Asheville Kids First Academy #117
5835 Oak Ave, Balsam Grove, NC 28708
About Asheville Kids First Academy #117
Asheville Kids First Academy #117 is a group care located in Balsam Grove, North Carolina (28708). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the NC Division of Child Development and Early Education. Licensed capacity is 98 children.
Cost & subsidies in North Carolina
Statewide averages: $980/month infant, $750/month preschool. Most North Carolina families qualify for assistance through NC Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (919) 814-6300).
Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.
Before you enroll
A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Asheville Kids First Academy #117 and any other licensed provider:
- Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
- Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
- Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
- Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
- Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
- Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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