Easton Elementary Pre-K Program
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.4 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.5 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.2 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects an NC 5-Star Rated License rating of Level 5 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects North Carolina's licensing baseline. North Carolina caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:20. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 20 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- NC 5-Star Rated License Level 5 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:20 25
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2026, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
May 13, 20264 Findings4 Important
- Equipment and Furnishings Were Not Sturdy, Stable and Free of Hazards.
On the playground used by children, two wooden benches were observed with severely peeling paint. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/25/2026
- Gates to the Fenced Outdoor Play Area Did Not Remain Closed While Children Occupied the Area.
The gate to the right of the playground (facing away from the building) used by children of preschool age was observed to be open while children enrolled were outdoors playing. Violation cor
- 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. On the playgroun
- NC Pre-K Program Staff/child Ratios and Group Sizes Were Not Met.
At approximately 11:11 a.m., a teacher in Space 1 (Room 604) was observed to walk across the hall to Room 603 for approximately two (2) minutes, leaving the lead teacher alone with eleven (11) children four and five y
Jan 7, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Staff/child Ratios Applicable to a Classroom, Were Not Posted in Each Classroom.
The Staff: Child Ratio Worksheet was not observed posted in Space 2 (Room 602). Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 1/21/2026