Above and Beyond Childcare of Franklin
16 West Palmer Street, Franklin, NC
4.2· 5 reviews
The Learning Ladder Academy
- licensed capacity
- 34
- a week, county median
- $136
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About
About The Learning Ladder Academy
The Learning Ladder Academy is a licensed child care center in Franklin, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 34 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 25 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
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
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 34 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 342-5725 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 34 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Learning Ladder Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Macon County has a median price of $136 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$178
Home daycare$114
Toddler
Center$136
Home daycare$109
Preschool
Center$174
Home daycare$109
School age
Center$59
Home daycare$80
State record
Inspection reports for The Learning Ladder Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 34 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #56000170
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 13, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 8 visits · 25 rules in all · 25 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Records and paperwork 6
- Safety and hazards 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Supervision and ratios 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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May 13, 2026Inspection5 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 May 27, 2026
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2026
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 27, 2026
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2026
A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to a parent of every child enrolled in the center.
The state verified the correction on May 27, 2026
Apr 15, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on May 8, 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 May 1, 2026
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on May 8, 2026
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2026
Children three years old or older were in care and the schedule did not include times and/or activities that were developmentally appropriate for the children in care.
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2026
Daily records of arrival and departure times for children at the center were not maintained as children arrive and depart and/or were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on May 1, 2026
May 27, 2025Inspection3 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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 9, 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 Jun 9, 2025
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Jun 9, 2025
Feb 25, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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 Mar 10, 2025
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 4, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
Emergency information did not name childs health care professional.
Corrected during the visit
Toxic plants were accessible to children.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2024
- Dec 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 12, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2023
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2023
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Dec 22, 2023
The center did not comply with the permit restrictions.
The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about The Learning Ladder Academy
Is The Learning Ladder Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Learning Ladder Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 13, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Learning Ladder Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 25 rules across 6 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 25 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 Learning Ladder Academy care for?
34, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Learning Ladder Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Learning Ladder Academy's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 342-5725 to confirm.
How much does The Learning Ladder Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 342-5725 to ask.
What is The Learning Ladder Academy's phone number?
(828) 342-5725.
Where is The Learning Ladder Academy?
1157 East Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734. The nearest other daycare we list is Children's Discovery Center, 0.4 miles away.