ACADEMY AT BILTMORE CHURCH
ARDEN, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address35 CLAYTON RD ARDEN, NC 28704 (828) 687-1111
CityARDEN, NC 28704
CountyBuncombe
Phone(828) 687-1111
Operating details
Capacity180
SubsidiesY
License dateOctober 10, 2024
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/4/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High3
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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35 CLAYTON RD ARDEN, NC 28704 (828) 687-1111, ARDEN, NC 28704
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
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/4/2025
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2025
- Medium riskStandard 1012/4/2025
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. Two (2) outlets - one (1) by the cubby and one (1) above the counter were not covered with safety outlet covers in room 414. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/4/2025
.2820(b) — Violation #840
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. A spray bottle of Goo Gone was stored in a unlocked cabinet above the sink in room 421. The warning label include "Harmful or fatal if swallowed. and keep out of reach of children". Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High riskStandard 1012/4/2025
10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6 — Violation #847
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Two (2) authorization forms for diaper creams in room 417 did not have required information - parental signature and the manner in which the ointments shall be applied. In space 12, Aquaphor, assigned to a child did not include instructions for use and Desitin, assigned to a child had permission to administer forms with no parent signature. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk12/4/2025
.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. The authorization form for an inhaler in room 421 was dated 5/21/25 and expired on 11/21/25. The inhaler was still present in the classroom. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk12/4/2025
.0604(q) — Violation #858
Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. Ziplock bags were accessible to children two (2) years of age, in room 410. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/4/2025
.0801(b) — Violation #1834
Application did not have a medical action plan attached for any child with health care needs such as allergies, asthma, or other chronic conditions that require specialized health services. An action plan was not on file for a child who was on an inhaler for "reactive airway disorder" in room 421. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk12/4/2025
.1102(a) — Violation #1898
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. Three (3) staff members (employment date - 11/18/24, 11/25/24 and 10/11/24) did not either complete the Health and Safety training within one (1) year of employment or maintain the certificates in their files. 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)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
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- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$675/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: ARDEN, Buncombe County
- Capacity: 180
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 2
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