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Hickory, NC 28601 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Northlakes Academy
- licensed capacity
- 122
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $164
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About
About Northlakes Academy
Northlakes Academy is a licensed child care center in Hickory, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 122 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 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 9 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
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 122 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 | 122 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Northlakes Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Caldwell County has a median price of $164 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$164
Home daycare$150
Toddler
Center$137
Home daycare$130
Preschool
Center$115
Home daycare$137
School age
Center$63
Home daycare$64
State record
Inspection reports for Northlakes Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 122 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1455043
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 8, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 12 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Jul 8, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of.
Corrected during the visit
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
Corrected during the visit
Apr 29, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
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.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
Jul 29, 2025Inspection1 rule 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 Aug 4, 2025
Jul 24, 2025Inspection1 rule 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
Jan 7, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
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 Jan 17, 2025
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
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled 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 17, 2025
- Aug 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 7, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Aug 16, 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.
Corrected during the visit
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
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled 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 16, 2024
- Mar 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 12, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2024
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Feb 13, 2024
- Jan 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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Dec 18, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
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 Jan 10, 2024
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 Jan 10, 2024
Nov 15, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center.
The state verified the correction on Nov 17, 2023
- Oct 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Northlakes Academy
Is Northlakes Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Northlakes Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 8, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Northlakes Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 9 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 Northlakes Academy care for?
122, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Northlakes Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Northlakes Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Northlakes Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 324-1460 to ask.
What is Northlakes Academy's phone number?
(828) 324-1460.
Where is Northlakes Academy?
5638 Grace Chapel Road, Hickory, NC 28601. The nearest other daycare we list is Corinth Weekday Preschool, 2.1 miles away.