Kidding Around Childcare
CHARLOTTE, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address4101 West Tyvola Rd CHARLOTTE, NC 28208 (704) 488-1199
CountyMecklenburg
Phone(704) 488-1199
Operating details
Capacity29
License dateFebruary 11, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/15/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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4101 West Tyvola Rd CHARLOTTE, NC 28208 (704) 488-1199, CHARLOTTE, NC 28208
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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: 7/15/2026
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2026
- Medium riskStandard 107/15/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) — Violation #526
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The meal that was served for breakfast did not match what was on the menu that was posted. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk7/15/2026
Violation #828
Air conditioning units were accessible or did not have a guard to keep objects from being thrown into the unit. The door that stores the air conditioning unit on the outdoor learning environment was unlocked and accessible to children. .0604 (m) Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 107/15/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0604(p) — Violation #856
The indoor and/or outdoor premises was not checked once a day, prior to initial use, ensuring debris, and broken equipment was removed and disposed of. The outdoor learning environment had several branches and sticks that may cause a tripping hazard on the larger outdoor learning environment. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(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: 29
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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