Infant Care Preschool (2-5) 42 children

Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181

2485 Hillside Dr, Blowing Rock, NC 28605

42
Capacity
5 years - 12 years
Age range
1:5
State infant ratio
$980/mo
North Carolina avg infant
License in good standing

License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.

About Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181

Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181 is a infant care located in Blowing Rock, North Carolina (28605). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the NC Division of Child Development and Early Education. Licensed capacity is 42 children.

Cost & subsidies in North Carolina

Statewide averages: $980/month infant, $750/month preschool. Most North Carolina families qualify for assistance through NC Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (919) 814-6300).

Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.

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Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181 and any other licensed provider:

  • Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
  • Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
  • Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
  • Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
  • Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
  • Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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Frequently asked questions about Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181

Is Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181 licensed?
Yes — Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181 holds a current North Carolina child-care license in our records (status: Active), sourced from NC Division of Child Development and Early Education. Always confirm current status before enrolling.
What ages does Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181 accept?
Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181 serves 5 years - 12 years. Confirm current openings for your child's age group by contacting the center directly — infant spots in particular fill fastest.
How much does Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181 cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, North Carolina averages about $980/month for infants and $750/month for preschool. Contact Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181 for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181 enroll?
Wilmington Bright Futures Daycare #181 has a licensed capacity of 42 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

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