The Sunshine House, Inc. #144
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.4 / 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 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects an NC 5-Star Rated License rating of Level 4 (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 4 (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 1 inspection since 2026, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), Children's Records & Files (2), and Building & Premises Safety (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Mar 3, 20265 Findings5 Important
- Lavatories Were Not Kept Clean, in Good Repair and Kept Free of Storage.
The top of the toilet located in the restroom of space B4 used by children were cracked and not in good repair. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provider on 4/13/2026
- All Walls and Ceilings Including Doors and Windows Were Not Kept Clean, Free of Visible Fungal Growth, and in Good Repair.
The vents on the ceiling located in space A1-A4 and B1-B4 all displayed a black substance and are not in good repair. Violation confirmed corrected by letter rece
- Children's Records That Include an Application for Enrollment, Medical and Immunization Records, and Permission to Seek Emergency Medical Care Was Not on File…
for each child. One child did not have a immunization record on file for review. Please refer to children's record for additio
- Medical Exam or Health Assessment Record Was Not on File Before or Within 30 Days After Admission.
One child did not have a health assessment on file for review. Please refer to children's record for additional information. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from provide
- Distance Learning Was Used to Complete First Aid, CPR And/or Playground Safety Training.
One staff member completed first Aid/ CPR using distance learning. Please refer to staff and training worksheet for additional information. Violation confirmed corrected by letter received from pr