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Denver, NC 28037 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Chesterbrook Academy
- licensed capacity
- 170
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $197
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About
About Chesterbrook Academy
Chesterbrook Academy is a licensed child care center in Denver, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 170 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 20 visits in the last 3 years and cited 30 rules across 10 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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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 170 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 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 | 170 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Chesterbrook Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Lincoln County has a median price of $197 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$197
Home daycare$192
Toddler
Center$171
Home daycare$140
Preschool
Center$140
Home daycare$149
School age
Center$80
Home daycare$105
State record
Inspection reports for Chesterbrook Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 170 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #55000118
Summary
20 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 11 of 20 visits · 30 rules in all · 30 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Transportation 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Safe sleep 3
- Food and nutrition 3
- Records and paperwork 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Background checks 1
- Other rules 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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- Aug 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 11, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026
- Mar 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 10, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2026
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2026
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2026
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2026
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
Aug 21, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2025
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 Sep 5, 2025
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
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
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
- Apr 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 19, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
Corrected during the visit
All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
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).
Corrected during the visit
The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of.
Corrected during the visit
Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use.
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 10 earlier visits
- Jan 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Nov 26, 2024
Nov 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Nov 26, 2024
Nov 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2024
- Oct 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 3, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent.
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
Before children were transported, written permission from a parent was not obtained that included when and where the child was to be transported, expected time of departure and arrival, and the transportation provider.
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
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
Feb 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below.
Corrected during the visit
Feb 14, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Each infant was not served only bottles labeled with their individual name.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
Dec 6, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023
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
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Chesterbrook Academy
Is Chesterbrook Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Chesterbrook Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 20 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Chesterbrook Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 30 rules across 11 of 20 visits in the last 3 years; 30 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 Chesterbrook Academy care for?
170, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Chesterbrook Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Chesterbrook Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Chesterbrook Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 827-1091 to ask.
What is Chesterbrook Academy's phone number?
(704) 827-1091.
Where is Chesterbrook Academy?
7274 Highway 73, Denver, NC 28037. The nearest other daycare we list is Tutor Time Child Care Learning Centers, 0.5 miles away.