Webb Murray Pre-K
Is Webb Murray Pre-K licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Webb Murray Pre-K last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Webb Murray Pre-K had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Webb Murray Pre-K care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Webb Murray Pre-K accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Webb Murray Pre-K's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 256-2196 to confirm.
How much does Webb Murray Pre-K cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 256-2196 to ask.
What is Webb Murray Pre-K's phone number?
(828) 256-2196.
Where is Webb Murray Pre-K?
3901 Section House Road, Hickory, NC 28601.