Kindercare at Duke St
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.4 / 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
- 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 3 inspections since 2026, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
May 18, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Plastic Bags, Materials That Could Be Torn Apart and Toy Parts Small Enough to Be Swallowed Were Accessible to Children Under Three Years of Age.
In space #3 plastic grocery bags storing clothes/pull-ups were in cubbies accessible to the children under three years of age. Violation c
Apr 23, 20261 Finding1 Important
- Each Infant Was Not Served Only Bottles Labeled with Their Individual Name.
A child in Infant B was given the wrong bottles to drink during two feedings. Violation corrected during visit
✓ Corrected at visit
Jan 14, 20263 Findings3 Important
- Staff/child Ratios Applicable to a Classroom, Were Not Posted in Each Classroom.
The center has chosen to meet staff/child ratio requirements set forth by the National Accreditation Commission for Early Care and Education Programs. The staff/child ratio form for accreditation was no
- A Drug or Medication Was Administered Without Written Authorization And/or Instructions From a Child's Parent or Authorized Health Professional.
A medication authorization form was not on file for zinc oxide in space #1. Violation confirmed corrected by follow-up visit made by consul
- Plastic Bags, Materials That Could Be Torn Apart and Toy Parts Small Enough to Be Swallowed Were Accessible to Children Under Three Years of Age.
In space #3 small wiggly eyes were being used for an art project with the children under three years of age. Violation confirmed corrected