CNT for Children D.C. At Kilgo United Meth. Church
2101 Belvedere Avenue, Charlotte, NC
The Center for Children Cottage
- licensed capacity
- 54
- a week, county median
- $284
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About
About The Center for Children Cottage
The Center for Children Cottage is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 54 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 30 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 54 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (980) 819-8100 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 54 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Center for Children Cottage 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 The Center for Children Cottage
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 54 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #60003487
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 17, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 8 of 9 visits · 30 rules in all · 23 corrected
- Safety and hazards 7
- Records and paperwork 5
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 1
- Safe sleep 1
- 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.
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Jun 17, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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.
Corrected during the visit
Feb 17, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
The information contained in the application was not accessible to caregiving staff during the time children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2026
One or more persons who met the qualifications for administrator were not on site for number of hours per week required by capacity of center.
The state verified the correction on Mar 2, 2026
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Feb 21, 2026
Jan 22, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2026
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. C.
The state verified the correction on Jan 27, 2026
- Jul 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 30, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
Jun 16, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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 Jun 20, 2025
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on Jun 20, 2025
Apr 15, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Apr 28, 2025
A Four- or Five- Star program serving four-year-old children was not implementing an approved curriculum.
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2025
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Apr 25, 2025
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Apr 16, 2025
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Apr 26, 2025
May 14, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics.
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
Prohibited styrofoam and foam rubber products were accessible to children under 3 years of age and/or approved foam products were used without proper supervision.
Corrected during the visit
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Mar 7, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
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.
Corrected during the visit
Toxic plants were accessible to children.
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2024
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 Mar 8, 2024
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed overprotective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Mar 16, 2024
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Mar 8, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about The Center for Children Cottage
Is The Center for Children Cottage licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Center for Children Cottage last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 17, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Center for Children Cottage had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 30 rules across 8 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 23 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 The Center for Children Cottage care for?
54, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Center for Children Cottage accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Center for Children Cottage's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (980) 819-8100 to confirm.
How much does The Center for Children Cottage cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (980) 819-8100 to ask.
What is The Center for Children Cottage's phone number?
(980) 819-8100.
Where is The Center for Children Cottage?
2121 Belvedere Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28205. The nearest other daycare we list is CNT for Children D.C. At Kilgo United Meth. Church, under 0.1 miles away.