Taylor's Playhouse
Charlotte, NC 28205 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Beginning Years Daycare # 3
- licensed capacity
- 92
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $284
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About
About Beginning Years Daycare # 3
Beginning Years Daycare # 3 is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 92 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 55 rules across 11 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
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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 92 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 92 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Beginning Years Daycare # 3 has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Mecklenburg County has a median price of $284 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$284
Home daycare$189
Toddler
Center$251
Home daycare$180
Preschool
Center$171
Home daycare$180
School age
Center$90
Home daycare$100
State record
Inspection reports for Beginning Years Daycare # 3
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 92 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #60003580
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 12, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 12 of 15 visits · 55 rules in all · 55 corrected
- Records and paperwork 12
- Building, equipment and play areas 10
- Staff training and qualifications 8
- Safety and hazards 8
- Food and nutrition 4
- Transportation 3
- Background checks 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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Jun 12, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2026
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2026
Jan 28, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2026
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2026
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2026
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2026
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2026
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2026
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
Corrected during the visit
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2026
Jan 28, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2026
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2026
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2026
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2026
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2026
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2026
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
Corrected during the visit
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Feb 19, 2026
Dec 19, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
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 Jan 6, 2026
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2025
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Dec 23, 2025
Jul 21, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jul 29, 2025
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2025
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2025
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2025
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 Aug 11, 2025
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on Jul 23, 2025
Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience.
The state verified the correction on Aug 6, 2025
The temperature in a room where infants aged 12 months or younger where sleeping exceeded 75 degrees.
Corrected during the visit
There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan.
Corrected during the visit
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Jul 24, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2025
- May 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 3, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2025
Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child.
The state verified the correction on Feb 5, 2025
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2025
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 Feb 4, 2025
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 2025
- Jan 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 15, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2024
Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2024
Show 5 earlier visits
Jul 25, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
Corrected during the visit
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Aug 7, 2024
Jun 5, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. Either drill was not completed at least once every three months.
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2024
Apr 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on May 16, 2024
Mar 27, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
A Four- or Five- Star program serving four-year-old children was not implementing an approved curriculum.
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2024
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2024
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on May 16, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2024
Feb 6, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Feb 16, 2024
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.
The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2024
A Four- or Five- Star program serving four-year-old children was not implementing an approved curriculum.
The state verified the correction on Apr 4, 2024
A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available.
The state verified the correction on Feb 15, 2024
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on Feb 8, 2024
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Feb 16, 2024
The safe sleep policy did not contain the required information.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2024
There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan.
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2024
Gates to the fenced outdoor play area did not remain closed while children occupied the area.
The state verified the correction on Feb 10, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2024
For children under three years of age, materials were not offered in sufficient quantity to allow all children to use them at some time during the day and to allow for a range of choices.
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2024
When three-year-old children and older were in care, the materials and equipment in the activity area was not in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities.
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Beginning Years Daycare # 3
Is Beginning Years Daycare # 3 licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Beginning Years Daycare # 3 last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 12, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Beginning Years Daycare # 3 had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 55 rules across 12 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 55 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 Beginning Years Daycare # 3 care for?
92, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Beginning Years Daycare # 3 accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Beginning Years Daycare # 3's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Beginning Years Daycare # 3 cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 910-4032 to ask.
What is Beginning Years Daycare # 3's phone number?
(704) 910-4032.
Where is Beginning Years Daycare # 3?
4313 the Plaza, Charlotte, NC 28205. The nearest other daycare we list is Linda's Daycare, 0.4 miles away.