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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.4 / 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.4 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects an NC 5-Star Rated License rating of Level 4 (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 4 (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
- Family Child Care Home
- 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 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (3), Children's Records & Files (1), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jul 30, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Health Questionnaire Was Not Completed Annually.
The provider did not complete the health questionnaire. The last completed questionnaire expired3/13/2025. Violation corrected during visit
✓ Corrected at visit
- The Operator Did Not Complete the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care Training Within the Required Timeframe And/or Documentation of Completion…
of the training was not on file. The provider did not complete the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training
Oct 1, 20243 Findings3 Important
- Screen Time Was Not Prohibited for Children Under the Age of Three.
The operator did not offer alternative activities for children under the age of three years. Screen time was given to children ages 1-4 years old. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 10/
- Accurate Records Were Not Maintained for All Staff and Children.
Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 10/7/2024
- Operator Did Not Provide a Written Statement to Parents Regarding the Smoking and Tobacco Restriction.
Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 10/7/2024