FIRST GRACE ACADEMY
CHARLOTTE, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address2835 W SUGAR CREEK ROAD CHARLOTTE, NC 28262 (980) 406-3858
CountyMecklenburg
Phone(980) 406-3858
Operating details
Capacity92
License dateAugust 20, 2024
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/4/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High1
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
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Location
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2835 W SUGAR CREEK ROAD CHARLOTTE, NC 28262 (980) 406-3858, CHARLOTTE, NC 28262
Questions to ask on a tour
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- 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
- Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/4/2026
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2026
- Medium riskStandard 156/4/2026
15A NCAC 18A .2804(d) — Violation #533
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child. A child's bottle was not dated or labeled with her name. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk6/4/2026
.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. The laundry room door was unlocked. There were cleaning products accessible to children inside the laundry room. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - High risk6/4/2026
G.S. 110-90.2(b) — Violation #1041
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. A new employee who began work on 5/18/26 was not qualified through the ABCMS background unit. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk6/4/2026
G.S. 110-91( — Violation #1043
All staff records, except financial records, were not made available for review. A new employee hired 5/18/26 did not have a completed file to review. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk6/4/2026
GS 110-91(9) — Violation #1301
Center did not maintain a record of daily attendance. Attendance was not documented in Space B2. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk6/4/2026
G.S. 110-90.2(b) — Violation #1757
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. A new employee hired 5/18/26 did not have a valid qualification letter on file. 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.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- 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
$712/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: 92
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 2
What parents actually pay
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