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Independence, VA 24348 · school-age only · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 100
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $169
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About
About Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy
Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Jefferson, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 100 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 100 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 and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 100 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Ashe County has a median price of $169 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$169
Home daycare$114
Toddler
Center$125
Home daycare$191
Preschool
Center$117
Home daycare$274
School age
Center$64
Home daycare$69
State record
Inspection reports for Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Temporary License
- Capacity
- 100 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #05000090
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 29, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 2 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Jul 29, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
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 Aug 7, 2026
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 7, 2026
- Jun 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy
Is Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 29, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 1 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 Early Learning Academy care for?
100, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (336) 846-2208 to ask.
What is Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy's phone number?
(336) 846-2208.
Where is Stepping Stones Early Learning Academy?
626 Ashe Central School Road Unit 1, Jefferson, NC 28640. The nearest other daycare we list is Governor Morehead Preschool, 0.2 miles away.