W D Williams Elementary Head Start
161 Bee Tree Rd, Swannanoa, NC
The Little People's Place
- licensed capacity
- 8
- a week, county median
- $177
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About
About The Little People's Place
The Little People's Place is a licensed home daycare in Swannanoa, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 8 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 3 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
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 8 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (828) 777-5740 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 8 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Little People's Place has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Buncombe County has a median price of $177 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 Little People's Place
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Family CC Home License
- Capacity
- 8 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #11000807
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 7, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Safe sleep 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Apr 7, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
Operator did not provide a copy of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy to parents at time of enrollment, and / or within fourteen days of a changes to the policy.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
Activity plan did not reflect that children have at least four different activities daily, at least one of which is outdoors.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
Sleeping infants, ages 12 months and younger were not visually checked every 15 minutes.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.
Corrected during the visit
The operator did not conduct a quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drill and or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
The operator did not conduct a monthly fire drill.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.
Corrected during the visit
Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.
Corrected during the visit
Nutritious meals and snacks served did not meet Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
- Mar 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 17, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
An infant was observed sleeping in a seating device.
Corrected during the visit
Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.
Corrected during the visit
The operator did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information is current.
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2024
Safe sleep policy and poster about safe sleep practices was not posted in a prominent place in the infant sleeping room or area where parents and caregivers are able to view daily.
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2024
Medication remaining after the course of treatment is completed, after authorization is withdrawn. or after authorization has expired, was not returned to the parent/guardian. Any medication not retrieved by parent/guardian within 72 hours of completion of treatment, or withdrawal of authorization, was not discarded.
Corrected during the visit
All garbage was not stored in water-proof containers with tight fitting covers both indoors and outdoors.
The state verified the correction on Oct 1, 2024
Apr 10, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Authorization for up to 12 months to apply over-the-counter medications, topical ointment, topical teething ointment or gel, insect repellents, fluoridated toothpaste, lotions, creams, and powders; such as sunscreen, diapering creams, baby lotion, and baby powder, to a child, when needed, was not in writing and did not contain information required by rule .1720(b)(7).
The state verified the correction on Apr 24, 2024
Oct 11, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
Footings that anchor the outdoor equipment were exposed.
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2023
Equipment and toys were not in good repair and developmentally appropriate.
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2023
Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Oct 24, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about The Little People's Place
Is The Little People's Place licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Little People's Place last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 7, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Little People's Place had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Little People's Place care for?
8, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does The Little People's Place accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Little People's Place's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (828) 777-5740 to confirm.
How much does The Little People's Place cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 777-5740 to ask.
What is The Little People's Place's phone number?
(828) 777-5740.
Where is The Little People's Place?
Swannanoa, NC 28778. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.