Mint Hill Elementary School ASEP
11615 Idlewild Rd, Charlotte, NC
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Step by step in homedaycare is a licensed home daycare in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 8 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 31 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 8 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Step by step in homedaycare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Mecklenburg County has a median price of $189 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 4, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 31 rules in all · 30 corrected
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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Operator did not provide a copy of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy to parents at time of enrollment, and / or within fourteen days of a changes to the policy.
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2025
Infant feeding plans did not include the required information, including but not limited to the type and amount of milk, formula and food, and the frequency of feedings, and/or was not available for reference.
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2025
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 Dec 22, 2025
A health care professional's or parent's waiver of the requirement that all infants be placed on their backs for sleeping did not contain the required information as indicated in rule 10A NCAC 09 .1724(e)
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2025
Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child.
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2025
Written feeding schedule was not on file for each child under 15 months of age and/or was not updated regularly to reflect changes in the child's needs.
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2025
Operator did not provide a copy of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy to parents at time of enrollment, and / or within fourteen days of a changes to the policy.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2024
Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.
Corrected during the visit
Safe sleep policy did not contain the required information as indicated in rule .1724(a)(1-12).
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2024
Authorization for up to 6 months to administer prescription or over-the-counter medication, when needed, for chronic medical conditions and for allergic reactions was not in writing and did not contain information required by rule 10 NCAC 09 .1720(c)(6)(A-I).
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2024
Prescribed medications were not stored in their original containers in which they are dispensed with the pharmacy label.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2024
Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2024
Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.
Corrected during the visit
Potentially hazardous items, including but not limited to, power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, and gasoline or kerosene, whether or not intended for use by children were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or otherwise inaccessible to children.
Corrected during the visit
All indoor and outdoor areas used by the children were not kept clean, orderly, and free of items which are potentially hazardous to children including removal of items a child can swallow; the removal of loose nails or screws and splinters on inside; and use of outdoor equipment that is too hot to touch.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2024
Incident reports were not complete and maintained in the child's file and/or were not signed by the person completing it and by the parent.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2024
Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2024
Authorization for up to 6 months to administer prescription or over-the-counter medication, when needed, for chronic medical conditions and for allergic reactions was not in writing and did not contain information required by rule 10 NCAC 09 .1720(c)(6)(A-I).
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2024
Operator has not completed ITS-SIDS training every three years from the completion date of the previous ITS-SIDS training.
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2024
Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children.
Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.
Corrected during the visit
Monthly check for hazards on the outdoor play area was not completed using a form supplied by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Jun 7, 2024
Products that are labeled “keep out of reach of children” with an additional warning(s) on the label, were not kept in locked storage while children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2023
Operator did not provide a written statement to parents regarding the smoking and tobacco restriction.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.
Corrected during the visit
The operator did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information is current.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
The child care operator did not comply with all State laws, federal laws and/or local ordinances that pertain to child health, safety, and welfare, as required by General Statute 110-91.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2023
Operator or other transportation provider did not have written permission from each child's parents or guardian to transport the child.
The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2023
Developmentally appropriate activities for the ages of children in care, were not provided as planned on the written schedule and activity plan.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.
The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2023
Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2023
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11615 Idlewild Rd, Charlotte, NC
Charlotte, NC 28215 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Charlotte, NC 28215 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Charlotte, NC 28215 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Charlotte, NC 28215 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Charlotte, NC 28215 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Charlotte, NC 28215 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Charlotte, NC 28215 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Charlotte, NC 28215 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 4, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 4 of 7 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.
8, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 501-7256 to ask.
(704) 501-7256.
Charlotte, NC 28215. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.