CREATIVE VILLAGE CHILD CARE
SWANNANOA, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address20 CAVALIER LANE SWANNANOA, NC 28778 (828) 581-0070
CountyBuncombe
Phone(828) 581-0070
Websitecreativevillagechildcare.net
Operating details
Capacity59
SubsidiesY
License dateJune 2, 2021
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/21/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High6
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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20 CAVALIER LANE SWANNANOA, NC 28778 (828) 581-0070, SWANNANOA, NC 28778
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
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/21/2026
- High2
- Medium-High6
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium riskStandard 105/21/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0604(c) — Violation #812
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Space 1, one (1) electrical outlet uncovered in the music center. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk5/21/2026
.0803(12) — Violation #849
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. Space 3, one (1) diaper cream expired 12/2025 and seven (7) permission to administer medication forms expired on the following dates 4/22/26, 1/14/26, 4/28/26, 5/13/26, 1/3/26, 3/31/26, 4/8/26. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/21/2026
.1102(c) — Violation #1048
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. Staff member hired 10/3/22 First Aid training expired 5/11/2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/21/2026
.1102(d) — Violation #1049
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. Staff member hired 10/3/22 CPR training expired 5/11/2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk5/21/2026
.1103(a) — Violation #1052
Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Two (2) staff members did not complete the required number of on-going training hours according to their education and experience. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk5/21/2026
.1102(f) — Violation #1065
Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter. Staff member hired 10/3/22, ITS-SIDS training expired 1/31/2026 and was renewed on 5/11/2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/21/2026
.0802(c) — Violation #1311
Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child. Two (2) children enrolled 12/30/24 and 8/26/24 emergency information was not updated when changes occurred or at least annually. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/21/2026
GS110-91(1) — Violation #1321
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One (1) child enrolled 12/15/25 medical report was not submitted within thirty (30) days of enrollment. The medical report was dated 4/3/2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/21/2026
.0607(e) — Violation #1824
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current. The last Emergency Preparedness and Response plan was reviewed and updated on 4/14/2025. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk5/21/2026
.1103(b) — Violation #1899
Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. Staff member hired 4/26/2021 health and safety trainings were not completed within five (5) years of the previously completed trainings as of 5/13/2021. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$805/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 North Carolina run about $1,006/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in North Carolina by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: SWANNANOA, Buncombe County
- Capacity: 59
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 5
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