Oakcrest Preparatory 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.2 / 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.2 / 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 2 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects an NC 5-Star Rated License rating of Level 1 (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 1 (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 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3), Hazardous Materials Handling (1), and First Aid & Pediatric CPR (1). Of 5 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Jul 31, 20251 Finding1 Important
- 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. In Spaces 6 and 1
Feb 4, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Electrical Cords Were Accessible to Infants and Toddlers.
In Space 4 the electrical cord from a sound machine was accessible to children. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/6/2025
- 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 Spaces 8 and 9, cotton balls were accessible to children. In Space 9 musical instruments were in a bag labeled not for children under th
Feb 8, 20242 Findings1 Critical1 Important
- First Aid Kit And/or Fire Extinguisher Was Not Located in Vehicle; Kit And/or Extinguisher Was Not Mounted or Secured if in Passenger Area.
Bus 1 the first aid kit was observed in the front open compartment on the passenger side of the van. Van 2 the fire extinguisher was observed in
- All Equipment and Furnishings Were Not in Good Repair.
A plastic bin storing material on a shelf in the dramatic play area, accessible to children in care was observed cracked. Violation corrected during visit
✓ Corrected at visit