Hawthorn Montessori School
CANDLER, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address89 Old Candler Town Road CANDLER, NC 28715 (904) 476-3691
CountyBuncombe
Phone(904) 476-3691
Operating details
Capacity30
SubsidiesY
License dateJanuary 31, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/19/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High1
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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Exact coordinates aren't available, but you can view this location at:
89 Old Candler Town Road CANDLER, NC 28715 (904) 476-3691, CANDLER, NC 28715
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
- Ask about the lead teacher's Montessori training and how closely the classroom follows the method
- 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: 5/19/2026
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2026
- Medium-High risk5/19/2026
.0701(a) — Violation #1034
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. Two (2) staff members' health questionnaire were not updated annually - one (1) HQ expired on 7/15/25, and the other one on 8/11/25. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk5/19/2026
G.S. 110-91( — Violation #1043
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. Staff file documents for one (1) substitute staff member who was present during today's visit, were not available for review. Staff and Training Worksheet for the same staff member was not available, either. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk5/19/2026
G.S. 110-90.2 — Violation #1805
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. Employment of one (1) substitute staff member was not reported to the Division - the staff member was not listed on the ABCMS roster. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk5/19/2026
.1103(b) — Violation #1899
Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. One (1) staff member did not complete "Medication in Child Care" training as a part of fifth year renewal of Health and Safety training. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(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
$750/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: CANDLER, Buncombe County
- Capacity: 30
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 2
What parents actually pay
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