CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY

CHARLOTTE, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

2.8based on state inspection data
Capacity135
Est. price$733/mo

Contact information

Address8515 MALLARD CREEK RD CHARLOTTE, NC 28262 (704) 548-8000

CityCHARLOTTE, NC 28262

CountyMecklenburg

Phone(704) 548-8000

Websitehttp://charlotte.chesterbrookacademy.com/

Operating details

Capacity135

SubsidiesY

License dateApril 6, 2022

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/16/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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8515 MALLARD CREEK RD CHARLOTTE, NC 28262 (704) 548-8000, CHARLOTTE, NC 28262

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/16/2026

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  • Medium-High4
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk6/16/2026

    .0510(e)(3) — Violation #488

    For children under three years of age, materials were not offered in sufficient quantity to allow all children to use them at some time during the day and to allow for a range of choices. There were no kitchen/housekeeping materials available for play in Space 2b. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk6/16/2026

    G.S. 110-91(6) — Violation #721

    All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The poured in place surfacing underneath the climbing structure on the preschool playground was in poor condition. There were multiple places where the surfacing was deteriorating and able to be pulled apart. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 106/16/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) — Violation #807

    A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. The exit door leading to the playground did not open easily in Spaces 2a and 2b. The door had a deadbolt mechanism that was made to unlock when the door handle was opened. The deadbolt partially opened and had to be forcefully pushed down to get the deadbolt to retract, presenting a safety issue if children had to be evacuated from the building. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk6/16/2026

    .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. One (1) employee was required 20 ongoing trainings and 4 hours were completed. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk6/16/2026

    GS 110-91(1) — Violation #1320

    Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child. One (1) child, E.D., did not have a medical exam on file. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-Low risk6/16/2026

    .1005(b)(4) — Violation #1322

    A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available. One (1) child, E.D, had an expired off premise permission form on file. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  7. Medium risk6/16/2026

    .1804(b) — Violation #1325

    Parent’s statement includes the child’s name and date of enrollment and the date the parent signed the statement. Two (2) children's discipline policy did not list the date of enrollment. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High risk6/16/2026

    .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. Two (2) children had allergies listed on their medical form and there was no medical action plan completed. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  9. Medium risk6/16/2026

    .1102(g) — Violation #1897

    The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment. One (1) employee hired 11/1/23 completed child maltreatment training 7/1/24. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  10. Medium-High risk6/16/2026

    .1102(a) — Violation #1898

    Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment. One (1) employee hired 4/11/24 completed health and safety trainings on 6/2025. One (1) employee hired 9/19/24 did not complete health and safety trainings. One (1) employee hired 8/20/24 completed health and safety trainings in 2/2026. One (1) employee hired 12/2/24 completed health and safety trainings 1/2026. 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.

10Total Violations
10Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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

$733/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: CHARLOTTE, Mecklenburg County
  • Capacity: 135
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 4

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