CULLOWHEE VALLEY ELEMENTARY
CULLOWHEE, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address240 WISDOM DR CULLOWHEE, NC 28723 (828) 293-5667
CountyJackson
Phone(828) 293-5667
Operating details
Capacity150
SubsidiesY
License dateJune 21, 2019
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/27/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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240 WISDOM DR CULLOWHEE, NC 28723 (828) 293-5667, CULLOWHEE, NC 28723
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: 4/27/2026
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2026
- Medium risk4/27/2026
GS 110-91(12) — Violation #428
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. There was not a current activity plan post or available for review. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 104/27/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0802(a) — Violation #832
There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan. An EMC plan was not posted. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk4/27/2026
.1102(g) — Violation #1897
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. After review of staff files it was noted that four (4) staff members did not have a training certificate indicating completion of the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One staff member was hired on 08/18/2025, two staff members were hired on 08/25/2025 and one staff member was hired on 09/18/2025. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk4/27/2026
.2510(j) — Violation #1921
Staff working in part-time, full-day or track out school age care programs required to complete BSAC training, did not complete it within three months of employment. After review of five (5) staff files it was noted that two (2) staff files did not have a training certifcate on file indicating that they had completed the required BSAC training. Both staff members have been hired for three months; one staff member's hire date was noted 09/18/2025 and the other staff member's hire date was noted 08/18/2025. Additionally, there were two members that did not complete the required training within three months. One staff member was hired on 08/25/2025 and their BSAC training certificate was dated 12/03/2025. The other staff member was hired on 08/11/2025 and their BSAC training certificate was dated 12/18/2025. 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)
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Estimated monthly cost
$763/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: CULLOWHEE, Jackson County
- Capacity: 150
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 7
What parents actually pay
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