LeafSpring School at Cornelius
18110 Statesville Road, Cornelius, NC
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Little LIFE Academy
- capacity
- 90
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $251
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About
About Little LIFE Academy
Little LIFE Academy is a child care center in Cornelius, North Carolina. It is state-listed, for up to 90 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Capacity
- 90 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 90 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little LIFE Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Mecklenburg County has a median price of $251 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$284
Home daycare$189
Toddler
Center$251
Home daycare$180
Preschool
Center$171
Home daycare$180
School age
Center$90
Home daycare$100
State record
Inspection reports for Little LIFE Academy
License
- Status
- Operating; not a child care license
- License type
- Religious-sponsored program, notice of compliance under G.S. 110-106 (GS 110-106; not a child care license)
- Capacity
- 90 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #60003842
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 9, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Records and paperwork 5
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Jul 9, 2026Inspection4 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
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
Corrected during the visit
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Jul 16, 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
Jan 13, 2026Inspection2 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.
Corrected during the visit
Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents.
Corrected during the visit
Jul 15, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 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 Jul 22, 2025
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 Jul 22, 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 Jul 28, 2025
- Jan 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Little LIFE Academy
Is Little LIFE Academy licensed?
No. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it, but its program type is not a child care license in North Carolina.
When was Little LIFE Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 9, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little LIFE Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 3 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 LIFE Academy care for?
90, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little LIFE Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Little LIFE Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little LIFE Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 312-1055 to ask.
What is Little LIFE Academy's phone number?
(704) 312-1055.
Where is Little LIFE Academy?
20010 Chartown Drive, Cornelius, NC 28031. The nearest other daycare we list is J V Washam Elementary Asep, 0.6 miles away.