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Leap of Faith Academy

4507 NC Hwy 55, Erwin, NC 283395.0· 5 reviews
licensed capacity
46
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$197

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About

About Leap of Faith Academy

Leap of Faith Academy is a licensed child care center in Erwin, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 46 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-age

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
6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Licensed capacity
46 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity46 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Leap of Faith Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Harnett County has a median price of $197 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.
Harnett County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$197
Home daycare$164

Toddler

Center$139
Home daycare$136

Preschool

Center$114
Home daycare$136

School age

Center$115
Home daycare$154

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 Leap of Faith Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Three Star Center License
Capacity
46 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#43000592
See the state's record

Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 28, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 5
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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. May 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Dec 3, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • 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.

      Corrected during the visit

    • 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.

      Corrected during the visit

  3. Jun 18, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 20, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Discipline and child guidance

      Screen time was offered to children under three years of age.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Food and nutrition

      Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.

      Corrected during the visit

  4. Jun 4, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      A room was occupied by more children than the space allowed at 25-sq. ft. of floor space per child.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2025

  5. Dec 17, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperwork

      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.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2024

    • 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.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperwork

      A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not posted in a prominent place in the center.

      Corrected during the visit

  6. Jul 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jan 8, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Other rules

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

      Corrected during the visit

    • 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.

      Corrected during the visit

    • 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

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 Leap of Faith Academy

Is Leap of Faith Academy licensed?

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

When was Leap of Faith Academy last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Leap of Faith Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 5 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Leap of Faith Academy care for?

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

Does Leap of Faith Academy accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Leap of Faith Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Leap of Faith Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 980-1175 to ask.

What is Leap of Faith Academy's phone number?

(910) 980-1175.

Where is Leap of Faith Academy?

4507 NC Hwy 55, Erwin, NC 28339.

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