SMART KIDS STREAM ACADEMY

CHARLOTTE, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

3.2based on state inspection data
Capacity42
Est. price$750/mo

Contact information

Address8823 ALBEMARLE ROAD CHARLOTTE, NC 28227 (704) 651-6898

CityCHARLOTTE, NC 28227

CountyMecklenburg

Phone(704) 651-6898

Operating details

Capacity42

License dateJune 1, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/9/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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8823 ALBEMARLE ROAD CHARLOTTE, NC 28227 (704) 651-6898, CHARLOTTE, NC 28227

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  3. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
  4. Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/9/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 106/9/2026

    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 fire inspection was completed six (6) days late and not completed annually. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk6/9/2026

    GS 110-91 — Violation #107

    The center did not comply with the permit restrictions. Two (2) school-age children were in attendance at the facility from 6/1/25 to 6/5/26. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk6/9/2026

    GS 110-91(12) — Violation #428

    A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In space #3, the lesson plan had a date of 6/12 to 6/18. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 156/9/2026

    15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) — Violation #601

    Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. The refrigerator in the kitchen read fifty (50) degrees F. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 156/9/2026

    15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) — Violation #841

    Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. A bottle of advil was observed on the table in the lobby. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  6. Medium risk6/9/2026

    .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) staff file did not have the required number of hours completed and recorded. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High risk6/9/2026

    .0901(i) — Violation #1792

    Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care. In space #1A, I observed a staff member’s protein shake, chips and cookies on a classroom table. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High risk6/9/2026

    Violation #1832

    Application did not include health care needs or concerns, symptoms of and the type of response required for the health care needs or concerns. One (1) child's file did not have the health care needs section completed to it's entirety. .0801 (a)(5) Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  9. Medium risk6/9/2026

    .1803(a)(9) — Violation #1876

    A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. In space #1A, a staff member threatened a child during rest/quiet time stating to them that they would call their parents after redirection was not successful. 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.

9Total Violations
9Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$750/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: 42
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 0

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