DONALD S COLLINS EARLY LEARNING CENTER
BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address120 WEST STREET BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711 (828) 669-6617
CountyBuncombe
Phone(828) 669-6617
Operating details
Capacity184
SubsidiesY
License dateFebruary 25, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/26/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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120 WEST STREET BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711 (828) 669-6617, BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/26/2026
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2026
- Medium riskStandard 105/26/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) — Violation #812
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. Space 4, one (1) electrical outlet uncovered beside a table in classroom. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk5/26/2026
.0803(12) — Violation #849
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. Space 12, one (1) sunscreen that expired 5/1/2026 and the permission to administer medication from expired 5/1/2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$675/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in North Carolina run about $1,006/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in North Carolina by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: BLACK MOUNTAIN, Buncombe County
- Capacity: 184
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 2
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