THE SUNSHINE HOUSE

CHARLOTTE, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

4.2based on state inspection data
Capacity199
Est. price$763/mo

Contact information

Address15644 DONNINGTON DRIVE CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 (704) 752-1859

CityCHARLOTTE, NC 28277

CountyMecklenburg

Phone(704) 752-1859

Operating details

Capacity199

SubsidiesY

License dateSeptember 11, 2017

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/25/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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15644 DONNINGTON DRIVE CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 (704) 752-1859, CHARLOTTE, NC 28277

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: 6/25/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 106/25/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) — Violation #106

    Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division. The last approved fire inspection on file is dated May 6, 2025. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk6/25/2026

    G.S. 110-102 — Violation #115

    A summary of the NC Child Care Law was not posted in a prominent place in the center. The Summary of the Law was not posted. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 106/25/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0902(a) — Violation #540

    An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence). In space #1, one infant did not have a written feeding plan. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 156/25/2026

    15A NCAC 18A .2818(b) — Violation #606

    Running water, soap and individual sanitary towels, or other approved hand-drying devices were not supplied at each lavatory. In space #6, both rest rooms did not have paper towels at the handwashing sink. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 156/25/2026

    15A NCAC 18A .2821(b) — Violation #612

    Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified. In space #4 and space #6, cots were not labeled and individually assigned to the children enrolled in the classroom. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 156/25/2026

    15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) — Violation #620

    All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In space #2, #4, and #6, there was paint chipping from the chair rail in several places. Paint is also chipping on the outside doors on the playground. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High risk6/25/2026

    G.S. 110-91(6) — Violation #721

    All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The plastic handles on a dramatic play kitchen set on the playground were broken as well as another piece of plastic causing sharp edges. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-Low risk6/25/2026

    .0604(u) — Violation #1811

    Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. A shelter-in-place drill was last conducted March 16, 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.

8Total Violations
8Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Estimated monthly cost

$763/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: 199
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 9

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