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Howard Levine Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 208
- a week, county median
- $284
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About Howard Levine Child Development Center
Howard Levine Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 208 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 44 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 208 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (704) 627-8428 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 208 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Howard Levine Child Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Mecklenburg County has a median price of $284 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 Howard Levine Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 208 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #60004164
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 9, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 12 of 15 visits · 44 rules in all · 44 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 11
- Records and paperwork 7
- Safety and hazards 6
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Food and nutrition 5
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safe sleep 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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See all 16 visits
- Sep 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 27, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
Corrected during the visit
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
Corrected during the visit
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not posted in a prominent place in the center.
Corrected during the visit
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
Apr 27, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
Corrected during the visit
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
Corrected during the visit
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not posted in a prominent place in the center.
Corrected during the visit
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
Apr 27, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
Corrected during the visit
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
Corrected during the visit
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not posted in a prominent place in the center.
Corrected during the visit
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
Dec 4, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A child was restrained as a form of discipline.
Corrected during the visit
A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking.
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 30, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
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 Nov 13, 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 Nov 13, 2025
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
Corrected during the visit
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
Corrected during the visit
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
Corrected during the visit
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
Corrected during the visit
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Nov 13, 2025
Sep 11, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Corporal punishment was used.
The state verified the correction on Sep 16, 2025
When combining age groups, the staff/child ratios for the youngest child in the group was not maintained for the entire group.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Sep 26, 2025
May 27, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
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 Jun 9, 2025
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Jun 9, 2025
Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use.
Corrected during the visit
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Show 6 earlier visits
Oct 31, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
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.
Corrected during the visit
Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.
Corrected during the visit
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 Nov 12, 2024
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
Corrected during the visit
Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional.
Corrected during the visit
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2024
Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible.
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2024
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).
Corrected during the visit
Oct 31, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
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.
Corrected during the visit
Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.
Corrected during the visit
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 Nov 12, 2024
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
Corrected during the visit
Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional.
Corrected during the visit
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2024
Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible.
The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2024
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).
Corrected during the visit
Jun 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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 Jul 28, 2024
Nov 8, 2023Inspection13 rules cited
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 Nov 27, 2023
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 Nov 27, 2023
The health assessment did not include updated immunizations.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
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 Nov 27, 2023
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
Medical authorization was not present on child's first day.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
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 Nov 27, 2023
Individual applications were not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
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.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
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
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted.
Corrected during the visit
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 Nov 27, 2023
Nov 8, 2023Inspection13 rules cited
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 Nov 27, 2023
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 Nov 27, 2023
The health assessment did not include updated immunizations.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
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 Nov 27, 2023
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
Medical authorization was not present on child's first day.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
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 Nov 27, 2023
Individual applications were not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
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.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2023
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
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted.
Corrected during the visit
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 Nov 27, 2023
Oct 31, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Howard Levine Child Development Center
Is Howard Levine Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Howard Levine Child Development Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 9, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Howard Levine Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 44 rules across 12 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 44 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 Howard Levine Child Development Center care for?
208, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Howard Levine Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Howard Levine Child Development Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (704) 627-8428 to confirm.
How much does Howard Levine Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 627-8428 to ask.
What is Howard Levine Child Development Center's phone number?
(704) 627-8428.
Where is Howard Levine Child Development Center?
3303 Achievement Lane, Charlotte, NC 28208. The nearest other daycare we list is Kidding Around Childcare, 0.6 miles away.