Little Angel's Day Care
Raleigh, NC 27604 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Little Hearts Academy
- licensed capacity
- 103
- open each week
- 6 days
- a week, county median
- $307
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About
About Little Hearts Academy
Little Hearts Academy is a licensed child care center in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 103 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, Open 24 hours; Saturday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 40 visits in the last 3 years and cited 72 rules across 21 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
- 103 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| 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 | 103 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Hearts Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Wake County has a median price of $307 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$307
Home daycare$217
Toddler
Center$251
Home daycare$201
Preschool
Center$189
Home daycare$202
School age
Center$99
Home daycare$112
State record
Inspection reports for Little Hearts Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 103 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92003730
Summary
40 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 2, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 24 of 40 visits · 72 rules in all · 72 corrected
- Records and paperwork 21
- Supervision and ratios 17
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Food and nutrition 5
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Safe sleep 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Transportation 1
- Background checks 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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Jun 2, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
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 8, 2026
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
Emergency medical care information did not contain information needed for safe medical treatment.
The state verified the correction on Jun 8, 2026
- May 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 24, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
The child care center was not free of asbestos hazards as defined in G.S. 130A-444(2) and 10A NCAC 09 .0102(4).
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2026
The child care center was not free of lead poisoning hazards as defined in G.S. 1130A-131.7(7).
The state verified the correction on Feb 25, 2026
Feb 12, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Accurate records were not maintained for all children.
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2026
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2026
- Feb 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 21, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2026
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2026
Jan 12, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2026
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 Feb 3, 2026
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2026
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2026
The center did not maintain records as required in rule, and/or were not made available to the Division for review.
The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2026
- Dec 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 31 earlier visits
Nov 18, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.
Corrected during the visit
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 Nov 24, 2025
Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older.
The state verified the correction on Nov 24, 2025
Oct 22, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers who were hired or moved into the home within five business days by submitting the Change of Information form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
Oct 22, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers who were hired or moved into the home within five business days by submitting the Change of Information form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
Oct 14, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Oct 1, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers who were hired or moved into the home within five business days by submitting the Change of Information form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
Children's records were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
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 Oct 22, 2025
All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
Oct 1, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers who were hired or moved into the home within five business days by submitting the Change of Information form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
Children's records were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Oct 14, 2025
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
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 Oct 22, 2025
All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2025
- Sep 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 4, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2025
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers who were hired or moved into the home within five business days by submitting the Change of Information form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2025
Children's records were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2025
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2025
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 Oct 22, 2025
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 Sep 30, 2025
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2025
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Sep 18, 2025
Aug 26, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
School-aged children were not adequately supervised.
The state verified the correction on Oct 2, 2025
Aug 7, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2025
Program records were not retained for the required timeframe.
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2025
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2025
Aug 7, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2025
Program records were not retained for the required timeframe.
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2025
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Aug 13, 2025
Jun 25, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Jul 7, 2025
Screen time was offered to children under three years of age.
The state verified the correction on Jul 7, 2025
May 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2025
- Apr 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 13, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2025
The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily.
Corrected during the visit
A safe and comfortable bed, crib, or cot, equipped with a firm waterproof mattress at least 4 inches thick was not provided for each child receiving overnight care.
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2025
The center did not have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible daily.
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2025
Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older.
The state verified the correction on Feb 14, 2025
Feb 10, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2025
Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2025
When children under the age of two were in care, the only caregiver required to meet the staff/child ratio was responsible for other duties besides direct child care.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2025
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 Feb 12, 2025
- Jan 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 29, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2024
Oct 21, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2024
Separate outdoor play areas or time schedules were not provided for children under two when 15 or more children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2024
Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2024
Children under one year of age were not kept separate from children two years and older.
The state verified the correction on Nov 1, 2024
- Oct 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 27, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Jul 1, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jul 1, 2024
- Jun 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 9, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience.
The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2023
Nov 3, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2023
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2023
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Nov 9, 2023
- Oct 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little Hearts Academy
Is Little Hearts Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Little Hearts Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 2, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 40 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Hearts Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 72 rules across 24 of 40 visits in the last 3 years; 72 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 Hearts Academy care for?
103, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Hearts Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Hearts Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, Open 24 hours; Saturday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Hearts Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 288-7842 to ask.
What is Little Hearts Academy's phone number?
(252) 288-7842.
Where is Little Hearts Academy?
3933 New Bern Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27610. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Rainbow Child Development Center, 0.2 miles away.