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9611 Westmoreland Road, Cornelius, NC
LeafSpring School at Cornelius
- licensed capacity
- 194
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $284
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About
About LeafSpring School at Cornelius
LeafSpring School at Cornelius is a licensed child care center in Cornelius, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 194 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 5 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
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 194 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 194 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
LeafSpring School at Cornelius 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 LeafSpring School at Cornelius
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 194 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #60004373
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 21, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Transportation 1
- 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.
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See all 9 visits
- Apr 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 14, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on Nov 24, 2025
- Oct 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A child was released to an individual that was not listed on the application.
The state verified the correction on Oct 13, 2025
- Sep 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 8, 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
Mar 6, 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
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
Dec 5, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
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
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
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 Dec 19, 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)
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about LeafSpring School at Cornelius
Is LeafSpring School at Cornelius licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was LeafSpring School at Cornelius last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has LeafSpring School at Cornelius had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 5 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 LeafSpring School at Cornelius care for?
194, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does LeafSpring School at Cornelius accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are LeafSpring School at Cornelius' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does LeafSpring School at Cornelius cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 235-3020 to ask.
What is LeafSpring School at Cornelius' phone number?
(704) 235-3020.
Where is LeafSpring School at Cornelius?
18110 Statesville Road, Cornelius, NC 28031. The nearest other daycare we list is LeafSpring School at Cornelius-The Village, under 0.1 miles away.