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Independence Montessori Academy

84 Tingen Rd, Broadway, NC 27505
licensed capacity
96
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$139

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About Independence Montessori Academy

Independence Montessori Academy is a licensed child care center in Broadway, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 96 children, serving 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 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

MontessoriSchool-age

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
96 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity96 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Independence Montessori Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Harnett County has a median price of $139 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.
Harnett County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$197
Home daycare$164

Toddler

Center$139
Home daycare$136

Preschool

Center$114
Home daycare$136

School age

Center$115
Home daycare$154

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Independence Montessori Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Four Star Center License
Capacity
96 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#43000568
See the state's record

Summary

10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 15, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 10 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected

  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Background checks 1
  • Supervision and ratios 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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  1. Jul 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Mar 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jan 28, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2026

    • Background checks

      Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 3, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      Children were not adequately supervised at all times.

      The state verified the correction on Feb 26, 2026

  4. Sep 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Mar 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      Corrected during the visit

  7. Feb 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Oct 1, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      Corrected during the visit

  9. Jul 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Mar 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 1 earlier visit
  1. Oct 5, 2023InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Independence Montessori Academy

Is Independence Montessori Academy licensed?

Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Independence Montessori Academy last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Independence Montessori Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 Independence Montessori Academy care for?

96, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Independence Montessori Academy accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Independence Montessori Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Independence Montessori Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 343-3004 to ask.

What is Independence Montessori Academy's phone number?

(919) 343-3004.

Where is Independence Montessori Academy?

84 Tingen Rd, Broadway, NC 27505. The nearest other daycare we list is The Tree of Knowledge Daycare Center, 1.3 miles away.

Sources: The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).