The Learning Center of Perquimans County
103 Bear Garden Road, Hertford, NC
4.2· 5 reviews
Stepping Stones Academy
- licensed capacity
- 90
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $197
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About Stepping Stones Academy
Stepping Stones Academy is a licensed child care center in Hertford, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 90 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 90 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 90 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Stepping Stones Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Perquimans County has a median price of $197 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$197
Home daycare$124
Toddler
Center$180
Home daycare$110
Preschool
Center$120
Home daycare$105
School age
Center$65
Home daycare$61
State record
Inspection reports for Stepping Stones Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 90 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #72000062
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 22, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 7 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Food and nutrition 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Jun 22, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 6, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
Corrected during the visit
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2025
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 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
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 8, 2025
All children were not held or placed in feeding chairs or other appropriate apparatus to be fed.
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2025
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Aug 8, 2025
Jun 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Stepping Stones Academy
Is Stepping Stones Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Stepping Stones Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 22, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Stepping Stones Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 3 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Stepping Stones Academy care for?
90, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Stepping Stones Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Stepping Stones Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Stepping Stones Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (252) 273-3373 to ask.
What is Stepping Stones Academy's phone number?
(252) 273-3373.
Where is Stepping Stones Academy?
1213 Harvey Point Road, Hertford, NC 27944. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Center of Perquimans County, 2.5 miles away.