Stallings Elementary After School Program
3501 Stallings Road, Stallings, NC
Little Ladybug's Place To Grow
- licensed capacity
- 187
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $248
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About
About Little Ladybug's Place To Grow
Little Ladybug's Place To Grow is a licensed child care center in Matthews, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 187 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 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 187 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 187 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Ladybug's Place To Grow has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Union County has a median price of $248 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$248
Home daycare$201
Toddler
Center$205
Home daycare$167
Preschool
Center$116
Home daycare$178
School age
Center$117
Home daycare$202
State record
Inspection reports for Little Ladybug's Place To Grow
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 187 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #90000559
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 6, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 23 rules in all · 23 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 11
- Records and paperwork 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Aug 6, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2026
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Aug 7, 2026
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 Aug 28, 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 Aug 28, 2026
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
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
Corrected during the visit
Jan 14, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
When equipment on the outdoor learning environment met one of the exceptions outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the protective surfacing did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2026
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
Swings did not have surfacing that extends two times the length of the pivot point to the surface below beyond the external limits of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2026
Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom.
Corrected during the visit
Dec 17, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests.
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2025
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2025
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2025
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Dec 29, 2025
Sep 19, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
Swings did not have surfacing that extends two times the length of the pivot point to the surface below beyond the external limits of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Oct 9, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Little Ladybug's Place To Grow
Is Little Ladybug's Place To Grow licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Little Ladybug's Place To Grow last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 6, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Ladybug's Place To Grow had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 23 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 Ladybug's Place To Grow care for?
187, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Ladybug's Place To Grow accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Little Ladybug's Place To Grow's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Ladybug's Place To Grow cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 882-1465 to ask.
What is Little Ladybug's Place To Grow's phone number?
(704) 882-1465.
Where is Little Ladybug's Place To Grow?
2251 Stallings Rd, Matthews, NC 28104. The nearest other daycare we list is Stallings Elementary After School Program, 0.7 miles away.