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Early Stages Child Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 94
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $307
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About
About Early Stages Child Care Center
Early Stages Child Care Center is a licensed child care center in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 94 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 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 11 rules across 6 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
- 94 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 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 | 94 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Early Stages Child Care Center 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 Early Stages Child Care Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Center License
- Capacity
- 94 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92003759
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 1, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 8 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Sep 1, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
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 Sep 11, 2026
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Sep 11, 2026
- Aug 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 7, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Prescribed medication was not administered according to the prescription, using the amount and frequency of dosage specified on the label.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
The Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy was not reviewed with parents of currently enrolled children 0-5 within 30 days of adopting the policy.
The state verified the correction on Apr 21, 2026
Oct 23, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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 4, 2025
Apr 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Children's records that include an application for enrollment, medical and immunization records, and permission to seek emergency medical care was not on file for each child.
The state verified the correction on Apr 22, 2025
Nov 12, 2024Inspection3 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 Nov 22, 2024
Staff did not model appropriate eating behaviors by consuming food or beverages that meet the nutritional requirements specified in the Meal Patterns for Children in Child Care Programs in the presence of children in care.
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2024
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 Nov 22, 2024
May 14, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Prescribed medicine was not in original labeled container or accompanied by signed and dated written instructions from prescribing physician or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2024
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 May 15, 2024
- Jan 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Early Stages Child Care Center
Is Early Stages Child Care Center licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Early Stages Child Care Center last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 1, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Early Stages Child Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 6 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Early Stages Child Care Center care for?
94, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Early Stages Child Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Early Stages Child Care Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Early Stages Child Care Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 594-1504 to ask.
What is Early Stages Child Care Center's phone number?
(919) 594-1504.
Where is Early Stages Child Care Center?
821 South New Hope Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610.