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Knightdale, NC 27545 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Atru Stars Family Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 10
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $201
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About
About Atru Stars Family Childcare
Atru Stars Family Childcare is a licensed home daycare in Knightdale, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 10 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 10 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 10 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Atru Stars Family Childcare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a home daycare in Wake County has a median price of $201 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$307
Home daycare$217
Toddler
Center$251
Home daycare$201
Preschool
Center$189
Home daycare$202
School age
Center$99
Home daycare$112
State record
Inspection reports for Atru Stars Family Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Family CC Home License
- Capacity
- 10 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92004023
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 8, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 10 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Records and paperwork 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Transportation 1
For comparison: 92% of North Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Apr 8, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Outdoor stationary play equipment was not anchored and/or equipment was installed over concrete or asphalt.
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2026
Apr 8, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Outdoor stationary play equipment was not anchored and/or equipment was installed over concrete or asphalt.
The state verified the correction on Apr 9, 2026
Oct 29, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
Vehicle was not insured for liability as required by State laws governing transportation of passengers pursuant to G.S. 20-279.21.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
The operator did not develop an Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan within four months of completing the Emergency Preparedness and Response in Child Care training and/or the Plan was not completed on the template provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2025
A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days.
The state verified the correction on Nov 26, 2025
Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment.
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2025
Written record of up-to-date pet vaccinations as required by NC law and local ordinances, including rabies vaccination for dogs and cats, was not available.
The state verified the correction on Nov 14, 2025
Authorization to seek medical care in the parent's absence was not available for three children (JR, KF and RE).
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
- Jul 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 27, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
The written plan of care was not given and explained to parents of children in care on or before the first day the child attended the home. Parents did not sign a statement acknowledging the receipt and explanation of the plan. Parents did not give written permission for their child to be transported by the operator for specific routine tasks that are included on the written schedule.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2025
Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2025
Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment.
The state verified the correction on Mar 5, 2025
Jan 9, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Operator did not complete Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within the required time frame.
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2025
Operator did not successfully complete a CPR course as referenced in Rule.1702(b)(2) CPR training was not renewed on or before the expiration of the certification.
The state verified the correction on Jan 21, 2025
Nov 15, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
Operator did not provide a copy of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy to parents at time of enrollment, and / or within fourteen days of a changes to the policy.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
Operator and/or staff member did not have permission from the parent to walk children off-premises for play or outings.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
Summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to each child's parent, guardian, or full-time custodian before the child was enrolled in the home and/or signed statement was not on file.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
Copy of each child's immunization record, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
- Oct 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Atru Stars Family Childcare
Is Atru Stars Family Childcare licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Atru Stars Family Childcare last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on April 8, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Atru Stars Family Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 6 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 17 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 92% of North Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Atru Stars Family Childcare care for?
10, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Atru Stars Family Childcare accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Atru Stars Family Childcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Atru Stars Family Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (984) 848-6428 to ask.
What is Atru Stars Family Childcare's phone number?
(984) 848-6428.
Where is Atru Stars Family Childcare?
Knightdale, NC 27545. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.