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Hickory, NC 28601 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Children's Academy I
- licensed capacity
- 178
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $183
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About
About Children's Academy I
Children's Academy I is a licensed child care center in Hickory, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 178 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 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 27 rules across 5 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
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 178 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | 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 | 178 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Children's Academy I has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Catawba County has a median price of $183 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$183
Home daycare$172
Toddler
Center$142
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$109
Home daycare$133
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$210
State record
Inspection reports for Children's Academy I
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 178 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1855120
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 12, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 11 visits · 27 rules in all · 27 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Transportation 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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May 12, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
Application for enrollment did not include all required information.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
Each adult and child was not restrained by appropriate individual belt/device.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
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 May 27, 2026
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 May 20, 2026
Sand and water play activities were not available weekly to each group.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
- Mar 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 29, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2025
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2025
A Four- or Five- Star program serving four year old children was not implementing an approved curriculum.
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2025
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 Jun 13, 2025
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.
Corrected during the visit
The activity plan did not include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors and outdoors.
The state verified the correction on Jun 11, 2025
- Nov 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 26, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Someone less than 18 years old had responsibility for, or was left in charge of a group of children.
The state verified the correction on Oct 10, 2024
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2024
- Jul 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 2, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
Written permission was not given by parent for child to participate in aquatic activity.
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 2024
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 Jul 15, 2024
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
Corrected during the visit
Application for enrollment did not include all required information.
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2024
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 Jul 15, 2024
For routine transport of children to and from the center, staff did not use the list to document attendance as children boarded and departed the vehicle.
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2024
Each adult and child was not restrained by appropriate individual belt/device.
Corrected during the visit
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2024
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 Jul 16, 2024
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 Jul 15, 2024
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Mar 20, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2024
Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Children's Academy I
Is Children's Academy I licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Children's Academy I last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 12, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Children's Academy I had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 27 rules across 5 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 27 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 Children's Academy I care for?
178, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Children's Academy I accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Children's Academy I's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Children's Academy I cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 322-8855 to ask.
What is Children's Academy I's phone number?
(828) 322-8855.
Where is Children's Academy I?
411 10th Ave Drive N E, Hickory, NC 28601. The nearest other daycare we list is Hickory High School Child Development Center, 0.3 miles away.