Burton Elementary School
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.5 / 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.2 / 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 5 (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 5 (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
- Preschool
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Preschool 1:20 25
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Curriculum & Developmental Programming (1), Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Apr 22, 20261 Finding1 Important
- A Screening Assessing Development Was Not Conducted Within 90 Days After the First Day of Attendance in the Program or Within Six Months Prior to the First Day…
of attendance and/or the screening was not conducted by a health care, community or school professional trained in administer
Sep 4, 20252 Findings2 Important
- A Current Activity Plan Was Not Posted for Each Group of Children for Reference.
The posted activity plan was for last week. Violation corrected during visit
✓ Corrected at visit
- Incident Logs Were Not Completed and Maintained as Required.
The incident logs were not on the premises today. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 9/17/2025
Sep 12, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Special Diet or Food Allergy Information Was Not Posted Where They Can Be Seen in Food Preparation and Eating Areas.
One child had a food allergy to shellfish. The information was posted in the classroom, but was not posted in the cafeteria (food prep and eating area). Violation co
Feb 15, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Monthly Playground Inspections Were Not Completed And/or They Were Not Completed by an Individual Trained in Playground Safety Requirements.
The last documented playground inspection was completed on 8/28/23. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/19/2024