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Charlotte, NC 28209 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Providence Preparatory School
- licensed capacity
- 220
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $284
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About
About Providence Preparatory School
Providence Preparatory School is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 220 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 5:45 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 7 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
- 7:45 AM to 5:45 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 220 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Thursday | 7:45 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Friday | 7:45 AM to 5:45 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 | 220 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Providence Preparatory School 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 Providence Preparatory School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 220 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #60003455
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 11, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 8 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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Aug 11, 2026Inspection5 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
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Aug 25, 2026
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
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
Corrected during the visit
- May 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 30, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
Corrected during the visit
Feb 17, 2026Inspection2 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 Feb 24, 2026
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 18, 2026
Aug 21, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Aug 28, 2025
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Aug 21, 2025
Apr 8, 2025Inspection6 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.
The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 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 Apr 8, 2025
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2025
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 Apr 8, 2025
Electrical cords were accessible to infants and toddlers.
The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Apr 8, 2025
Aug 27, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff.
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2024
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Sep 5, 2024
Mar 18, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Mar 21, 2024
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 Mar 21, 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 Mar 21, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Providence Preparatory School
Is Providence Preparatory School licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Providence Preparatory School last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 11, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Providence Preparatory School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 7 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 Providence Preparatory School care for?
220, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Providence Preparatory School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Providence Preparatory School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 5:45 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Providence Preparatory School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 391-9700 to ask.
What is Providence Preparatory School's phone number?
(704) 391-9700.
Where is Providence Preparatory School?
3031 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC 28211. The nearest other daycare we list is Providence Preparatory School- Westbury Building, under 0.1 miles away.