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Busy Little Bees Asheville
- licensed capacity
- 30
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $191
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About
About Busy Little Bees Asheville
Busy Little Bees Asheville is a licensed child care center in Asheville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 30 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 38 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 30 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 30 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Busy Little Bees Asheville has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Buncombe County has a median price of $191 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$191
Home daycare$177
Toddler
Center$165
Home daycare$160
Preschool
Center$175
Home daycare$138
School age
Center$135
Home daycare$185
State record
Inspection reports for Busy Little Bees Asheville
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Temporary License
- Capacity
- 30 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #11000972
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 28, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 11 visits · 38 rules in all · 34 corrected
- Records and paperwork 12
- Food and nutrition 8
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Safe sleep 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- 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 28, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
A copy of the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not given to or explained to parents of newly enrolled children up to five years of age on or before the first day the child receives care at the center.
At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care.
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.
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
- Sep 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 2, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.
The state verified the correction on Sep 15, 2026
Aug 20, 2026Inspection19 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
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 Sep 2, 2026
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
Corrected during the visit
Signed and dated statement by parent that discipline policy received and explained at enrollment was not in child's file.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2026
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
Personnel policies were not discussed with each staff at employment and a copy was not available to all staff.
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2026
Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2026
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
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 Sep 4, 2026
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
Chairs and tables were not the appropriate height for the children using the items.
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 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 Sep 2, 2026
Menus for all meals and snacks were not planned at least 1 week ahead and dated.
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2026
Food required by special diet prescribed by health care professional or parent did not have written instructions and/or was not maintained on file at the center.
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2026
Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs.
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2026
Centers with a licensed capacity of 30 or more children did not have at least four activity areas available daily in the space occupied by a group of children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 4, 2026
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on Sep 2, 2026
- Jul 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 29, 2026Inspection3 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 Aug 6, 2026
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Jul 2, 2026
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 16, 2026
- Jun 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 27, 2026Inspection11 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 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 Jun 8, 2026
All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2026
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
- Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
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- Mar 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Busy Little Bees Asheville
Is Busy Little Bees Asheville licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Busy Little Bees Asheville last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 28, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Busy Little Bees Asheville had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 38 rules across 5 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 34 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 Busy Little Bees Asheville care for?
30, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Busy Little Bees Asheville accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Busy Little Bees Asheville's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Busy Little Bees Asheville cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 412-3788 to ask.
What is Busy Little Bees Asheville's phone number?
(828) 412-3788.
Where is Busy Little Bees Asheville?
51 Sweeten Creek Road, Asheville, NC 28803. The nearest other daycare we list is Irene Wortham Early Learning Center, 1 miles away.