The Cary School for Development & Early Education
300 SE Cary Parkway, Cary, NC
4.7· 48 reviews
Guidepost Montessori at Cary
- licensed capacity
- 77
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $307
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About
About Guidepost Montessori at Cary
Guidepost Montessori at Cary is a licensed child care center in Cary, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 77 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 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 77 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 | 77 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Guidepost Montessori at Cary 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 Guidepost Montessori at Cary
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- One Star Center License
- Capacity
- 77 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92004065
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 30, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 4 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Records and paperwork 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Sep 30, 2026Inspection2 rules 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.
New staff, who had contact with children, did not receive at least 16 hrs. orientation within first 6 weeks.
Jun 5, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
Corrected during the visit
Mar 10, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
The state verified the correction on Mar 24, 2026
- Jan 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Guidepost Montessori at Cary
Is Guidepost Montessori at Cary licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Guidepost Montessori at Cary last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 30, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Guidepost Montessori at Cary had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 Guidepost Montessori at Cary care for?
77, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Guidepost Montessori at Cary accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Guidepost Montessori at Cary's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Guidepost Montessori at Cary cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (984) 299-7245 to ask.
What is Guidepost Montessori at Cary's phone number?
(984) 299-7245.
Where is Guidepost Montessori at Cary?
316 Colonades Way Suite 107, Cary, NC 27518. The nearest other daycare we list is Celebree School of Cary, 0.5 miles away.