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Edu Care Learning Center, Inc.
Elizabeth City, NC
· Pasquotank County
906 OAK STUMP RD,
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Quick Facts
Capacity
63 children
Age range (listing information)
0 through 12
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Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
5
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Licensed Five Star Center License
Active License
License Number
70000308
License Holder
EDU CARE LEARNING CENTER, INC.
License Issued
Jul 15, 2026
Issued By
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
District Office
North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services - Division of Child Development
License Conditions: Other - Bldg 1 Capacity=30; Bldg2 Capacity=33
Reviews
Yolonda Brown
2014-01-21 20:29:33
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have had the greatest experience with edu care. they treated my child like she was one of there on and little Hayley loved going there. she attended the center for 3 years and I recommend edu care learning center to all my friends. I have been an educator for 15year and I love the program they have for the pre-schoolers. My family recommend Educare Learning Center
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About the Provider
EDU CARE LEARNING CENTER, INC. is a Five Star Center License in ELIZABETH CITY NC, with a maximum capacity of 63 children. This child care center's listing gives an age range of 0 through 12; please confirm current ages with the provider. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
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Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Violations | Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-14 | Unannounced Inspection | No | 0826-339L |
| 2026-09-03 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | 0826-339L |
| 2026-09-03 | Violation | 303 | .1801(a)(1-5) |
| Children were not adequately supervised at all times. Two children were injured in a fight over a toy when both staff persons were engaged in other classroom tasks and were not actively supervising the group of children. | |||
| 2026-09-03 | Violation | 852 | .0802 (e) |
| Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. On February 25, 2026, an incident report was completed for one of two children who were injured and reported to have hit and scratched each other but was not completed for the second child. On July 21, 2026, an incident report was completed for one of two children who were injured and reported to have scratched each other in the face and neck but was not completed for the second child. | |||
| 2026-09-03 | Violation | 1911 | .0802(f) |
| An incident report was not completed and mailed to a Division representative within seven days after the incident when medical treatment was required. After an incident on February 25, 2026, where a child was scratched on the face and forehead, you completed an Incident Report but did not update it and send a copy to the child care consultant after the parent informed you that she took the child to the doctor for treatment. | |||
| 2026-07-14 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2026-07-14 | Violation | 847 | 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6-9) |
| Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. A medication permission form for Albuterol was dated for twelve (12) months from May 4, 2026 - May 4, 2027, instead of six (6) months from May 4, 2026 - November 4, 2026. | |||
| 2026-02-05 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2026-02-05 | Violation | 705 | .0601(c) |
| Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards. In Space 1, the green window trim was chipping and peeling. On the deck, ramp, and railing leading to the playground from Building 1, numerous nails were protruding, creating tripping and protrusion hazards. The back right corner of the fence on playground 2 was missing the top rail and fence ties, compromising the integrity of the fence | |||
| 2026-02-05 | Violation | 849 | .0803(12) |
| Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. In Space 4, a 6-month medication permission form for Albuterol was dated 3/21/25 – 9/21/26 and was expired. The inhaler was not returned to the parent, and the medication permission form was not reauthorized. Staff stated that they had not administered the medication. | |||
| 2026-02-05 | Violation | 859 | .0605(q) |
| Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements. Documentation of an outdoor inspection for December 2025 was not available. | |||
| 2026-02-05 | 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). A staff member whose qualify letter expired on September 9, 2025 did not complete a five-year criminal background check until January 7, 2026. A staff member whose qualifying letter expired on November 23, 2025 did not complete a five-year criminal background check until January 31, 2026. | |||
| 2025-07-30 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2025-07-30 | Violation | 824 | GS 110-91(6); .0605((i) |
| Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. The fence near the road, on the playground used by the preschool children, measured 40 inches and not the required 4 feet. | |||
| 2025-07-30 | Violation | 852 | .0802 (e) |
| Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. An incident report, completed on 4/17/25, was missing the age of the child, the facility ID number, the name of the person who completed the form, and the date and time the parent was contacted. A report, completed on 4/5/25, was missing the facility ID number, the name of the person who witnessed the incident, and the date and time the parent was contacted. | |||
| 2025-07-30 | Violation | 856 | 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) |
| The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. In space 4, the paint on the window sill was peeling and in need of repair. The paint around the infant/toddler room door frame was also peeling and is accessible to the children as they transition to the playground. | |||
| 2025-07-30 | Violation | 1823 | .0607(d)(10) |
| The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information. A medical action plan for albuterol/EPI pen was not located in the Ready to Go file for one child enrolled on 3/24/25. | |||
| 2025-02-26 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2025-02-26 | Violation | 856 | 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) |
| The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. There were 2 push cars on the playground used by the children 2 years of age to 5 years of age that had holes in the bottom where the plastic had cracked. The edges of the holes were sharp and could injure a child. There was also peeling paint on the edges of the utility closet beside the outside door used by the school age children to access the playground. | |||
| 2025-02-26 | Violation | 858 | .0604(q) |
| Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In spaces 2 and 3, plastic bags containing art materials were located in the art bins and stored below 5 feet. | |||
| 2025-02-26 | Violation | 862 | 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) |
| The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. Documentation of an annual review of the plan was not on file and available for review. | |||
| 2025-02-26 | Violation | 1325 | .1804(b) |
| Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. One child's file, out of 5 files reviewed, did not include the date of enrollment. | |||
| 2025-02-26 | Violation | 1823 | .0607(d)(10) |
| The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information. The Ready to Go File was missing Emergency Information forms for two (2) of the children currently enrolled. | |||
| 2025-02-26 | Violation | 1825 | .0607(f) |
| 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 signature page documentation of the review did not include a date the review was completed and did not include one (1) volunteer listed on the Staff and Training Worksheet. | |||
| 2024-08-23 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-08-23 | Violation | 811 | .0604(a) |
| Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children. A rototiller was stored in the unlocked shed on the school age playground. | |||
| 2024-03-12 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-03-12 | Violation | 603 | 15A NCAC 18A .2824(a)&(b) |
| All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbant, easily cleanable material. In space 6, there were visible mouse droppings under the vinyl pillow in the quiet area. There was a sawdust type material and spider webs in the lower storage cabinet on the left side of the toilet in the bathroom used by the school age children. The middle drawer of the sink cabinet in the bathroom was broken and did not close. It also had peeling paint on the edge. | |||
| 2024-03-12 | Violation | 893 | 10A NCAC 09 .0606(c) |
| A copy of the safe sleep policy was not given to and/or explained to the parent of each child on or before the first day the infant attended the center. One child, TP, enrolled on 8/15/23, did not have documentation on file stating that the policy had been shared with the parent. A signature page was available in the child’s file and was signed by the parent, however, the Safe Sleep Policy was not marked as having been reviewed. | |||
| 2024-03-12 | Violation | 1033 | .0701(a) |
| On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. One staff member, hired on 8/28/23 had a TB test on file dated 9/14/23. | |||
| 2024-03-12 | Violation | 1314 | .0802(c)(2) |
| Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. One child, AB, enrolled on 10/3/23, did not list their health care professional or choice of hospital. | |||
| 2024-03-12 | Violation | 1321 | GS110-91(1) |
| Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child, DH, enrolled on 8/30/23, had a health assessment on file dated 12/19/23. | |||
| 2023-12-12 | Unannounced Inspection | No | 1223-048L |
| 2023-09-08 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-09-08 | Violation | 807 | 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) |
| A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the playground used by the preschool children, there was a red sand/water table that was cracked and had sharp edges. In space 3, there was a plastic grocery bag located less than 5 feet above the floor on a shelf near the back door. Even through this space was not in use today, there was nothing blocking access from space 2 where children 2 years of age were in care. In space 4, there were open packs of construction paper located on a shelf, less than 5 feet above the floor, that were still in their plastic coverings. In space 2, there was a floor vent covering that was rusted. In space 5, the outdoor side of the metal back door frame was torn approximately 12 inches above the base and sharp edges were within reach of the children using the door for access to the playground. The torn section also made opening the door very difficult which could create a hazard in the event of an emergency. In space 6, the light switch cover on in the bathroom was broken and exposed the wires behind the cover. | |||
| 2023-04-18 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-04-18 | Violation | 852 | .0802 (e) |
| Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file. One child, DOB 10/23/18, did not have a copy of the incident report, completed on 1/25/23, in the child's file. | |||
| 2023-04-18 | Violation | 856 | 10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) |
| The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. The caterpillar tunnel was missing the head portion which left plastic screws protruding approximately 2 inches past the opening used by the children to crawl through. | |||
| 2023-04-18 | Violation | 1325 | .1804(b) |
| Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. One file, out of 6 children’s records reviewed, did not include the date of enrollment. | |||
| 2023-04-18 | Violation | 1823 | .0607(d)(10) |
| The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information. The Ready to Go File did not include a map. The staff emergency information forms for current staff members, were more than a year out of date. Forms for new staff members had not been added. Emergency forms were on file for three people who are no longer employed at the facility. | |||
| 2023-04-18 | Violation | 1898 | .1102(a) |
| Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One staff member, hired on 4/11/22, did not have documentation on file that she had completed a training on Medical Administration or Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma. | |||
| 2023-01-03 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-12-19 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-12-19 | Violation | 1043 | G.S. 110-91( 9) |
| All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. One staff member, hired on 10/18/22, did not have a file available for review. | |||
| 2022-12-19 | 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. One staff member, hired on 4/11/22, did not have documentation on file. | |||
| 2022-12-19 | 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 member, hired on 4/11/22, did not have documentation on file. | |||
| 2022-12-19 | Violation | 1245 | 10A NCAC 09 .2809(a) |
| For each child, there was not at least 30 sq. ft indoors and 75 sq. ft outdoors for one-third of the total number of the total licensed capacity, or at least 35 sq. ft. indoors and 75 sq. ft. outdoors for the total licensed capacity. In space 4, there were 12 children being cared for in a space with a maximum capacity of 11 children per 30 square feet of space. | |||
| 2022-12-19 | Violation | 1756 | 10A NCAC 09 .2818 |
| Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met. In space 4, there were 12 children ages 1 to 2. The enhanced minus 1 staff/child ratio for this group is 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10. In space 5, there were 10 infants in care. The enhanced minus 1 staff/child ratio for this group is 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8. | |||
| 2022-05-13 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-05-13 | Violation | 1825 | .0607(f) |
| 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 plan was not reviewed annually with six (6) staff members. | |||
| 2022-05-13 | Violation | 532 | 10A NCAC 09 .0902(b) |
| All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed. In Building 2, space 2, a child was observed to have a bottle while laying in the crib. | |||
| 2022-05-13 | Violation | 862 | 10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) |
| The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised. The plan was not reviewed annually with one (1) staff member. | |||
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