Early Foundations Academy
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.5 / 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.3 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 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
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:20 25
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 1 inspection since 2026, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (1), Curriculum & Developmental Programming (1), and Hazardous Materials Handling (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
May 18, 20265 Findings5 Important
- Staff/child Ratios Applicable to a Classroom, Were Not Posted in Each Classroom.
Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom were not posted in space five (5) and space three (3). Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 5/27/2026
- A Current Activity Plan Was Not Posted for Each Group of Children for Reference.
A current activity plan was not posted in space one (1). Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 5/27/2026
- 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. Two (2) aerosol
- All Staff Records, Except Financial Records, Were Not Made Available for Review.
Some staff and program records were not available for review. Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consultant on 5/27/2026
- Staff Required to Receive On-going Training Had Not Completed the Required Number of Hours According to Their Education and Experience.
Two (2)staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience. Viola