NEBO CROSSING JUNIOR ACADEMY

MARION, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity120
Est. price$733/mo

Contact information

Address263 BARNES ROAD MARION, NC 28752 (828) 527-6690

CityMARION, NC 28752

CountyMcDowell

Phone(828) 527-6690

Operating details

Capacity120

License dateJanuary 12, 2022

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/27/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

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  • Medium4
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Location

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263 BARNES ROAD MARION, NC 28752 (828) 527-6690, MARION, NC 28752

Questions to ask on a tour

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  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: 5/27/2026

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2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 155/27/2026

    15A NCAC 18A .2803(a) — Violation #404

    All staff did not wash their hands thoroughly after diapering each child. In space #6, one staff member employed on 5/3/21, did not wash their hands after diapering two children one year of age. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 155/27/2026

    15A NCAC 18A .2803(c)(2) — Violation #405

    A child's hands were not washed after each diaper change. In space #6, two children one year of age did not wash their hands after a diaper change. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk5/27/2026

    .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 #5, there was a spray bottle of Bodycology Winter Vanilla with multiple warnings in an unlocked drawer accessible to children. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk5/27/2026

    .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 space #5, there were multiple marker/pen lids, staples, and small toy parts small enough to be swallowed in a drawer accessible to children under three years of age. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium risk5/27/2026

    .0606(g) — Violation #887

    Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. In space #3, sleep checks dated 5/26/26 for a three month old child that enrolled on 5/18/26 did not have sleep positions verified for checks at 11:56am, 12:11pm, 12:26pm, and 12:41pm. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  6. Medium risk5/27/2026

    .0607(e) — Violation #1824

    The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. The verification on file for the most recent review of the EPR plan by the trained staff member was dated 1/14/25. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  7. Medium risk5/27/2026

    .0605(k)(1 — Violation #1867

    The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment. On outdoor space #3, the mulch around the anchored play structure measured 3 inches. 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.

7Total Violations
7Recent Violations
(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

$733/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: MARION, McDowell County
  • Capacity: 120
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 5

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