The Academy, LLC
NORTH POLE, AK·Licensed CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address297 W 5th Ave, North Pole, AK, 99705
CountyFairbanks North Star Borough
Phone(907)385-0311
Operating details
Capacity72
License dateOctober 1, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/19/2024 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High2
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Location
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297 W 5th Ave, North Pole, AK, 99705, NORTH POLE, AK 99705
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
- Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/19/2024
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2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 712/19/2024
7 AAC 10.1010(a) - Life and fire safety.
Two space heaters were deployed in the infant room on the floor within reach of children. Regulation: An entity listed in 7 AAC 10.1000(b) must comply with the applicable life and fire safety requirements of this section and any additional or more stringent applicable standards established by a municipality to which the state fire marshal has deferred building fire safety inspection and enforcement activities under 13 AAC 50.075(c). Cited at a unannounced Investigation inspection. Source: AKCCIS (Alaska CCPO) public inspection record.
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 712/19/2024
7 AAC 10.1035(a)(2) - Premises.
A mop bucket containing water was left in the hallway between two classrooms. Regulation: An entity shall ensure that the entity is free of hazards, including splintered surfaces, sharp edges, protruding corners, broken or hazardous toys, steep stairways, ice on walkways, and unsafe play areas; Cited at a unannounced Investigation inspection. Source: AKCCIS (Alaska CCPO) public inspection record.
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
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- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$771/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Alaska run about $1,386/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Alaska by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: NORTH POLE, Fairbanks North Star Borough County
- Capacity: 72
- Type: Licensed Center
- Years in operation: 1
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