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Charlotte, NC 28212 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Tender Hearts Child Care
- licensed capacity
- 99
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $284
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About
About Tender Hearts Child Care
Tender Hearts Child Care is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 99 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 5 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
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 99 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 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 | 99 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Tender Hearts Child Care 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 Tender Hearts Child Care
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 99 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #60001230
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 14, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 10
- Records and paperwork 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safe sleep 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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Jan 14, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2026
A Four- or Five- Star program serving four-year-old children was not implementing an approved curriculum.
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2026
A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available.
The state verified the correction on Jan 16, 2026
Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience.
The state verified the correction on Feb 5, 2026
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2026
- Dec 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Sep 21, 2025
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Sep 20, 2025
Jan 16, 2025Inspection2 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.
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 Jan 18, 2025
- Nov 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 23, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
Corrected during the visit
Safe pick-up and delivery procedures were not communicated to parents and/or were not posted where they can be seen by the parents.
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2024
Parent or guardian of child was not allowed access to the center during operating hours for the purpose of contacting the child or evaluating the caregiving space at the center and the care provided.
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2024
Jan 22, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
At least one staff member counted to comply with the rule did not complete the training in playground safety within six months of employment date.
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2024
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2024
The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Jan 29, 2024
The center did not complete an EPR Plan within four months of completing the EPR in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on a template provided by the Division.
Corrected during the visit
Application for enrollment did not include all required information.
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2024
Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience.
The state verified the correction on Jan 24, 2024
The center's safe sleep policy was not posted in a prominent place in the infant room where parents and caregivers were able to view daily.
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2024
The outdoor premises were not clean, drained and free of litter and hazardous materials grass and other vegetation in a manner which does not encourage vermin.
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2024
Equipment and furnishings not meeting the requirements outlined in child care .0601(b) and (c) were not removed or made inaccessible.
The state verified the correction on Jan 22, 2024
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Feb 18, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Tender Hearts Child Care
Is Tender Hearts Child Care licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Tender Hearts Child Care last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on January 14, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Tender Hearts Child Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 5 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Tender Hearts Child Care care for?
99, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Tender Hearts Child Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Tender Hearts Child Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Tender Hearts Child Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 568-2010 to ask.
What is Tender Hearts Child Care's phone number?
(704) 568-2010.
Where is Tender Hearts Child Care?
2301 N Sharon Amity Rd, Charlotte, NC 28205. The nearest other daycare we list is MYLA Academy, 0.1 miles away.