Excel Learning Centers #1
440 PIRATES ROAD, NEW BERN, NC 28562Childery Rating: 5/5
Data last updated ·
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.5 / 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.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 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
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 10 Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:20 25
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Apr 22, 20262 Findings2 Important
- All Walls and Ceilings Including Doors and Windows Were Not Kept Clean, Free of Visible Fungal Growth, and in Good Repair.
The walls in indoor spaces #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #9 have chipped paint areas that need to be repaired. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from pro
- The Depth of the Loose Surfacing Was Not Based on Critical Height of the Equipment.
The depth of the mulch in older preschool children’s outdoor space under the large climbing structure was not nine (9) inches. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/30/202
Jul 7, 20251 Finding1 Important
- All Equipment and Furnishings Were Not in Good Repair.
There was a hole in the wall and chipped paint on the walls in indoor space #6. Indoor space #7 had chipped paint on the walls and a wall display in the science area with broken wood and chipped paint. Violation confirmed correcte
Jul 15, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Refrigerator(s) Did Not Maintain a Temperature of 45 Degrees F. or Below.
A thermometer was not in the refrigerator in space #1; therefore, a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below could not be verified. Violation corrected during visit
✓ Corrected at visit
- Medical Exam or Health Assessment Record Was Not on File Before or Within 30 Days After Admission.
Three (3) out of nine (9) children’s records reviewed did not have a medical exam or health as on file before or within to days after admission. Violation confirmed corrected by letter
Explore More
Daycares Near This One
- Dragonflies' Learning Center, LlcNew Bern · 3/5 Childery Rating
- Latitude Kids CareNew Bern · 4/5 Childery Rating
- Happy Hearts Child CareNew Bern · 5/5 Childery Rating
- Bright Morning Star Home CareNew Bern · 4/5 Childery Rating
- Discovery Of Excellence Childcare INew Bern · 4/5 Childery Rating
- New Adventure Family Child Care HomeNew Bern · 4/5 Childery Rating