Mattamuskeet Elementary Preschool - Swan Quarter NC Five Star Center License

60 JUNIPER BAY ROAD , Swan Quarter NC 27885
(252) 926-0240

About the Provider

Description: VISION
At Mattamuskeet Elementary School, we have high expectations for all students.
We will teach students using research-based instructional methods and strategies utilizing available data. Innovative practices will be implemented throughout the curriculum in all grade levels to prepare students to become globally competitive as 21st Century citizens.

MISSION
The mission of Mattamuskeet Elementary School is to provide children with an exemplary education in a healthy and safe learning environment. Students will be equipped with the critical skills to reach their full potential in a 21st Century Global society.

Additional Information: Three Star Center License

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 48000025
  • Capacity: 60
  • Age Range: 3 through 6
  • State Rating: 5
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Transportation: Yes
  • Current License Issue Date: 2024-10-30
  • District Office: North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services - Division of Child Development
  • District Office Phone: (919) 662-4499 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Type Violations Rule
2026-05-20 Unannounced Inspection No
2025-11-12 Unannounced Inspection Yes
2025-11-12 Violation 1044 G.S. 110-90.2(b) & .2703(n)&(o)
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance). The qualification letter for Cheri Tate, Teacher expired on 6/22/25.
2025-11-12 Violation 1048 .1102(c)
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
2025-11-12 Violation 1049 .1102(d)
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. . One staff fired on hired on 8/5/24 CPR training expired 2/2025 and a new training was not on file.
2025-07-30 Announced Inspection No
2025-05-13 Unannounced Inspection Yes
2025-05-13 Violation 859 .0605(q)
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. The last playground inspection checklist available for review was dated 1/13/25, February, March, and April had not been completed.
2024-11-21 Unannounced Inspection Yes
2024-11-21 Violation 104 10A NCAC 09 .0304(b)
Center has not passed required sanitation inspection and received an approved or superior rating. The sanitation report on file available for review is dated 10-25-23.
2024-11-21 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. Outlet above countertop near classroom entrance door did not have a protective cover.
2024-11-21 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. Located in bathroom cabinet on the wall was a can of Home 360 country fresh scent disinfectant aerosol spray.
2024-11-21 Violation 1897 .1102(g)
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. Staff member hired on 8-5-24 has not completed the training.
2024-05-07 Unannounced Inspection No
2024-01-04 Unannounced Inspection No

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