Lyon Park Head Start
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, School-Age
- 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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (2), Children's Records & Files (1), and Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Sep 2, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Refrigerator(s) Did Not Maintain a Temperature of 45 Degrees F. or Below.
The refrigerator maintained a temperature of 49 degrees Fahrenheit during today's visit. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 9/11/2025
Feb 11, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Refrigerator(s) Did Not Maintain a Temperature of 45 Degrees F. or Below.
The refrigerator was observed not having a working thermometer during today's visit. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/13/2025
- Application for Enrollment Did Not Include All Required Information.
A child's file dated 9/12/24 did not have the health care needs updated as changes occurred with two medical action plans. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/13/2025
Sep 5, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Minimum Staff/child Ratios and Group Sizes for the Number and Ages of Children in Care Were Not Met.
Minimum staff/child ratio was not maintained in classroom space A during today's visit. Classroom space A consisted of 13 (4 year old children) with one teacher. Violation confirmed co
- Electrical Outlets and Power Strips, Not in Use, Which Were Located in Space Used by Children Did Not Have Safety Outlets or Were Not Covered with Safety Plugs…
unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child. Safety outlets were missing in classroom space