Whitnel Pre-k / Even Start - Lenoir NC Five Star Center License

116 HIBRITEN DRIVE SW , LENOIR NC 28645
(828) 728-6423

About the Provider

Description: Whitnel Elementary School is committed to providing a well-rounded education within a safe and nurturing environment that promotes a passion for life-long learning and prepares students for success in the 21st century.

Additional Information: Five Star Center License

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 14000328
  • Capacity: 46
  • Age Range: 2 through 6
  • State Rating: 5
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • 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
2023-05-24 Unannounced Inspection No
2023-03-28 Unannounced Inspection No
2023-02-07 Announced Inspection No
2022-09-19 Unannounced Inspection No
2021-09-28 Unannounced Inspection Yes
2021-09-28 Violation 841 15A NCAC 18A .2820(d)
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. In space #2, one (1) box of "Equate Antacid and Pain Relief" was stored in an unlocked upper cabinet to the left of the sink.
2020-10-08 Unannounced Inspection Yes
2020-10-08 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 space #2, one (1) container of hand sanitizer was stored on the desk used by teachers. An aerosol dispensing air freshener was mounted on the wall above the 'Smart Board.'
2020-10-08 Violation 601 15A NCAC 18A .2806(f)(h)(2)
Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. In space #1, a thermometer was not available to verify the temperature of the refrigerator.
2020-10-08 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 #2, two (2) electrical outlets in a power strip located in science center were not covered with a safety plug.
2019-10-22 Unannounced Inspection No

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