Little Ladybug's Place To Grow, LLC
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.3 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects an NC 5-Star Rated License rating of Level 3 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects North Carolina's licensing baseline. North Carolina caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:20. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 20 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- NC 5-Star Rated License Level 3 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 10 Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:20 25
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jan 14, 20264 Findings4 Important
- Staff/child Ratios Applicable to a Classroom, Were Not Posted in Each Classroom.
In space nine (9) the staff and child ratio was not posted. Violation corrected during visit
✓ Corrected at visit
- Swings Did Not Have Surfacing That Extends Two Times the Length of the Pivot Point to the Surface Below Beyond the External Limits of the Equipment.
Protective surface around the swings did not have the correct dept of surface material. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received
- 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 number s
- When Equipment on the Outdoor Learning Environment Met One of the Exceptions Outlined in .0605(m)(1-4), the Protective Surfacing Did Not Meet The…
specifications in rule. The critical height of the climbing structure which is higher than five (5) feet and less than seven (7) feet did n
Dec 17, 20251 Finding1 Important
- A Current Activity Plan Was Not Posted for Each Group of Children for Reference.
In space 4, the posted activity plan did not have a date documented to verify the current date. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 12/29/2025