A Little Piece of Heaven
Albemarle, NC 28001 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Little Friends Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 50
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $186
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About
About Little Friends Learning Center
Little Friends Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Albemarle, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 50 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 5 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 50 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
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 | 50 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Friends Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Stanly County has a median price of $186 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$186
Home daycare$162
Toddler
Center$163
Home daycare$142
Preschool
Center$147
Home daycare$142
School age
Center$80
Home daycare$68
State record
Inspection reports for Little Friends Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 50 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #84000299
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 17, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Health, medication and illness 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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Jun 17, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2026
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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2026
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2026
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jun 25, 2026
Beds, cots and mats were not in good repair, properly handled, stored, or clean and sanitized between users.
Corrected during the visit
Feb 13, 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 Feb 17, 2026
Jun 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2025
- Mar 25, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 6, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2025
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2025
- Dec 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 13, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
A copy of the safe sleep policy was not given to and/or explained to the parent of each child on or before the first day the infant attended the center.
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 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little Friends Learning Center
Is Little Friends Learning Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Little Friends Learning Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 17, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Friends Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 5 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Little Friends Learning Center care for?
50, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Friends Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Friends Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Friends Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 983-6610 to ask.
What is Little Friends Learning Center's phone number?
(704) 983-6610.
Where is Little Friends Learning Center?
1210 Freeman Ave, Albemarle, NC 28001. The nearest other daycare we list is Eagles Academy, 0.2 miles away.