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Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs
- licensed capacity
- 199
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $307
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About
About Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs
Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs is a licensed child care center in Holly Springs, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 199 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 43 visits in the last 3 years and cited 61 rules across 18 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 199 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 199 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Wake County has a median price of $307 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 Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 199 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92003800
Summary
43 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 20, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 20 of 43 visits · 61 rules in all · 61 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 10
- Records and paperwork 10
- Building, equipment and play areas 9
- Safety and hazards 9
- Food and nutrition 9
- Discipline and child guidance 6
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Safe sleep 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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- Aug 20, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 10, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics.
The state verified the correction on Mar 19, 2026
Staff required to receive on-going training had not completed the required number of hours according to their education and experience.
The state verified the correction on Mar 12, 2026
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.
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
Children did not wash their hands upon arrival at the center, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, before and after water activity play, after outside play, and after handling animals or animal cages.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2026
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence)
Corrected during the visit
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.
Corrected during the visit
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook.
Corrected during the visit
A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Each child did not have an opportunity to be outdoors daily, if weather conditions permitted.
The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2026
- Feb 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 17, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Running water, soap and individual sanitary towels, or other approved hand-drying devices were not supplied at each lavatory.
The state verified the correction on Feb 20, 2026
- Dec 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 7, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 15, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with new staff prior to providing care with children and/or a signed acknowledgement with all the required information was not maintained in the staff person's file.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2025
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 2025
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2025
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2025
Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff.
The state verified the correction on Oct 16, 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.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children.
The state verified the correction on Oct 15, 2025
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Oct 22, 2025
Show 34 earlier visits
- Aug 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 22, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2025
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2025
Apr 22, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
The operator did not notify the parent of each child enrolled in writing of the smoking and tobacco restriction.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2025
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Apr 23, 2025
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.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2025
- Mar 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 19, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2024
Nov 19, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Potentially hazardous items such as archery equipment, hand and power tools, nails, chemicals, or propane stoves, were not stored in locked areas or with other safeguards, or removed from the premises.
Corrected during the visit
Emergency information did not name childs health care professional. One child's file did not have a hospital preference listed.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2024
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2024
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence)
Corrected during the visit
- Oct 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 9, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on Sep 19, 2024
Diaper changing surfaces were not cleaned with a detergent solution and disinfected after each use.
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2024
- Sep 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 2, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Each infant was not served only bottles labeled with their individual name.
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2024
- Jun 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 5, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2024
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
Corrected during the visit
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
Corrected during the visit
Jun 5, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jun 6, 2024
On or before the first day of work, all staff, including the director and individuals who volunteer more than once per week did not provide results indicating that they were free of active TB and/or TB test or screening was older than 12 months.
Corrected during the visit
Child care providers and uncompensated providers who are not substitute providers or volunteers, including the director did not have a medical report on file prior to employment that was signed by a health care professional and/ or the medical report was older than 12 months.
Corrected during the visit
- May 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 1, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
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.
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 19, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
An incident report was not completed and mailed to a Division representative within seven days after the incident when medical treatment was required.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2024
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.
Corrected during the visit
For children under three years of age, developmentally appropriate toys and activities were not provided as outlined in Rule.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2024
The materials and equipment indoors and outdoors were not sufficient to provide a variety of play experiences to promote the children's emotional and social development, health and physical development, approaches to play and learning, language and communication development, and cognitive development.
The state verified the correction on Apr 2, 2024
- Feb 28, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 20, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Mar 6, 2024
- Feb 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 12, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
Food was not kept free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
Toilet fixtures were not cleaned and disinfected at least daily and when visibly soiled.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbant, easily cleanable material.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence)
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2024
Feb 12, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
Food was not kept free from spoilage, filth, or other contamination.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
Toilet fixtures were not cleaned and disinfected at least daily and when visibly soiled.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbant, easily cleanable material.
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence)
The state verified the correction on Feb 28, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Feb 27, 2024
Feb 2, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.
The state verified the correction on Sep 6, 2024
Child was handled roughly.
The state verified the correction on Sep 6, 2024
Jan 23, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
Diaper changing surfaces were not cleaned with a detergent solution and disinfected after each use.
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2024
Staff did not wash their hands thoroughly before beginning work, before/after handling food, before bottle feeding or serving to other children, after toileting or handling body fluids, after diaper changing and after handling soiled items.
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2024
Children did not wash their hands upon arrival at the center, after each visit to the toilet, before eating, before and after water activity play, after outside play, and after handling animals or animal cages.
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2024
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 state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2024
Multi-use articles, including highchair feeding trays, were not washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use.
The state verified the correction on Feb 9, 2024
Jan 16, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2024
Dec 18, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2023
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Dec 21, 2023
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
- Nov 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs
Is Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 20, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 43 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 61 rules across 20 of 43 visits in the last 3 years; 61 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 Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs care for?
199, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 367-0088 to ask.
What is Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs' phone number?
(919) 367-0088.
Where is Big Blue Marble Academy Holly Springs?
150 Rosewood Centre, Holly Springs, NC 27540. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Dreamers Preschool, 0.2 miles away.