LEAFSPRING SCHOOL

CHARLOTTE, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

2.5based on state inspection data
Capacity158
Est. price$675/mo

Contact information

Address9829 PROVIDENCE ROAD WEST CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 (704) 909-4525

CityCHARLOTTE, NC 28277

CountyMecklenburg

Phone(704) 909-4525

Websitewww.rainbowstation.org

Operating details

Capacity158

SubsidiesY

License dateAugust 8, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/22/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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9829 PROVIDENCE ROAD WEST CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 (704) 909-4525, 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: 6/22/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 106/22/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0803(4)(6 — Violation #847

    Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. Medical authorization for one child in space #2 did not include the time frame, where and when to apply the diaper cream. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk6/22/2026

    .0701(a) — Violation #1034

    All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. One staff member's health questionnaire on file was dated September 3, 2024. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk6/22/2026

    .0701(a) — Violation #1035

    Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually. One staff member's emergency information on file was dated September 3, 2024. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 106/22/2026

    10A NCAC 09 .0514(f) — Violation #1232

    Each employee's personnel file did not contain an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan. One staff member did not have verification on file that an annual staff evaluation and a staff development plan had been completed. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk6/22/2026

    GS110-91(1) — Violation #1321

    Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission. One child had a medical report on file that a physician had completed the bottom portion however, the top portion was not completed and signed by a parent. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  6. High risk6/22/2026

    G.S. 110-90.2 — Violation #1805

    A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days. A staff roster including all staff members has not been completed in the NC DHHS Automated Background Check Management System. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-Low risk6/22/2026

    .0604(u) — Violation #1811

    Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete. The last shelter-in-place drill was 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.

7Total Violations
7Recent 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

$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: CHARLOTTE, Mecklenburg County
  • Capacity: 158
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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