Lisa's Home Daycare
Jacksonville, NC 28540 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Excel Learning Centers #12
- licensed capacity
- 254
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $203
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About
About Excel Learning Centers #12
Excel Learning Centers #12 is a licensed child care center in Jacksonville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 254 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 19 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 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
- 254 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:15 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 | 254 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Excel Learning Centers #12 has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Onslow County has a median price of $203 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$203
Home daycare$161
Toddler
Center$152
Home daycare$146
Preschool
Center$129
Home daycare$146
School age
Center$130
Home daycare$202
State record
Inspection reports for Excel Learning Centers #12
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 254 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #67001186
Summary
19 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 6, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 19 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Safety and hazards 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Jul 6, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
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
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Aug 17, 2026
- Mar 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 28, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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
- Dec 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 29, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Aug 6, 2025
- Jun 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Child was handled roughly.
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2025
- Jan 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 10 earlier visits
Jan 2, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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 Jan 6, 2025
- Aug 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 31, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2024
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2024
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 Aug 2, 2024
Jul 31, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2024
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Aug 2, 2024
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 Aug 2, 2024
May 14, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
The health assessment did not include a hearing screening.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2024
- Feb 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 3, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
Individual responsible for a group of children did not meet the preservice requirements for a lead teacher or teacher.
The state verified the correction on Jan 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 Jan 10, 2024
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbant, easily cleanable material.
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2024
Each child did not have an opportunity to be outdoors daily, if weather conditions permitted.
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2024
Nov 16, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Staff did not provide assistance to each child to ensure good hygiene.
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2023
- Oct 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Excel Learning Centers #12
Is Excel Learning Centers #12 licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Excel Learning Centers #12 last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 6, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 19 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Excel Learning Centers #12 had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 10 of 19 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 Excel Learning Centers #12 care for?
254, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Excel Learning Centers #12 accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Excel Learning Centers #12's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Excel Learning Centers #12 cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 455-0979 to ask.
What is Excel Learning Centers #12's phone number?
(910) 455-0979.
Where is Excel Learning Centers #12?
2965 Henderson Drive, Jacksonville, NC 28546. The nearest other daycare we list is Milestones Preschool & Enrichment Center, 0.3 miles away.