Learning As We Go Child Care Center
4008 Mitchell Mill Rd Ste 100, Raleigh, NC
5.0· 3 reviews
Cottontails Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 60
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $307
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About Cottontails Preschool
Cottontails Preschool is a licensed child care center in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 60 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cottontails Preschool 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 Cottontails Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 60 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92004075
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 9, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Records and paperwork 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- 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.
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Jul 9, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
All 5 of the following activity areas were not available daily to each group art/creative play, children's books, blocks/block building, manipulatives, family living/dramatic play.
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2026
A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom.
Corrected during the visit
Apr 17, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
Corrected during the visit
Feb 24, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
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 10, 2026
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
The state verified the correction on Mar 17, 2026
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 Mar 17, 2026
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 Mar 17, 2026
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FAQ
Questions about Cottontails Preschool
Is Cottontails Preschool licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Cottontails Preschool last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 9, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cottontails Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Cottontails Preschool care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Cottontails Preschool accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Cottontails Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Cottontails Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 373-0023 to ask.
What is Cottontails Preschool's phone number?
(919) 373-0023.
Where is Cottontails Preschool?
4020 Mitchell Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616. The nearest other daycare we list is NaNa's Business & Event Center, under 0.1 miles away.