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Winston-Salem, NC 27127 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
TLC the Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 40
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $203
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About
About TLC the Learning Academy
TLC the Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 40 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 4 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
- 40 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 | 40 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
TLC the Learning Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Forsyth County has a median price of $203 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$203
Home daycare$188
Toddler
Center$169
Home daycare$164
Preschool
Center$150
Home daycare$148
School age
Center$81
Home daycare$87
State record
Inspection reports for TLC the Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 40 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #34000362
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 16, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 20 rules in all · 20 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- Apr 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 10, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
The health assessment did not include a vision screening.
The state verified the correction on Feb 11, 2026
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
Corrected during the visit
Aug 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
Apr 1, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
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 Apr 15, 2025
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.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. During the visit, I did not observe any safety concerns indoors.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 21, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2024
Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file.
Corrected during the visit
The depth of the loose surfacing was not based on critical height of the equipment.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2024
All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2024
Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.
Corrected during the visit
Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2024
Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2024
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2024
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
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.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2024
Screen time was offered to children under three years of age.
The state verified the correction on Jun 4, 2024
- Dec 14, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about TLC the Learning Academy
Is TLC the Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was TLC the Learning Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has TLC the Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 20 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 TLC the Learning Academy care for?
40, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does TLC the Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are TLC the Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does TLC the Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (336) 650-9652 to ask.
What is TLC the Learning Academy's phone number?
(336) 650-9652.
Where is TLC the Learning Academy?
2832 South Main St, Winston-Salem, NC 27127. The nearest other daycare we list is Konnoak Elementary Prek, 0.7 miles away.