Irene's Hands Family Child Care
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
- 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 2025, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1), and Building & Premises Safety (1). Of 5 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
May 7, 20263 Findings1 Critical2 Important
- Safe Sleep Policy and Poster About Safe Sleep Practices Was Not Posted in a Prominent Place in the Infant Sleeping Room or Area Where Parents and Caregivers…
are able to view daily. This information was not posted in the infant sleeping area. Violation confirmed corrected by letter rec
- Monthly Check for Hazards on the Outdoor Play Area Was Not Completed Using a Form Supplied by the Division.
The last documented outdoor inspection was completed on 3/6/26. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 5/14/2026
- Application Did Not Include Names and Contact Information of Individuals to Whom the Operator May Release the Child as Authorized by the Person Who Signs The…
application. Two children’s applications did not include individuals other than the parent for release. Violation confirmed cor
Dec 11, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Electrical Outlets Not in Use Were Not Covered.
Two outlets in the bathroom were not covered. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 12/17/2025
- Products That Are Labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children" Without Any Other Warnings, Were Not Stored on a Shelf or in an Unlocked Cabinet That Is Five Feet…
above the finished floor. There were several products stored underneath the bathroom cabinet and drawer in the children's bathr