The Goddard School at Mallard Creek
2545 Galloway Road, Charlotte, NC
4.6· 65 reviews
The Growing Years
- licensed capacity
- 167
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $284
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About
About The Growing Years
The Growing Years is a licensed child care center in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 167 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 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 25 rules across 10 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 167 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 167 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Growing Years 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 Growing Years
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 167 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #60004224
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 26, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 17 visits · 25 rules in all · 23 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Records and paperwork 6
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Background checks 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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Aug 26, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
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
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 Sep 3, 2026
The written feeding plan did not include the child's name, parent signature, and/or was not dated when received by the center.
The state verified the correction on Aug 26, 2026
Outdoor play area did not provide an area that is shaded.
- Apr 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 5, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number. Pests shall be excluded from the child care center.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2025
Sep 15, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Children's records were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2025
May 27, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2025
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2025
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 Jun 13, 2025
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2025
- May 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 15, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Center administrators and staff did not use the information provided in the application to ensure that each individual child's needs are met.
Corrected during the visit
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services.
The state verified the correction on May 16, 2025
Mar 26, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on Mar 27, 2025
Show 8 earlier visits
- Feb 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 19, 2024Inspection5 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 Oct 2, 2024
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2024
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 Sep 19, 2024
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 Oct 15, 2024
- Aug 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 29, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2024
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on May 2, 2024
Apr 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on Apr 3, 2024
Mar 25, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 24, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
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
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children enrolled at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about The Growing Years
Is The Growing Years licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Growing Years last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 26, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Growing Years had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 25 rules across 10 of 17 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 Growing Years care for?
167, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Growing Years accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Growing Years' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Growing Years cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (704) 686-7223 to ask.
What is The Growing Years' phone number?
(704) 686-7223.
Where is The Growing Years?
3502 Prosperity Church Road, Charlotte, NC 28269. The nearest other daycare we list is The Goddard School at Mallard Creek, 0.7 miles away.