Little Explorers Childcare
Greensboro, NC 27408 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
5.0· 3 reviews
The Growing Years
- licensed capacity
- 199
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $227
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About
About The Growing Years
The Growing Years is a licensed child care center in Greensboro, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 199 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 28 rules across 9 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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Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 199 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 199 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 Guilford County has a median price of $227 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$227
Home daycare$172
Toddler
Center$175
Home daycare$146
Preschool
Center$132
Home daycare$147
School age
Center$133
Home daycare$194
State record
Inspection reports for The Growing Years
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 199 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #41002421
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 14 visits · 28 rules in all · 28 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 8
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Safety and hazards 6
- Safe sleep 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
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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See all 15 visits
- Sep 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 10, 2026Inspection3 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 Sep 17, 2026
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Sep 23, 2026
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Sep 17, 2026
- Aug 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 8, 2025Inspection4 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 Oct 21, 2025
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2025
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2025
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2025
Apr 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2025
Oct 25, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2024
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2024
- Sep 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 24, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Electric fans were not mounted out of reach or did not have a mesh guard to prevent access.
Corrected during the visit
Jul 15, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
The temperature in a room where infants aged 12 months or younger were sleeping exceeded 75 degrees.
The state verified the correction on Jul 29, 2024
Show 5 earlier visits
Jun 27, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance.
The state verified the correction on Jul 3, 2024
May 1, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
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. K.
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2024
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. K.
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2024
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. A.
The state verified the correction on May 17, 2024
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on May 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.
Corrected during the visit
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
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 May 15, 2024
Nov 28, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
Outdoor play equipment was not age and developmentally appropriate.
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2023
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023
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 Dec 12, 2023
The temperature in a room where infants aged 12 months or younger were sleeping exceeded 75 degrees.
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2023
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 Dec 12, 2023
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2023
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
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Dec 8, 2023
- Nov 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 25, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Nov 8, 2023
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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 September 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Growing Years had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 28 rules across 9 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 28 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?
199, 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?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Growing Years' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Growing Years cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (336) 288-8924 to ask.
What is The Growing Years' phone number?
(336) 288-8924.
Where is The Growing Years?
1700 Benjamin Parkway, Greensboro, NC 27408. The nearest other daycare we list is Bizi Kidz, 0.2 miles away.