Wilmington Preschool of the Arts
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.4 / 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.3 / 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 4 (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 4 (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
- Toddlers, Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:20 25
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jan 13, 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 throughout the building have chipping and peeling paint, damaged sheet rock, and visible dirt. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from pro
- All Stationary Equipment, More Than 18 Inches High, Was Not Installed Over Protective Surfacing.
The mulch under and around the stationary gross motor equipment measured 1-2 inches in depth rather than the required 6 inches. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provid
Jul 21, 20253 Findings3 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. Aerosol shaving c
- Each New Employee Did Not Complete, Within the First Two Weeks of Employment, Six Clock Hours of Training in Required Topic Areas.
Documentation of six hours of training was not recorded for a staff member hired June 24, 2025. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from pro
- Each Employee's Personnel File Did Not Contain an Annual Staff Evaluation and a Staff Development Plan.
A staff members last staff development plan was April 2024. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 7/31/2025