IOTLA VALLEY PRESCHOOL
FRANKLIN, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1166 IOTLA CHURCH RD FRANKLIN, NC 28734 (828) 524-2938
CountyMacon
Phone(828) 524-2938
Operating details
Capacity36
License dateSeptember 13, 2018
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/22/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High1
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1166 IOTLA CHURCH RD FRANKLIN, NC 28734 (828) 524-2938, FRANKLIN, NC 28734
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
- Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/22/2026
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- Medium-High1
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2026
- Medium-High risk1/22/2026
.2820(b) — Violation #840
All corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, any product which is under pressure in an aerosol dispenser, and any substance which may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not stored in a locked room or cabinet. In space 2 Lysol was stored in an unlocked cabinet. a can of Lysol disinfecting spray was maintained in an unlocked cabinet above the handwashing sink. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk1/22/2026
G.S. 110-90.2(b) — Violation #1041
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. One (1) driver, who counts in staff/child ratios did not complete criminal background check. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk1/22/2026
.1003(i)(j) — Violation #1125
Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk1/22/2026
G.S. 110-90.2(b) — Violation #1757
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A valid qualification letter for two (2) bus drivers were not on their files. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk1/22/2026
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. The ABCMS roster was monitored prior to today's visit and no staff members were listed on the roster. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk1/22/2026
.0607(f) — Violation #1825
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. All staff reviewed during today's visit did not have a documentation that the EPR was reviewed this program year. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk1/22/2026
Violation #1929
A classroom serving NC Pre-K children provided outdoor time, either as part of a small group, whole group, or individual activity for less than 45 minutes per day when weather conditions permit. In both classrooms, designated outside time were listed as 11:30 am - 12:00 pm and 2:50 pm - 3:30 pm. However, the dismissal of children starts at 2:45 pm. Therefore, it was determined that forty-five (45) minutes of outside time was not offered to most or all of the children consistently. .3002(c ) 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
$847/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: FRANKLIN, Macon County
- Capacity: 36
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 8
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