The Learning Experience @ Cary
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 2 inspections since 2025, the issues cited most often were Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (2), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Children's Records & Files (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Oct 17, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Human Milk, Formula and Other Bottled Beverages Including Sippy Cups, Sent From Child's Home Were Not Fully Prepared, Dated, and Labeled for the Appropriate…
child. Three bottles were observed today with no date on them. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on
- A Safe Indoor and Outdoor Environment Was Not Provided for the Children.
Cabinets behind the changing table in Infant room 2 were unlocked and accessible to the children. The staff had their purses stored in the cabinets and plastic bags were also stored in the cabinets. Violation con
- Emergency Medical Care Information Did Not Contain Information Needed for Safe Medical Treatment.
Three children's files were found to have expired parental permission for emergency medical care. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 10/28/2025
Apr 17, 20252 Findings2 Important
- Human Milk, Formula and Other Bottled Beverages Including Sippy Cups, Sent From Child's Home Were Not Fully Prepared, Dated, and Labeled for the Appropriate…
child. The Child Care Consultant observed one sippy cup and container of food to not be labeled with the correct information, id
- A Safe Indoor and Outdoor Environment Was Not Provided for the Children.
During today's visit, the lock on the door leading into the staff lounge was found to not be working properly. The door would not lock when closed. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider o