Griggs Elementary Preschool
261 POPLAR BRANCH ROAD, POPLAR BRANCH, NC 27965Childery Rating: 4/5
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.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 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3) and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). Of 4 total findings, 2 were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Sep 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- 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. A can of aerosol
Mar 11, 20242 Findings1 Critical1 Important
- Prior to Employment a Criminal Background Check Was Not Completed.
A long term substitute who facilitated virtual speech therapy for pre-k children in a separate classroom away from the pre-k classrooms had not completed a DHHS criminal background check. Violation corrected during vi
- A Valid Qualification Letter Was Not on File and Available to Review at the Facility.
A qualification letter was not available for a long-term substitute who facilitated virtual speech therapy for pre-k children in a separate classroom not supervised by a staff member with a current q
Oct 10, 20231 Finding1 Critical
- Prior to Employment a Criminal Background Check Was Not Completed.
One staff member hired on August 28, 2023 did not have a completed criminal background check and qualifying letter until August 31, 2023. One staff member hired on August 28, 2023 did not have a completed criminal back
Explore More
Daycares Near This One
- Little Racers Learning CenterGrandy · 3/5 Childery Rating
- Footprints Family Child Care and PreschoolPoplar Branch · 3/5 Childery Rating