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Apex, NC 27502 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Creative Schools of Apex
- licensed capacity
- 135
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $307
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About
About Creative Schools of Apex
Creative Schools of Apex is a licensed child care center in Apex, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 135 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 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 3 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
- 135 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 135 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Creative Schools of Apex 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 Creative Schools of Apex
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 135 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92003485
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 7, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 8 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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- May 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 19, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2025
All staff did not review the center's EPR Plan during orientation and/or on an annual basis with the trained staff. Documentation of the review was not maintained on file.
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2025
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Jun 30, 2025
The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed.
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2025
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
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
- Feb 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 17, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
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
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
Corrected during the visit
All walls and ceilings including doors and windows were not kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jul 28, 2024
- May 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 7, 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
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FAQ
Questions about Creative Schools of Apex
Is Creative Schools of Apex licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Creative Schools of Apex last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 7, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Creative Schools of Apex had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 3 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Creative Schools of Apex care for?
135, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Creative Schools of Apex accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Creative Schools of Apex's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Creative Schools of Apex cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 355-4944 to ask.
What is Creative Schools of Apex's phone number?
(919) 355-4944.
Where is Creative Schools of Apex?
1201 Old Raleigh Rd, Apex, NC 27502.