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Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney

9310 Blakeney Center Drive, Charlotte, NC 282774.5· 68 reviews
licensed capacity
172
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$284

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About

About Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney

Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 172 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 3 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

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
172 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity172 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney 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.
Mecklenburg County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Five Star Center License
Capacity
172 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#60004405
See the state's record

Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 9, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 7 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 5
  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Safety and hazards 5
  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Other rules 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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  1. Sep 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 20, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      A violation was found for which there is no item number. In child care centers, toilet tissue paper shall be provided in each toilet room and stored in a clean, dry place. The toilet room shall include or be adjacent to a handwash lavatory. Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Toilet fixtures shall be child-sized, adult-sized toilets that are adapted to accommodate children, or potty chairs.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      Emergency information did not include name, address, and telephone number of parent or other emergency contact person.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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 Aug 24, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      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

  3. Aug 10, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule.

      Corrected during the visit

  4. Jan 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Nov 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Oct 29, 2025Inspection14 rules cited
    • Other rules

      A violation was found for which there is no item number.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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 Nov 12, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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 Nov 12, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      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 Nov 12, 2025

    • Safe sleep

      Cribs and playpens were placed so that children occupying them had access to cords or ropes.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      Electrical cords were accessible to infants and toddlers.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      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 Nov 12, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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 Nov 12, 2025

    • Safe sleep

      Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 12, 2025

  7. Aug 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney

Is Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney licensed?

Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney 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 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 3 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney care for?

172, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 543-5581 to ask.

What is Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney's phone number?

(704) 543-5581.

Where is Kiddie Academy of Charlotte Blakeney?

9310 Blakeney Center Drive, Charlotte, NC 28277. The nearest other daycare we list is Kids R Kids of Blakeney, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).