The Learning Collaborative
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
- 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 3 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Medication Administration (1), and Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 3 Inspection Visits
Feb 9, 20262 Findings2 Important
- Leftover Medicines Were Not Returned to the Parent After the Course of Treatment Was Completed, After Authorization Was Withdrawn or After Authorization Had…
expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization. One child
- Documentation of Staff's On-going Training Was Not on File And/or Was Not Current.
One staff member's annual in-service training log was not maintained for 2025. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 2/23/2026
Nov 12, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Openings in Equipment, Steps, Decks, Handrails, and Fencing Were Not Less Than 3 1/2 Inches or Greater Than 9 Inches.
Two sections of the outdoor fence was missing mesh or existing mesh was not connected properly. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 11/1
- Outdoor Play Area Was Not Enclosed by Fence with a Minimum Height of 4 Feet.
The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions. A portion of the outdoor fence was monitored less than six feet, with protrusions. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received fr
Feb 26, 20241 Finding1 Important
- The Schedule of Off Premise Activities Was Not Current And/or Did Not Include Required Information.
The NC Pre-K children in space #6 went on a field trip off site. The schedule was not developed nor posted in the applicable classroom. Violation confirmed corrected by letter receive