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310 Charlotte Street, Roanoke Rapids, NC
Laughing Turtles Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 24
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $195
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About
About Laughing Turtles Learning Academy
Laughing Turtles Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Gaston, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 24 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 24 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 24 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Laughing Turtles Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Northampton County has a median price of $195 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$195
Home daycare$176
Toddler
Center$179
Home daycare$109
Preschool
Center$123
Home daycare$119
School age
Center$67
Home daycare$83
State record
Inspection reports for Laughing Turtles Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 24 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #66000122
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 19, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Background checks 1
- 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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Aug 19, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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 28, 2026Inspection1 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, 2026
Jun 3, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
Meals/snacks did not comply with the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs.
The state verified the correction on Jun 15, 2026
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 Jun 15, 2026
At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Jun 16, 2026
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 Jun 15, 2026
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
Corrected during the visit
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
Corrected during the visit
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Laughing Turtles Learning Academy
Is Laughing Turtles Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Laughing Turtles Learning Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 19, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Laughing Turtles Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Laughing Turtles Learning Academy care for?
24, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Laughing Turtles Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Laughing Turtles Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Laughing Turtles Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 308-4262 to ask.
What is Laughing Turtles Learning Academy's phone number?
(252) 308-4262.
Where is Laughing Turtles Learning Academy?
220 School Street, Gaston, NC 27832. The nearest other daycare we list is KIPP Enc Childcare, 0.5 miles away.