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Around the world learning center

841 Lower Dallas Highway, Dallas, NC 280344.5· 8 reviews
licensed capacity
45
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$148
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About Around the world learning center

Around the world learning center is a licensed child care center in Dallas, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 45 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
45 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity45 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Around the world learning center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Gaston County has a median price of $148 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.
Gaston County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$148
Home daycare$145

Toddler

Center$133
Home daycare$140

Preschool

Center$108
Home daycare$135

School age

Center$63
Home daycare$83

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Around the world learning center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Three Star Center License
Capacity
45 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#36000609
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 29, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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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  1. Apr 29, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      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 state verified the correction on May 6, 2026

  2. Dec 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. May 19, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2025

  4. Jan 16, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Jun 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jun 5, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      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.

      Corrected during the visit

Copied from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Around the world learning center

Is Around the world learning center licensed?

Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Around the world learning center last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 29, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Around the world learning center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Around the world learning center care for?

45, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Around the world learning center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Around the world learning center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Around the world learning center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 215-7343 to ask.

What is Around the world learning center's phone number?

(704) 215-7343.

Where is Around the world learning center?

841 Lower Dallas Highway, Dallas, NC 28034. The nearest other daycare we list is Cline Learning Center of Dallas # IV, 0.3 miles away.

Sources: The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).