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Oakcrest Preparatory Academy

14732 Lancaster Highway, Pineville, NC 281345.0· 127 reviews
licensed capacity
253
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$284
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About Oakcrest Preparatory Academy

Oakcrest Preparatory Academy is a licensed child care center in Pineville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 253 children, serving infants, 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 5 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-age

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Licensed capacity
253 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity253 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Oakcrest Preparatory 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.
Mecklenburg County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Oakcrest Preparatory Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
One Star Center License
Capacity
253 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#60004086
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 15, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Transportation 1
  • Other rules 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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  1. Jan 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 31, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2025

  3. Feb 4, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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 6, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      Electrical cords were accessible to infants and toddlers.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 6, 2025

  4. Aug 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Feb 8, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Other rules

      A violation was found for which there is no item number.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Transportation

      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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.

      Corrected during the visit

Copied from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Oakcrest Preparatory Academy

Is Oakcrest Preparatory Academy licensed?

Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Oakcrest Preparatory Academy last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on January 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Oakcrest Preparatory Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 3 of 5 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 Oakcrest Preparatory Academy care for?

253, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Oakcrest Preparatory Academy accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Oakcrest Preparatory Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Oakcrest Preparatory Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 774-4429 to ask.

What is Oakcrest Preparatory Academy's phone number?

(704) 774-4429.

Where is Oakcrest Preparatory Academy?

14732 Lancaster Highway, Pineville, NC 28134. The nearest other daycare we list is Chesterbrook Academy, 0.5 miles away.

Sources: The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).