Wonder Academy
Quick Facts
Missing details such as transportation or rates? Suggest an update to help other families.
Contact Information
📞 (704) 624-7499Reviews
Write a Review
Be the first to review this childcare provider. Write a review about Wonder Academy. Let other families know what's great, or what could be improved. Please read our brief review guidelines to make your review as helpful as possible.
About the Provider
Wonder Academy is a Creative Arts Preschool dedicated to unlocking children's natural gifts through play, movement, and the arts in a quality learning environment. We serve children that are infant-12 years old while following a 5-part curriculum. Our students are exposed to developmentally appropriate enrichment experiences, and are taught by highly qualified teachers that have a heart for active learning through the arts. Our families and community make up our Wonder Network of resources and connections. Discovery Starts Here!
Wonder Academy is a Creative Arts Preschool dedicated to unlocking children's natural gifts through play, movement, and the arts in a quality learning environment. We serve children that are infant-12 years old while following a 5-part curriculum. Our students are exposed to developmentally appropriate enrichment experiences, and are taught by highly qualified teachers that have a heart for active learning through the arts. Our families and community make up our Wonder Network of resources and connections. Discovery Starts Here!
Hours of Operation
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Date | Type | Violations | Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-10 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2026-02-10 | Violation | 428 | GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) |
| A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In space #12, I observed an activity plan not current, it was dated for 2/2/26 through 2/6/26. | |||
| 2026-02-10 | Violation | 721 | G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) |
| All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space #12, I observed a kitchen set in the dramatic center that was broken. I observed a few wooden planks that were broken and in need of repair by the fence on the playground used by older children. | |||
| 2026-02-10 | Violation | 840 | .2820(b) |
| 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. In space #4, I observed a diaper cream on a shelf that was below five (5) feet. | |||
| 2026-02-10 | Violation | 843 | 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) |
| A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space #6, I observed an expired EPI pen dated for 1/27/26. | |||
| 2026-02-10 | Violation | 1123 | 10A NCAC 09 .1002(a) |
| All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards. On the large bus, several backseats were in need of repair due to torn upholstery. I also observed a plastic jar of motor oil in a crate at the front of the bus. | |||
| 2026-02-10 | Violation | 1821 | .0607(d)(8) |
| The EPR Plan did not include the date of the last revision of the plan. The date of the last revision plan is dated for 12/13/24. | |||
| 2025-12-11 | Announced Inspection | No | |
| 2025-10-02 | Announced Inspection | No | |
| 2025-05-20 | Announced Inspection | No | |
| 2025-02-11 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2025-02-11 | Violation | 1035 | .0701(a) |
| 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 (1) file had an emergency information form that was not updated annually. | |||
| 2025-02-11 | Violation | 1792 | .0901(i) |
| 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 #6, I observed a teacher "sports" beverage on top of the children’s cubbies. | |||
| 2025-01-15 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2025-01-15 | Violation | 721 | G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) |
| All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. I observed a small grey storage bin with the door out of place, this was corrected during the visit. | |||
| 2024-12-20 | Unannounced Inspection | No | 1224-216L |
| 2024-12-05 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-12-05 | Violation | 434 | 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) |
| The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. The following learning centers had little to no items: Language/Literacy, Manipulatives, Blocks and Dramatic/Creative Play. This is a repeat violation. | |||
| 2024-12-05 | Violation | 486 | .0510(e)(2) |
| For children under three years of age, materials were not kept in a space with related equipment and materials. Materials from all learning centers were scattered on the floor throughout the classroom causing potential tripping hazards. | |||
| 2024-12-05 | Violation | 488 | .0510(e)(3) |
| For children under three years of age, materials were not offered in sufficient quantity to allow all children to use them at some time during the day and to allow for a range of choices. I observed 4-5 books on a different shelf in the learning center, this classroom has eleven (11) children enrolled. This is a repeat violation. | |||
| 2024-12-05 | Violation | 604 | 15A NCAC 18A .2818(a) |
| Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage. In space #4, the children’s sink by the teacher area needed cleaning. | |||
| 2024-12-05 | Violation | 620 | 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) |
| All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. In space #3, I observed the back door with green paint on the sides. In space #4, the wall by the children’s sink had blue residue. In space #6, I observed the wall behind the overturned shelf with several areas where paint was chipped. | |||
| 2024-12-05 | Violation | 721 | G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) |
| All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space #6, the black table in the dramatic center was observed with a loose leg. This is a repeat violation. | |||
| 2024-12-05 | Violation | 840 | .2820(b) |
| 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. In space #4, I observed the key to the closet inside of the lock, we reviewed that this is would be considered unlocked and that the key needs to be separate from the lock, I observed the contents inside and staff’s personal items were located below five feet. This is a repeat violation. | |||
| 2024-10-24 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-10-24 | Violation | 840 | .2820(b) |
| 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. In space #4, I observed teacher's personal belongings with hazardous materials below five feet and not behind locked key. | |||
| 2024-09-18 | Unannounced Inspection | No | 0924-230A |
| 2024-09-12 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-09-12 | Violation | 434 | 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) |
| The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. In space #6, I observed the following learning areas with little to no activities and not enough materials present enough for children to engage in play simultaneously: - Library - Cozy - Dramatic play | |||
| 2024-09-12 | Violation | 840 | .2820(b) |
| 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. In space #12, I observed a soap bottle with a warning label of “Keep out of reach of children”. | |||
| 2024-09-12 | Violation | 842 | 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) |
| A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. I observed an expired topical ointment in space #6. | |||
| 2024-09-12 | Violation | 1792 | .0901(i) |
| 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 #10, I observed an energy canned beverage that belonged to a staff member. | |||
| 2024-08-20 | Announced Inspection | No | |
| 2024-03-20 | Unannounced Inspection | No | 0324-174L |
| 2024-02-13 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 106 | 10A NCAC 09 .0304(a) |
| 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 most current fire inspection completed failed on 2/6/24, the previous fire inspection was completed on a copy was not sent after completion. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 434 | 10A NCAC 09 .0509(2) |
| The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development. Space #6 did not have at least four (4) activity centers identified with sufficient materials to provide a variety of play experiences for children. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 488 | .0510(e)(3) |
| For children under three years of age, materials were not offered in sufficient quantity to allow all children to use them at some time during the day and to allow for a range of choices. In space #6, I observed two (2) books for a classroom of nine (9) children. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 721 | G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) |
| All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In space #3 I observed a blue couch with rips and tears. In space #6 I observed a carpet with a corner significantly raised that could cause a tripping hazard. In the outdoor learning environment, I observed a basketball that needed to be replaced. This is a repeat violation. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 807 | 10A NCAC 09 .0601(a) |
| A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children. I observed standing water in several areas on the playground for school-age children. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 842 | 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) |
| A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In space #3, I observed a topical ointment without a permission form. This is a repeat violation. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 858 | .0604(q) |
| Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. In space #8 where children under 3 years of age were present, I observed a plastic bag covering a toilet. This is a repeat violation. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 1034 | .0701(a) |
| All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. R.W completed the health questionnaire after the first day of employment. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 1035 | .0701(a) |
| 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. I.G completed the emergency information form after the first day of employment. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 1048 | .1102(c) |
| 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. First Aid certification was not on file for D.R. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 1049 | .1102(d) |
| 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. Completion of CPR was not on file for D.R. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 1054 | 10A NCAC 09 .1106(a) |
| Documentation of staff's on-going training was not on file and/or was not current . M.K did not have on-going training recorded and not on file. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 1124 | 10A NCAC 09 .1003(d) |
| Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported. Two (2) children's photographs were missing from the emergency and identifying information for transportation. | |||
| 2024-02-13 | Violation | 1876 | .1803(a)(9) |
| A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. In space #10 I overheard a teacher threaten a child that they would be excluded from the class party several times. | |||
| 2023-08-28 | Announced Inspection | No | |
| 2023-08-04 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2023-08-04 | Violation | 323 | 10A NCAC 09 .1403(h)(1-3) |
| Prior to supervising children on an aquatic activity, and annually, staff did not sign and date a statement that they had reviewed the center's policies on aquatic activities. The aquatic policy was reviewed with AA after the first day of employment. | |||
| 2023-08-04 | Violation | 491 | .0511(b)(1) |
| Caregiver did not respond at the earliest opportunity to an infant or toddler’s physical and emotional needs. I observed and heard infants in space #1 unhappy and crying for long periods of time. | |||
| 2023-08-04 | Violation | 1030 | .0302(d)(1)(A) |
| Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. Applications were not on file for all new staff files. | |||
| 2023-08-04 | Violation | 1032 | 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) |
| Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. The medical report for ST was completed after employment. LS and AA did not complete their medical report on the required document provided by DCDEE. JC did not have a medical report on file. | |||
| 2023-08-04 | Violation | 1033 | .0701(a) |
| On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. ST and AA completed a TB Test/Screening after their first day of employment. | |||
| 2023-08-04 | Violation | 1034 | .0701(a) |
| All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. The health questionnaire was completed after employment for ST and OM. JC did not have a health questionnaire on file. | |||
| 2023-08-04 | Violation | 1045 | .1101(a) |
| New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Orientation for the first six (6) weeks of employment was not completed for LS. I observed orientation topics for the first two (2) weeks and the first six (6) weeks for ST, being completed all in one (1) day, the orientation form was not completed as required and accurately. | |||
| 2023-08-04 | Violation | 1067 | .1101(a)(b) |
| Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. LS and OM did not complete at least six clock hours of training in the required topic areas within the first two (2) weeks of employment. | |||
| 2023-08-04 | Violation | 1233 | 10A NCAC 09 .0514(g) |
| Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. Operational and personnel were not reviewed on the first day of employment with AA. | |||
| 2023-08-04 | Violation | 1890 | .0701(d) |
| Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. Medical documents for all new staff files reviewed were not maintained separate. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 323 | 10A NCAC 09 .1403(h)(1-3) |
| Prior to supervising children on an aquatic activity, and annually, staff did not sign and date a statement that they had reviewed the center's policies on aquatic activities. The aquatic policy was reviewed with AA after the first day of employment. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 491 | .0511(b)(1) |
| Caregiver did not respond at the earliest opportunity to an infant or toddler’s physical and emotional needs. On 8/4/23, I observed and heard infants in space #1 unhappy and crying for long periods of time. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 526 | 10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) |
| Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. A current menu was not posted in the lobby, the classrooms, or the kitchen. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 601 | 15A NCAC 18A .2806(j)(2) |
| Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below. In space #3, I observed a refrigerator without a thermometer. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 608 | 15A NCAC 18A .2803(c) |
| Children did not wash their hands upon arrival at the center, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, before and after water activity play, after outside play, and after handling animals or animal cages. I observed children in space #7, not wash hands before eating. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 721 | G.S. 110-91(6); .0601(b) |
| All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair. In spaces #4, #6, #8 I observed carpets visibly dirty and in need of cleaning. The outdoor fence on the playground used by older children was coming undone at the top. I observed one (1) toilet by space #6 in need of repair. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 840 | .2820(b) |
| 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. I observed an aerosol can of sunscreen on the console of the vehicle used for transportation. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 842 | 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(a & b) |
| A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional. In spaces #2, #3, #6, #8 and #10 permission forms for topical ointments were not completed as required and forms were not being completed for all present topical ointments. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 843 | 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) |
| A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In spaces #7 and #8 I observed expired topical ointments. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 844 | .0803(2)(a) |
| Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional. In space #2 I observed one (1) prescribed diaper cream without the original prescribed label. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 858 | .0604(q) |
| Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age. I observed a plastic bag covering a toilet by space #7. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 887 | .0606(g) |
| Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month. Sleep checks were not completed for several infants between the dates of 7/7/23 and 7/25/23. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 1030 | .0302(d)(1)(A) |
| Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. Applications were not on file for all new staff files reviewed on 8/4/23. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 1032 | 10A NCAC 09 .0701(a) |
| Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months. The medical report for ST was completed after employment. LS and AA did not complete their medical report on the required document provided by DCDEE. JC did not have a medical report on file. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 1033 | .0701(a) |
| On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months. ST and AA completed a TB Test/Screening after their first day of employment. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 1034 | .0701(a) |
| All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement. The health questionnaire was completed after employment for ST and OM. JC did not have a health questionnaire on file. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 1041 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) |
| Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed. Jordan Carone did not complete a criminal background check prior to employment. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 1045 | .1101(a) |
| New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Orientation for the first six (6) weeks of employment was not completed for LS. I observed orientation topics for the first two (2) weeks and the first six (6) weeks for ST, being completed all in one (1) day, the orientation form was not completed as required and accurately. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 1067 | .1101(a)(b) |
| Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. LS and OM did not complete at least six clock hours of training in the required topic areas within the first two (2) weeks of employment. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 1233 | 10A NCAC 09 .0514(g) |
| Each employee's personnel file did not contain a signed and dated statement that they received a job description and that they have received personnel and operational policies. Operational and personnel were not reviewed on the first day of employment with AA. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 1757 | G.S. 110-90.2(b) & (d) & .2703(e) |
| A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility. Jordan Carone did not have a qualification letter on file and available for review. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 1876 | .1803(a)(9) |
| A child was yelled at, shamed, humiliated, frightened, threatened or bullied. I overheard a teacher in space #8 yell loudly and harshly at a child during nap time. | |||
| 2023-08-01 | Violation | 1890 | .0701(d) |
| Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file. Medical documents for all new staff files reviewed on 8/4/23 were not maintained separate. | |||
| 2023-02-14 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2023-02-14 | Violation | 428 | GS 110-91(12); .0508(a) |
| A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. In space #12 I observed a lesson plan dated for January of 2023. | |||
| 2023-02-14 | Violation | 860 | .0604(q) |
| Balloons were accessible to children. In space #8 I observed multiple balloons in the classroom space. | |||
| 2023-02-14 | Violation | 1030 | .0302(d)(1)(A) |
| Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff. C.C, G.R and V.S did not have an application for employment on file. | |||
| 2023-02-14 | Violation | 1045 | .1101(a) |
| New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks. Staff member G.R did not have at least 16 hours of orientation within the fist 6 weeks of employment. | |||
| 2023-02-14 | Violation | 1067 | .1101(a)(b) |
| Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Staff member G.R did not complete six clock hours of training within the first two weeks of employment. Teachers L.V, A. L and V.S completed five (5) hours of training within the first two weeks of employment. | |||
| 2022-10-26 | Unannounced Inspection | Yes | |
| 2022-10-26 | Violation | 431 | .0508(g)(2) |
| The activity plan did not provide at least 4 different activities daily listed in GS 110-91(12): art/creative play; books; blocks; manipulatives; and family living and dramatic play, including one of which is outdoors if weather conditions permit. In space #6 I observed a lesson plan dated for this week Oct. 24th to Oct. 28th with only one (1) daily activity for Thursday and Friday. There were only two (2) daily activities listed for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. | |||
| 2022-10-26 | Violation | 620 | 15A NCAC 18A .2825(a) |
| All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair. In space #6, I observed several walls needing repairs. | |||
| 2022-10-26 | Violation | 843 | 10A NCAC 09 .0803(1)(d) |
| A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date. In space #4 and space #3, I observed two (2) sunscreens expired. | |||
| 2022-10-26 | Violation | 846 | 10A NCAC 09 .0803(4) |
| Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional. In space #4, I observed one (1) diaper cream with an expired authorization form. | |||
| 2022-04-21 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-03-30 | Announced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-03-22 | Unannounced Inspection | No | |
| 2022-03-01 | Announced Inspection | Yes | |
Showing the 100 most recent of 104 records.
If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.
Providers in ZIP Code 28079
Looking for Child Care?