Lightbridge Academy Steele Creek
5730 Dixie River Rd, Charlotte, NC
Cre8tivechildcare
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $251
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About Cre8tivechildcare
Cre8tivechildcare is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cre8tivechildcare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Mecklenburg County has a median price of $251 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 Cre8tivechildcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- One Star Center License
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #60003671
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 14, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 9 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Records and paperwork 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 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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Jul 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number. Pests shall be excluded from the child care center. Traps set for pests shall only be placed in areas that are inaccessible to children.
The state verified the correction on Jul 27, 2026
Jun 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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
Mar 24, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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 Mar 31, 2026
- Mar 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 7, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
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 Apr 9, 2025
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.
Corrected during the visit
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
Corrected during the visit
Apr 17, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with parents of currently enrolled children 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2024
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Apr 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 Apr 26, 2024
Prohibited styrofoam and foam rubber products were accessible to children under 3 years of age and/or approved foam products were used without proper supervision.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2024
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
Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children.
Corrected during the visit
The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2024
A private water supply was used by the center and it had not been tested by or did not meet the requirements of the Commission for Public Health.
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2024
- Dec 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 29, 2023Inspection3 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 Dec 12, 2023
Materials used for starting fires, such as matches, lighters and accelerants were not kept in locked storage.
Corrected during the visit
Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Cre8tivechildcare
Is Cre8tivechildcare licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Cre8tivechildcare last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 14, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cre8tivechildcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 6 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 Cre8tivechildcare care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Cre8tivechildcare accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Cre8tivechildcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Cre8tivechildcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (860) 406-2313 to ask.
What is Cre8tivechildcare's phone number?
(860) 406-2313.
Where is Cre8tivechildcare?
8617 Sledgeburn Drive, Charlotte, NC 28278. The nearest other daycare we list is Berewick Elementary Asep, 0.8 miles away.