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8303 University Execu PK Dr Ste 450, Charlotte, NC
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Governors' Village STEM Academy
- licensed capacity
- 126
- a week, county median
- $171
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About Governors' Village STEM Academy
Governors' Village STEM Academy is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 126 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 22 visits in the last 3 years and cited 81 rules across 14 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
- 126 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (980) 343-5268 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 126 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Governors' Village STEM 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 Governors' Village STEM Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 126 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #60003466
Summary
22 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 14 of 22 visits · 81 rules in all · 81 corrected
- Records and paperwork 19
- Staff training and qualifications 17
- Health, medication and illness 17
- Supervision and ratios 9
- Safety and hazards 7
- Background checks 4
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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- Aug 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 13, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2026
- May 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 28, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2026
A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2026
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2026
- Mar 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 18, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
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 Mar 3, 2026
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 Mar 3, 2026
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.
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
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.
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
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 Mar 31, 2026
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Mar 3, 2026
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 3, 2026
- Jan 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 16, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Jan 6, 2026
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 Jan 26, 2026
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 Jan 26, 2026
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Jan 6, 2026
Oct 1, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2025
The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2025
Show 12 earlier visits
- May 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 22, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2025
NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
Corrected during the visit
May 13, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on May 22, 2025
May 6, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2025
NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 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).
The state verified the correction on May 13, 2025
Apr 25, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2025
NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
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
Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2025
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2025
- Apr 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 2, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2025
NC Pre-K program staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on May 28, 2025
The health assessment did not include a dental screening.
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2025
The health assessment did not include a hearing screening.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
The health assessment did not include a vision screening.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2025
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on May 6, 2025
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 Apr 25, 2025
Mar 12, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jun 2, 2025
The health assessment did not include a dental screening.
The state verified the correction on May 12, 2025
The health assessment did not include a hearing screening.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
The health assessment did not include a vision screening.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
Emergency information record did not include chronic illness and any medication taken for the illness.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 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.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2025
Balloons were accessible to children.
Corrected during the visit
Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children.
Corrected during the visit
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2025
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 Mar 24, 2025
- Sep 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 17, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 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.
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2024
Mar 28, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
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 Apr 11, 2024
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 24, 2024
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on May 24, 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 Apr 11, 2024
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 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
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 2024
Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below.
The state verified the correction on Apr 11, 2024
Jan 19, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
Distance learning was used to complete First Aid, CPR and/or playground safety training.
The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 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 Feb 21, 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 Feb 21, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 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 Feb 1, 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 Feb 1, 2024
When children 3 years and older were in care, screen time was not used to stimulate a developmental domain; was not limited to 30 minutes a day and no more than a total of two and a half hours per week, per child; and/or was not documented on a cumulative log or the activity plan that is available for review.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
When three year old children and older were in care, the materials and equipment in the activity area was not in sufficient quantity to allow at least three children to use the area regardless of whether the children choose the same or different activities.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 2024
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 Feb 1, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Governors' Village STEM Academy
Is Governors' Village STEM Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Governors' Village STEM Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 22 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Governors' Village STEM Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 81 rules across 14 of 22 visits in the last 3 years; 81 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 Governors' Village STEM Academy care for?
126, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Governors' Village STEM Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Governors' Village STEM Academy's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (980) 343-5268 to confirm.
How much does Governors' Village STEM Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (980) 343-5268 to ask.
What is Governors' Village STEM Academy's phone number?
(980) 343-5268.
Where is Governors' Village STEM Academy?
7910 Neal Road, Charlotte, NC 28262. The nearest other daycare we list is Governors' Village Asep, 0.3 miles away.