Iotla Valley Preschool
1166 IOTLA CHURCH RD, FRANKLIN, NC 28734Childery Rating: 4/5
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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 1 inspection since 2026, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (3), Hazardous Materials Handling (1), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1). Of 5 total findings, 1 was critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Jan 22, 20265 Findings1 Critical4 Important
- Prior to Employment a Criminal Background Check Was Not Completed.
One (1) driver, who counts in staff/child ratios did not complete criminal background check. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/5/2026
- 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 2 Lysol
- Before Children Were Transported, Written Permission From a Parent Was Not Obtained That Included When and Where the Child Was to Be Transported, Expected Time…
of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on
- A Valid Qualification Letter Was Not on File and Available to Review at the Facility.
A valid qualification letter for two (2) bus drivers were not on their files. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/5/2026
- 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. The ABCMS roster was monitored prior to today's visit and no staff members were listed
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