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Charlotte, NC 28205 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Little Sprouts Day Academy
- licensed capacity
- 79
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $284
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About
About Little Sprouts Day Academy
Little Sprouts Day Academy is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 79 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 40 rules across 8 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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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 79 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | 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 | 79 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Sprouts Day Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Mecklenburg County has a median price of $284 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 Sprouts Day Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 79 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #60003846
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 4, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 8 visits · 40 rules in all · 40 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 8
- Records and paperwork 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Safety and hazards 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Food and nutrition 4
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Safe sleep 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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Feb 4, 2026Inspection6 rules 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 8, 2026
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2026
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
Corrected during the visit
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
Corrected during the visit
Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom.
The state verified the correction on Feb 4, 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.
Corrected during the visit
Aug 28, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days.
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2025
Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter.
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Aug 29, 2025
Aug 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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
There was no written emergency medical care (EMC) plan.
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025
Jul 30, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
School-aged children were not adequately supervised.
Corrected during the visit
Children's records were not made available for review.
Corrected during the visit
Children used space that was not approved.
Corrected during the visit
Feb 12, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2025
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 26, 2025
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2025
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 Feb 13, 2025
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 Feb 12, 2025
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 Feb 12, 2025
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2025
Sep 12, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
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
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2024
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2024
Jun 17, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
Corrected during the visit
For children under three years of age, materials were not offered in sufficient quantity to allow all children to use them at some time during the day and to allow for a range of choices.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Feb 15, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics.
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2024
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2024
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 Feb 22, 2024
The EPR Plan did not include the location of the Ready to Go File and or the required information.
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2024
The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2024
A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available.
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2024
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Feb 16, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2024
For children under three years of age, materials were not offered in sufficient quantity to allow all children to use them at some time during the day and to allow for a range of choices.
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2024
The center did not have developmentally appropriate equipment and materials accessible daily.
The state verified the correction on Feb 22, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Little Sprouts Day Academy
Is Little Sprouts Day Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Little Sprouts Day Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on February 4, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Sprouts Day Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 40 rules across 8 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 40 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 Sprouts Day Academy care for?
79, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Little Sprouts Day Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Sprouts Day Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Sprouts Day Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 537-8740 to ask.
What is Little Sprouts Day Academy's phone number?
(704) 537-8740.
Where is Little Sprouts Day Academy?
1304 Eastway Drive, Charlotte, NC 28205. The nearest other daycare we list is Pathway Preschool, 0.2 miles away.