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Charlotte, NC 28209 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
St Mark's Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 78
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $284
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About
About St Mark's Child Development Center
St Mark's Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 78 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 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 30 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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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 78 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | 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 | 78 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
St Mark's Child Development Center 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 St Mark's Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 78 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #6052334
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 17 visits · 30 rules in all · 30 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 8
- Safety and hazards 7
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Food and nutrition 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- 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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- Jun 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 28, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Gates to the fenced outdoor play area did not remain closed while children occupied the area.
Corrected during the visit
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 Mar 5, 2025
- Feb 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 6, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 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 Jan 20, 2025
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 Jan 20, 2025
- Dec 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 7 earlier visits
Nov 13, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2024
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
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
Sep 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2024
- Aug 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 22, 2024Inspection8 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.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2024
Electrical cords were accessible to infants and toddlers.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2024
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
The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2024
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2024
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Aug 30, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2024
Jul 17, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jul 17, 2024
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 Jul 17, 2024
Jul 11, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2024
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2024
Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement.
Corrected during the visit
Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent.
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2024
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2024
Gates to the fenced outdoor play area did not remain closed while children occupied the area.
Corrected during the visit
Feb 12, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2024
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
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 Feb 20, 2024
Children used space that was not approved.
Corrected during the visit
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 Feb 20, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about St Mark's Child Development Center
Is St Mark's Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was St Mark's Child Development Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has St Mark's Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 30 rules across 8 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 30 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 St Mark's Child Development Center care for?
78, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does St Mark's Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are St Mark's Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does St Mark's Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 527-5433 to ask.
What is St Mark's Child Development Center's phone number?
(704) 527-5433.
Where is St Mark's Child Development Center?
917 Clanton Road, Charlotte, NC 28217. The nearest other daycare we list is Dream Children I, 0.6 miles away.