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Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 140
- a week, county median
- $169
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About
About Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center
Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in West Jefferson, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 140 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 6 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
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 140 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (336) 846-4640 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 140 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Ashe County has a median price of $169 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$169
Home daycare$114
Toddler
Center$125
Home daycare$191
Preschool
Center$117
Home daycare$274
School age
Center$64
Home daycare$69
State record
Inspection reports for Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 140 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #05000067
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 9, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 13 visits · 14 rules in all · 14 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safe sleep 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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- Sep 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 7, 2026Inspection2 rules 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 May 15, 2026
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2026
- Feb 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 16, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Dec 30, 2025
For children 2 years of age and older, a minimum of 60 minutes of outdoor time throughout the day was not provided. Children ages 0-12 in care for less than five hours per day was not provided at least 30 minutes of outdoor time throughout the day.
The state verified the correction on Dec 30, 2025
Staff did not interact with children in positive ways by helping them feel welcome and comfortable, treating them with respect, listening to what they say, responding to them with acceptance and appreciation, and/or participating in activities with the children.
The state verified the correction on Jan 28, 2026
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
Corrected during the visit
Aug 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2025
Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches.
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 24, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
When a parent had opted out, but did not provide a snack or meal, the program did not replace the missing meal or snack.
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2025
- Dec 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
Jul 29, 2024Inspection1 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 Aug 5, 2024
Jun 11, 2024Inspection4 rules 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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Aug 15, 2024
Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2024
Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below.
Corrected during the visit
- Dec 7, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center
Is Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center 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 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 6 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 14 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 Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center care for?
140, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (336) 846-4640 to confirm.
How much does Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (336) 846-4640 to ask.
What is Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center's phone number?
(336) 846-4640.
Where is Learning Thru Play Too Child Development Center?
406 School Avenue, West Jefferson, NC 28694. The nearest other daycare we list is Ashe Support Services Early Learning Center, under 0.1 miles away.