Community Ridge Day Care Center
243 7th Avenue SW, Hickory, NC
La Vie Christian Academy
- licensed capacity
- 120
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $183
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About
About La Vie Christian Academy
La Vie Christian Academy is a licensed child care center in Hickory, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 120 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageFaith-based
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
- 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 120 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
La Vie Christian Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Catawba County has a median price of $183 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$183
Home daycare$172
Toddler
Center$142
Home daycare$136
Preschool
Center$109
Home daycare$133
School age
Center$110
Home daycare$210
State record
Inspection reports for La Vie Christian Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 120 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #18000581
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 4, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 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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Jun 4, 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
- Jan 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 18, 2025Inspection2 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
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
Jul 17, 2024Inspection2 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
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
Feb 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
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.
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about La Vie Christian Academy
Is La Vie Christian Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was La Vie Christian Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 4, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has La Vie Christian Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 La Vie Christian Academy care for?
120, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does La Vie Christian Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are La Vie Christian Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does La Vie Christian Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 855-0830 to ask.
What is La Vie Christian Academy's phone number?
(828) 855-0830.
Where is La Vie Christian Academy?
423 3rd Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602. The nearest other daycare we list is Childrens Home Society, 0.6 miles away.