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Wilmington, NC 28403 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
The Learning Tree
- licensed capacity
- 199
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $223
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About
About The Learning Tree
The Learning Tree is a licensed child care center in Wilmington, 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, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 8 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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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 199 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 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 Learning Tree has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in New Hanover County has a median price of $223 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$223
Home daycare$184
Toddler
Center$173
Home daycare$157
Preschool
Center$134
Home daycare$157
School age
Center$135
Home daycare$194
State record
Inspection reports for The Learning Tree
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 199 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #65000843
Summary
17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 20, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 17 visits · 10 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Food and nutrition 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 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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See all 17 visits
- Jul 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 29, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 27, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2026
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 May 10, 2026
Apr 27, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
The state verified the correction on May 10, 2026
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 May 10, 2026
Nov 10, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 21, 2025
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
- May 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Child was handled roughly.
The state verified the correction on Apr 17, 2025
- Mar 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 7 earlier visits
- Jan 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 15, 2025Inspection1 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 27, 2025
- Dec 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 31, 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 Aug 13, 2024
May 28, 2024Inspection2 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 Jun 10, 2024
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Jun 10, 2024
Dec 11, 2023Inspection1 rule 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
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FAQ
Questions about The Learning Tree
Is The Learning Tree licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Learning Tree last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 20, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Learning Tree had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 8 of 17 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Tree care for?
199, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Learning Tree accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Learning Tree's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Learning Tree cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (910) 799-8400 to ask.
What is The Learning Tree's phone number?
(910) 799-8400.
Where is The Learning Tree?
4306 Lake Avenue, Wilmington, NC 28403. The nearest other daycare we list is Childcare Network #83, 0.4 miles away.