Little Friends Learning Center

ALBEMARLE, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity50
Est. price$712/mo

Contact information

Address1210 Freeman Ave ALBEMARLE, NC 28001 (704) 983-6610

CityALBEMARLE, NC 28001

CountyStanly

Phone(704) 983-6610

Operating details

Capacity50

SubsidiesY

License dateJanuary 3, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/17/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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1210 Freeman Ave ALBEMARLE, NC 28001 (704) 983-6610, ALBEMARLE, NC 28001

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. They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/17/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 156/17/2026

    15A NCAC 18A .2821(a) — Violation #615

    Beds, cots and mats were not in good repair, properly handled, stored, or clean and sanitized between users. An infant's crib and linens were being used to store classroom equipment. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk6/17/2026

    G.S. 110-91(6) — Violation #721

    All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. The yellow bus playground equipment had chipping paint and the white boarder had jagged edges. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 106/17/2026

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

    Parent's medication authorization did not include required information. A child's parent medication authorization form did not state the amount of medication to give. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk6/17/2026

    .1102(c) — Violation #1048

    All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. The first aid certification for staff member L.S. expired 2/2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk6/17/2026

    .1102(d) — Violation #1049

    All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file. The CPR certification for staff member, L.S. expired 2/2026. 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.

5Total Violations
5Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • 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: ALBEMARLE, Stanly County
  • Capacity: 50
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 2

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