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Little Hands Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 50
- a week, county median
- $195
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About
About Little Hands Learning Center
Little Hands Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Burnsville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 50 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 37 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 50 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 682-2469 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom 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 Hands Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Yancey 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 Little Hands Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 50 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #0055004
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 8, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 11 visits · 37 rules in all · 37 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 10
- Records and paperwork 5
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Safe sleep 3
- 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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Apr 8, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
Parent participation plan was not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day of attendance and/or a copy was not given to them or posted in the center.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
Operational policies were not discussed with parents on or before the child's first day and/or they were not notified in writing of all changes.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
Air conditioning units were accessible or did not have a guard to keep objects from being thrown into the unit.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2026
- Jan 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 1, 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 Jul 14, 2025
May 7, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment Four (4) children had sunscreen that the permission form was over 12 months old.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2025
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2025
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on May 21, 2025
Jan 30, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2025
Over-the-counter medication was given which exceeded the amount and frequency of the dosage on the manufacturer's label.
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2025
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2025
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 Feb 14, 2025
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 Feb 14, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2025
Jun 13, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2024
Each child was not immunized as per Article 6 of Chapter 130A and an immunization record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2024
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 26, 2024
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 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 Jun 26, 2024
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2024
Staff did not wash their hands thoroughly before beginning work, before/after handling food, before bottle feeding or serving to other children, after toileting or handling body fluids, after diaper changing and after handling soiled items.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2024
- Apr 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 4, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number. 2820(c)
Corrected during the visit
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 Mar 18, 2024
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2024
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 Mar 18, 2024
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 Mar 18, 2024
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 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
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
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2024
The activity plan was not designed to stimulate emotional and social, health and physical, approaches to play and learning, language development and communication, and cognitive development for each group of children in care.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2024
- Feb 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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Jan 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Appropriate discipline practices were not followed.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Little Hands Learning Center
Is Little Hands Learning Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Little Hands Learning Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 8, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Hands Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 37 rules across 7 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 37 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 Hands Learning Center care for?
50, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Little Hands Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Hands Learning Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 682-2469 to confirm.
How much does Little Hands Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 682-2469 to ask.
What is Little Hands Learning Center's phone number?
(828) 682-2469.
Where is Little Hands Learning Center?
55 Oakcrest Road, Burnsville, NC 28714. The nearest other daycare we list is Church Street Preschool, 0.7 miles away.