God's Creation Scholar Academy
2631 Lucena Street, Charlotte, NC
Druid Hills Academy
- licensed capacity
- 36
- a week, county median
- $171
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About
About Druid Hills Academy
Druid Hills Academy is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 36 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 34 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (980) 343-5515 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Druid Hills Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Mecklenburg County has a median price of $171 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 Druid Hills Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #60003469
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 7, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 34 rules in all · 34 corrected
- Records and paperwork 11
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Background checks 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 7, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
A health assessment was not on file at the NC Pre-K site within 30 days after a child entered the NC Pre-K program or the health assessment was more than 12 months old at the time of program entry.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
- May 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 2, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2025
Mar 6, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
The teacher assistant does not meet the education requirements and/or documentation was not available for review of the progress toward the required standard.
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 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 Mar 20, 2025
There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan.
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2025
Sep 5, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
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.
Corrected during the visit
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 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 Sep 20, 2024
The teacher assistant does not meet the education requirements and/or documentation was not available for review of the progress toward the required standard.
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 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 Sep 19, 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 Sep 19, 2024
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 19, 2024
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 19, 2024
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 20, 2024
Gates to the fenced outdoor play area did not remain closed while children occupied the area.
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2024
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2024
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2024
The center did not maintain records as required in rule, and/or were not made available to the Division for review.
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 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 Sep 19, 2024
May 23, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
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 7, 2024
Substitute staff for the teacher did not meet the minimum qualifications.
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2024
The teacher assistant does not meet the education requirements and/or documentation was not available for review of the progress toward the required standard.
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2024
The NC Pre-K teacher does not meet the education requirements as specified for NC Pre-K programs.
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2024
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2024
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 Jun 7, 2024
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2024
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2024
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2024
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2024
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. A current menu was not posted.
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2024
The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development.
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Druid Hills Academy
Is Druid Hills Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Druid Hills Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 7, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Druid Hills Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 34 rules across 5 of 7 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 Druid Hills Academy care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Druid Hills Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Druid Hills Academy's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (980) 343-5515 to confirm.
How much does Druid Hills Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (980) 343-5515 to ask.
What is Druid Hills Academy's phone number?
(980) 343-5515.
Where is Druid Hills Academy?
2801 Lucena Street, Charlotte, NC 28206. The nearest other daycare we list is Druid Hills Elementary Asep, under 0.1 miles away.