Childcare Network #77

NEW BERN, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

2.6based on state inspection data
Capacity140
Est. price$675/mo

Contact information

Address301 Ninth Street NEW BERN, NC 28560 (252) 672-0521

CityNEW BERN, NC 28560

CountyCraven

Phone(252) 672-0521

Operating details

Capacity140

License dateJuly 29, 2024

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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301 Ninth Street NEW BERN, NC 28560 (252) 672-0521, NEW BERN, NC 28560

Questions to ask on a tour

Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.

  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/30/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk4/30/2026

    .0901(g) — Violation #508

    Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas. The posted food allergy list was not updated to reflect that a child enrolled has a food allergy to peanuts. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 104/30/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) — Violation #807

    A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. On the preschool outdoor space, there were broken wooden boards, a ripped seat cushion with exposed foam, and a loose cement square causing a tripping hazard. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk4/30/2026

    .0803(2)(a) — Violation #844

    Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. A child enrolled space #2 had a tube of Triamcinolone Acetonide Ointment USP 0.1% on file in the original container without the pharmacy label. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 104/30/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6 — Violation #847

    Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. The written permission for the Triamcinolone Acetonide Ointment USP 0.1% was documented on a form for over-the-counter topical ointments. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk4/30/2026

    .1102(c) — Violation #1048

    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. A staff member hired on 10/21/25 had certification of First Aid dated 2/20/26. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High risk4/30/2026

    .1102(d) — Violation #1049

    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. A staff member hired on 10/21/25 had certification of CPR dated 2/20/26. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  7. High riskStandard 104/30/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) — Violation #1123

    All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. The tire tread of the front two (2) tires on bus #4 was less than 2/32 of an inch. Seats on bus #2, bus #3, and bus #4 were observed to have tears and exposed foam. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High risk4/30/2026

    .0901(i) — Violation #1792

    Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. In space #1, a can of Diet Pepsi was located on a shelf and in the outdoor space a can of Bloom Crisp Apple energy drink was located on a table. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  9. Medium riskStandard 154/30/2026

    15A NCAC 18A .2820(g). — Violation #9995

    A violation was found for which there is no item number. A staff member's purse was located on shelf in space #3 above children's cubbies that was below five (5) feet from the floor. This is a violation of a requirement in 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.

9Total Violations
9Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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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: NEW BERN, Craven County
  • Capacity: 140
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 2

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