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Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Gingerbread Littleversity
- licensed capacity
- 165
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $307
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About
About Gingerbread Littleversity
Gingerbread Littleversity is a licensed child care center in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 165 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 34 rules across 7 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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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
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 165 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | 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 | 165 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Gingerbread Littleversity 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 Gingerbread Littleversity
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Four Star Center License
- Capacity
- 165 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92003768
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 23, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 11 visits · 34 rules in all · 34 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Transportation 6
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Safe sleep 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Records and paperwork 2
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 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 16, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
The driver or other staff member in the vehicle did not ensure children were transferred to an individual who is indicated on the application.
Corrected during the visit
Jun 17, 2026Inspection7 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.
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2026
All vehicles were not insured for liability as required by state law.
The state verified the correction on Jun 17, 2026
A first aid kit was not available on site at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Jun 18, 2026
Apr 28, 2026Inspection6 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 May 10, 2026
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on May 11, 2026
All vehicles used to transport children were not free of hazards.
Corrected during the visit
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 May 10, 2026
Beds, cots and mats were not in good repair, properly handled, stored, or clean and sanitized between users.
Corrected during the visit
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 28, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
The center did not follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800.
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
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 Nov 7, 2025
The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed.
Corrected during the visit
Oct 28, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
The center did not follow all procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases described in 15A NCAC 18A .2800.
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
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 Nov 7, 2025
The written feeding plan was not modified as the child's needs changed.
Corrected during the visit
May 27, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
Corrected during the visit
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 May 29, 2025
Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.
Corrected during the visit
Emergency and identifying information, including the child's name, photograph, emergency contact information and/or a copy of the emergency medical care information form was not in the vehicle for each child being transported.
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2025
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 May 30, 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
Training potty chairs were used and were not cleaned appropriately.
The state verified the correction on May 29, 2025
Nov 14, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
Each staff member did not have the required medical report, proof of tuberculosis test or screening and/or completed health questionnaire in a medical file, maintained separately from the staff member's individual personnel file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 27, 2024
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2024
Application for employment and date of birth was not on file for all staff.
Corrected during the visit
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
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.
The state verified the correction on Nov 15, 2024
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 Nov 15, 2024
All floors and floor coverings were not constructed of nonabsorbent material and/or were not kept clean and in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2024
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Nov 25, 2024
Sep 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Sep 12, 2024
- Jun 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 1 earlier visit
- Dec 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Gingerbread Littleversity
Is Gingerbread Littleversity licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Gingerbread Littleversity last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 23, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Gingerbread Littleversity had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 34 rules across 8 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 34 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 Gingerbread Littleversity care for?
165, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Gingerbread Littleversity accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Gingerbread Littleversity's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Gingerbread Littleversity cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 552-4723 to ask.
What is Gingerbread Littleversity's phone number?
(919) 552-4723.
Where is Gingerbread Littleversity?
1521 North Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526. The nearest other daycare we list is Kiddie Academy of Fuquay Varina, 0.3 miles away.