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Holly Springs Academy
- licensed capacity
- 136
- a week, county median
- $307
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About
About Holly Springs Academy
Holly Springs Academy is a licensed child care center in Holly Springs, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 136 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 5 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
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 136 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (919) 552-8331 to confirm.
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 | 136 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Holly Springs Academy 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 Holly Springs Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 136 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92003869
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 17, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 12 visits · 15 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Other rules 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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See all 13 visits
- Sep 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- May 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 17, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2026
Discipline was related to food, rest or toileting.
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2026
A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking.
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2026
Each child was not attended to in a nurturing and appropriate manner, or in keeping with the child's developmental needs.
The state verified the correction on Jul 22, 2026
Jul 24, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
15A NCAC 18A .2824 (b)
The state verified the correction on Aug 16, 2025
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2025
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
Corrected during the visit
Operator has not scheduled and obtained a fire inspection within 12 months of the previous inspection. Operator did not submit the original approved report to DCDEE within one week of the inspection visit on a form provided by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Aug 5, 2025
Feb 11, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Feb 12, 2025
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2025
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Feb 17, 2025
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
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 Feb 17, 2025
- Oct 9, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 3, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
Aug 13, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Leftover medicines were not returned to the parent after the course of treatment was completed, after authorization was withdrawn or after authorization had expired and/or medication was not discarded within 72 hours of completion of treatment or withdrawal of authorization.
Corrected during the visit
Apr 25, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Outdoor play area was not enclosed by fence with a minimum height of 4 feet. The top of the fence, less than six feet, was not free from protrusions.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2024
Oct 26, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2023
All staff did not successfully complete certification in CPR training appropriate to the age of the children in care. Verification of staff completion of the CPR course from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2023
All staff did not successfully complete certification in First Aid appropriate to the age of children in care. Verification of staff completion of First Aid training from an approved training organization was not in the staff file.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2023
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2023
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Nov 7, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Holly Springs Academy
Is Holly Springs Academy licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Holly Springs Academy last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Holly Springs Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 5 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Holly Springs Academy care for?
136, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Holly Springs Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Holly Springs Academy's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (919) 552-8331 to confirm.
How much does Holly Springs Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 552-8331 to ask.
What is Holly Springs Academy's phone number?
(919) 552-8331.
Where is Holly Springs Academy?
116 Quantum St, Holly Springs, NC 27540. The nearest other daycare we list is Everbrook Academy, 0.5 miles away.