THE LEARNING EXPRESS
DENVER, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address419 NORTH PILOT KNOB ROAD DENVER, NC 28037 (704) 483-6373
CityDENVER, NC 28037
CountyLincoln
Phone(704) 483-6373
Operating details
Capacity93
SubsidiesY
License dateMarch 6, 2020
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/14/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High1
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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419 NORTH PILOT KNOB ROAD DENVER, NC 28037 (704) 483-6373, DENVER, NC 28037
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: 7/14/2026
- High2
- Medium-High1
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk7/14/2026
.0803(2)(a) — Violation #844
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In Space #2, one (1) Epinephrine Injection UPS Auto Injector was not in the original container in which it was dispensed and did not have a pharmacy label. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk7/14/2026
.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Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. In Space #1, the permission to administer medication forms for one (1) tube of Boudreauxs Butt Paste Max Strenth expired on June 23, 2026, one (1) tube of Aquaphor Healing Cream 3 in 1 Diaper Rash Cream expired on June 26, 2026, and one (1) container of Triple Paste Skin Protectant expired on July 7, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High riskStandard 102/26/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0606(a) — Violation #871
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy. In Space #5, one (1) infant, ten (10) months of age, had a visual safe sleep check documented on January 20, 2026, at 1:55pm and not again until 2:11pm. In Space #5, one (1) infant, eleven (11) months of age, had a visual safe sleep check documented on January 20, 2026, at 1:55pm and not again until 2:11pm. In Space #5, one (1) infant, eleven (11) months of age, had a visual safe sleep check documented on January 23, 2026, at 1:14pm and not again until 1:30pm. In Space #5, one (1) infant, seven (7) months of age, had a visual safe sleep check documented on January 23, 2026, at 11:35am and not again until 11:58am. In Space #5, one (1) infant, elven (11) months of age, had a visual safe sleep check documented on January 23, 2026, at 11:40am and not again until 11:58am. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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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: DENVER, Lincoln County
- Capacity: 93
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 7
What parents actually pay
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