YWCA of Asheville Early Learning Program
185 S French Broad Ave, Asheville, NC
The Christine Avery Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 128
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $165
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About The Christine Avery Learning Center
The Christine Avery Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Asheville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 128 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 128 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 128 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Christine Avery Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Buncombe County has a median price of $165 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$191
Home daycare$177
Toddler
Center$165
Home daycare$160
Preschool
Center$175
Home daycare$138
School age
Center$135
Home daycare$185
State record
Inspection reports for The Christine Avery Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 128 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #11000960
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 31, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 8 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Transportation 4
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- Aug 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 27, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2026
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 Sep 18, 2026
For each child, there was not at least 30 sq. ft. inside space per the total licensed capacity and 100 sq. ft. outside space for each child using the outdoor learning environment at any one time.
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2026
All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2026
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 Aug 31, 2026
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 Aug 31, 2026
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2026
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Sep 9, 2026
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Aug 31, 2026
- Feb 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 17, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
Toxic plants were accessible to children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Sep 29, 2025
- Jan 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on Jan 30, 2025
Dec 10, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
Medical authorizations were not accessible to staff.
The state verified the correction on Jan 2, 2025
Medical authorization was not present on child's first day.
The state verified the correction on Jan 2, 2025
Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent.
The state verified the correction on Jan 2, 2025
All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Dec 24, 2024
Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations.
The state verified the correction on Dec 24, 2024
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2025
Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children.
Corrected during the visit
Openings in equipment, steps, decks, handrails, and fencing were not less than 3 1/2 inches or greater than 9 inches.
The state verified the correction on Dec 24, 2024
- Sep 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about The Christine Avery Learning Center
Is The Christine Avery Learning Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Christine Avery Learning Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 31, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Christine Avery Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 4 of 8 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 The Christine Avery Learning Center care for?
128, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Christine Avery Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Christine Avery Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Christine Avery Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 232-7433 to ask.
What is The Christine Avery Learning Center's phone number?
(828) 232-7433.
Where is The Christine Avery Learning Center?
59 Gaston Street, Asheville, NC 28801. The nearest other daycare we list is Asheville High School Pre K, 0.5 miles away.