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Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University
- licensed capacity
- 199
- a week, county median
- $159
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About
About Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University
Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University is a licensed child care center in Shelby, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 199 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 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
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 199 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (704) 476-0089 to confirm.
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 | 199 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Cleveland County has a median price of $159 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Infant
Center$159
Home daycare$128
Toddler
Center$136
Home daycare$137
Preschool
Center$131
Home daycare$109
School age
Center$71
Home daycare$62
State record
Inspection reports for Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 199 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #23000341
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 17, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 9 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Safe sleep 2
- Transportation 2
- Health, medication and illness 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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Jun 17, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Infants under the age of 12 months were not placed on their backs for sleeping unless the center had obtained the appropriate written waiver.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2026
- Apr 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 15, 2026Inspection3 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.
Corrected during the visit
First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area.
Corrected during the visit
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
- Sep 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 1, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
For routine transport of children to and from the center, staff did not use the list to document attendance as children boarded and departed the vehicle.
The state verified the correction on Feb 1, 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 Feb 1, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University
Is Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 17, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 3 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University care for?
199, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (704) 476-0089 to confirm.
How much does Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 476-0089 to ask.
What is Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University's phone number?
(704) 476-0089.
Where is Mama Lissa's Tiny Tot University?
107 Valentine Drive, Shelby, NC 28152. The nearest other daycare we list is First Steps Childcare Development Center, 1.9 miles away.