Skip to main content
Five Star Center License ✓ Licensed

Cherokee Pre-k

Cherokee, NC · Swain County
1582 BIG COVE RD, Cherokee, NC 28719
Advertisement

Quick Facts

Capacity
60 children
Age Range
3 through 5
Transportation
Yes
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
5

Missing details such as rates or type of care? Suggest an update to help other families.

Contact Information

📞 (828) 554-5102
1582 BIG COVE RD
Cherokee, NC 28719
Get Directions →
Licensed Five Star Center License
Active License
License Number
87000078
License Issued
Jul 18, 2024
Expired
Jul 24, 2020
Issued By
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
District Office
North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services - Division of Child Development

Reviews

Write a Review

Be the first to review this childcare provider. Write a review about Cherokee Pre-k. Let other families know what's great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.

Review Policy: ChildcareCenter.us does not actively screen or monitor user reviews, nor do we verify or edit content. Reviews reflect only the opinion of the writer. We ask that users follow our review guidelines. Providers are welcome to respond to parental reviews, however we ask that they identify themselves as the provider.

About the Provider

Advertisement
CHEROKEE PRE-K is a Five Star Center License in CHEROKEE NC, with a maximum capacity of 60 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 3 through 5. The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Days of Operation Monday–Friday

Inspection/Report History

Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.

Date Type Violations Rule
2026-03-03 Unannounced Inspection No
2026-01-22 Unannounced Inspection Yes
2026-01-22 Violation 125 10A NCAC 09 .0302(d)(4)
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review. Children's time of departure was not being consistently recorded for all children.
2026-01-22 Violation 840 .2820(b)
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. In the classroom space F108 there were several aerosol cans of Lysol being stored in a unlocked cabinet to the left as you enter the classroom. There were several aerosol cans of disinfectant spray and several cans of men's shaving cream stored in an unlocked cabinet above the sink located near the storage closet.
2025-08-08 Announced Inspection No
2025-04-09 Unannounced Inspection No 0325-460L
2025-04-04 Unannounced Inspection Yes 0325-460L
2025-04-04 Violation 303 .1801(a)(1-5)
Children were not adequately supervised at all times. On 3/21/25 children in classroom S 102 took a walk around the courtyard to give the children a brain break and pick some flowers. As they were returning into the building at 11:15am three (3) children were out of sight as teachers entered the building. Based on the information provided one (1) teacher entered the building ahead of the class while the other teacher held the door for children to enter. The three (3) students did not enter the building with their class and were left outside in the courtyard area for about two to three minutes.
2025-02-06 Unannounced Inspection No
2024-05-01 Unannounced Inspection No
2024-02-12 Unannounced Inspection Yes
2024-02-12 Violation 1321 GS110-91(1)
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. After review of six (6) children's files it was noted that five (5) children did not have a completed medical exam or health assessment on file. The children had a medical exam on file completed by the physician however, the top part of the form that documents the child's medical history was not completed.
2023-04-28 Unannounced Inspection Yes
2023-04-28 Violation 812 10A NCAC 09 .0604(c)
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. In space A109 there was a power strip on the floor behind the desk with three (3) uncovered unused outlets. One the large black cart there was a power strip on the bottom with one (1) uncovered unused outlet
2023-03-10 Announced Inspection No

If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

Advertisement

Ask the Community

Connect, seek advice, share knowledge.

Nearby Providers

Child Care Center
Log Cabin Early Education And Preschool
Cherokee, NC · | 1.7 miles away
Child Care Center
Agelink Child Development Center
Cherokee, NC · | 1.7 miles away
Child Care Center
Kaleidoscope Dreams
Cherokee, NC · | 3 miles away
Child Care Center
Little Hands Playskool
Bryson City, NC · | 9.2 miles away
Child Care Center
Lots-a-tots
Bryson City, NC · | 9.5 miles away
Child Care Center
Bright Adventures Pre-kindergarten
Bryson City, NC · | 9.5 miles away
Child Care Center
Grace Christian Academy
Bryson City, NC · | 9.6 miles away
Child Care Center
Little Scouts Christian Childcare
Bryson City, NC · | 10.9 miles away

Looking for Child Care?

Helpful Resources

How to Choose a Child Care Center
Read article →
Questions to Ask During a Tour
Read article →
Licensing Guide
Read article →
Is this your listing? Keep it accurate for families searching nearby.
Suggest an Update
Advertisement