MARSHALL EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER
MARSHALL, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address222 CAROLINA LANE MARSHALL, NC 28753 (828) 649-1507
CountyMadison
Phone(828) 649-1507
Operating details
Capacity83
SubsidiesY
License dateJuly 12, 2022
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/9/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High3
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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222 CAROLINA LANE MARSHALL, NC 28753 (828) 649-1507, MARSHALL, NC 28753
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
- 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
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/9/2026
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2026
- Medium riskStandard 104/9/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) — Violation #525
Menus for all meals and snacks were not planned at least 1 week ahead and dated. The menu was not posted for 4/7/26, 4/8/26 or 4/9/26 Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 154/9/2026
15A NCAC 18A .2821(a) — Violation #615
Beds, cots and mats were not in good repair, properly handled, stored, or clean and sanitized between users. Cots were stored in the bathroom in classroom space 6. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/9/2026
.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. One (1) container of aerosol sunscreen was found on top of a cabinet, not locked up. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk4/9/2026
.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. The Medication Administration Permission form for one (1) diaper cream in classroom space 4 expired on 3/10/26. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/9/2026
.0604(q) — Violation #858
Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In classroom space 6, a container of wipes featuring a suffocation hazard was located on the diaper changing table. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk4/9/2026
G.S. 110-90.2(b) — Violation #1041
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Staff K. Sprouse, hire date 11/12/25 had a Criminal Background Check qualification letter dated 2/27/26, expiring 2/27/31. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 104/9/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) — Violation #1232
Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One (1) substitute, rehire date 2/3/25, did not have a current annual staff evaluation or staff development plan on file. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk4/9/2026
G.S. 110-90.2(b) — Violation #1757
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Staff K. Sprouse, hire date 11/12/25 had a Criminal Background Check qualification letter dated 2/27/26, expiring 2/27/31. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk4/9/2026
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. Six (6) staff were not connected to the facility in the ABCMS Provider Portal. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk4/9/2026
.0803(6)(a — Violation #1882
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule. The permission to administer one (1) sunscreen in classroom space 4 did not include the date the permission was given by the parent. One (1) diaper cream in classroom space 1 did not have a medication administration permission form signed by the parent. 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
$774/month
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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: MARSHALL, Madison County
- Capacity: 83
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 4
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