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Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs

1605 Avent Ferry Rd, Holly Springs, NC 275404.7· 100 reviews
licensed capacity
193
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$307

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About Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs

Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs is a licensed child care center in Holly Springs, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 193 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 25 visits in the last 3 years and cited 35 rules across 11 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-age

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
193 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity193 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Children's Lighthouse of 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.
Wake County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Four Star Center License
Capacity
193 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#92003826
See the state's record

Summary

25 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 17, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 12 of 25 visits · 35 rules in all · 35 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 7
  • Discipline and child guidance 6
  • Safe sleep 5
  • Food and nutrition 5
  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Supervision and ratios 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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  1. Sep 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jun 4, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      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.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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

    • Food and nutrition

      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

  4. Jun 4, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      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.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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

    • Food and nutrition

      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

  5. Apr 28, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.

      The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidance

      A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking.

      The state verified the correction on Jul 31, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidance

      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 Jul 31, 2026

  6. Mar 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jan 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Dec 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Dec 16, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.

      The state verified the correction on Jan 6, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.

      The state verified the correction on Jan 6, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      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 Dec 16, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 16, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      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 Dec 19, 2025

  10. Nov 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 15 earlier visits
  1. Oct 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Sep 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jul 17, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Discipline and child guidance

      A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking.

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Jun 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jan 9, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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

    • Health, medication and illness

      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.

      The state verified the correction on Jan 14, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      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

  7. Dec 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      Food-contact surface and single service articles was not protected from contamination.

      The state verified the correction on Dec 10, 2024

  8. Sep 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Aug 22, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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

    • Health, medication and illness

      Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safe sleep

      All beds,cots, or mats with individual linen were not provided for each child.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      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 Aug 22, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      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 Aug 23, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      Corrected during the visit

  10. Aug 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  11. Jun 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      Children were not adequately supervised at all times.

      The state verified the correction on Nov 4, 2024

  12. Jun 5, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safe sleep

      Bed, cribs, playpens, cots or mats were not placed at least 18" apart or separated by partitions when in use.

      The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2024

  13. Apr 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  14. Mar 4, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care.

      The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      Someone less than 18 years old had responsibility for, or was left in charge of a group of children.

      The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.

      Corrected during the visit

  15. Feb 26, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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 11, 2024

    • Safe sleep

      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 11, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illness

      A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.

      The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.

      The state verified the correction on Mar 11, 2024

Copied from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs

Is Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs licensed?

Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 25 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 35 rules across 12 of 25 visits in the last 3 years; 35 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 Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs care for?

193, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs' hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 346-8226 to ask.

What is Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs' phone number?

(919) 346-8226.

Where is Children's Lighthouse of Holly Springs?

1605 Avent Ferry Rd, Holly Springs, NC 27540. The nearest other daycare we list is Primrose School at Holly Grove, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).