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YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool
- licensed capacity
- 99
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $175
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About YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool
YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool is a licensed child care center in Asheville, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 99 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 99 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 99 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Buncombe County has a median price of $175 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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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 YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 99 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #11000686
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 26, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Safety and hazards 7
- Records and paperwork 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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 26, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2026
Jan 6, 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 Jan 20, 2026
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 Jan 20, 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 Jan 20, 2026
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2026
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jan 20, 2026
May 22, 2025Inspection2 rules 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.
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2025
Children did not wash their hands upon arrival at the center, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, before and after water activity play, after outside play, and after handling animals or animal cages.
The state verified the correction on May 30, 2025
Mar 31, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
A violation was found for which there is no item number.
Corrected during the visit
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
Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom.
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2025
Jan 29, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2025
Food substitution was not of comparable food value or recorded on the menu prior to the meal or snack being served.
Corrected during the visit
Sep 11, 2024Inspection1 rule 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 19, 2024
Feb 9, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
The person identified as the person or alternate person responsible for carrying out the emergency medical care plan was not on the premises at all times and/or did not accompany children for off premise activities.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2024
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2024
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2024
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2024
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2024
A First Aid information sheet was not posted in a place for referral and/or the information sheet did not include all the required information.
The state verified the correction on Feb 23, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool
Is YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 26, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool care for?
99, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (828) 585-4016 to ask.
What is YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool's phone number?
(828) 585-4016.
Where is YMCA West Buncombe Afterschool?
175 Erwin Hills Road, Asheville, NC 28806. The nearest other daycare we list is Erwin High School Learning Lab, 0.3 miles away.