Rainbow Educational Childcare Center
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A Step Forward Early Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 60
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $203
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About
About A Step Forward Early Learning Academy
A Step Forward Early Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Yanceyville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 60 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
A Step Forward Early Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Caswell County has a median price of $203 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$203
Toddler
Center$141
Preschool
Center$116
School age
Center$63
State record
Inspection reports for A Step Forward Early Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 60 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #17000084
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 15, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Food and nutrition 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 1
For comparison: 92% of North Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Sep 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center.
The state verified the correction on Sep 22, 2026
May 7, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2026
- Mar 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 17, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger.
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2026
Dec 11, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
Corrected during the visit
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
Corrected during the visit
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about A Step Forward Early Learning Academy
Is A Step Forward Early Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was A Step Forward Early Learning Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 15, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A Step Forward Early Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 4 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 6 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 92% of North Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can A Step Forward Early Learning Academy care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does A Step Forward Early Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are A Step Forward Early Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does A Step Forward Early Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (743) 247-1111 to ask.
What is A Step Forward Early Learning Academy's phone number?
(743) 247-1111.
Where is A Step Forward Early Learning Academy?
640 Old Hwy 86, Yanceyville, NC 27379. The nearest other daycare we list is Yanceyville Early Head Start, 0.8 miles away.