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Irene’s Hands Family Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 8
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $228
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About Irene’s Hands Family Childcare
Irene’s Hands Family Childcare is a licensed home daycare in Durham, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 8 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Tuesday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Wednesday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM; Thursday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 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
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 8 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 8 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Irene’s Hands Family Childcare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Durham County has a median price of $228 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Infant
Center$317
Home daycare$228
Toddler
Center$239
Home daycare$202
Preschool
Center$188
Home daycare$191
School age
Center$102
Home daycare$103
State record
Inspection reports for Irene’s Hands Family Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Family CC Home License
- Capacity
- 8 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #32002315
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 7, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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May 7, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Application did not include names and contact information of individuals to whom the operator may release the child as authorized by the person who signs the application.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
Safe sleep policy and poster about safe sleep practices was not posted in a prominent place in the infant sleeping room or area where parents and caregivers are able to view daily.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
Monthly check for hazards on the outdoor play area was not completed using a form supplied by the Division.
The state verified the correction on May 14, 2026
- Mar 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 11, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Products that are labeled "keep out of reach of children" without any other warnings, were not stored on a shelf or in an unlocked cabinet that is five feet above the finished floor.
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 2025
Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 2025
May 21, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.
The state verified the correction on May 22, 2025
Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.
The state verified the correction on May 22, 2025
Nov 14, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Operator has not completed ITS-SIDS training every three years from the completion date of the previous ITS-SIDS training.
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2024
- May 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 14, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.
The state verified the correction on Dec 27, 2023
Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Dec 27, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Irene’s Hands Family Childcare
Is Irene’s Hands Family Childcare licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Irene’s Hands Family Childcare last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 7, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Irene’s Hands Family Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 5 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 Irene’s Hands Family Childcare care for?
8, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Irene’s Hands Family Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Irene’s Hands Family Childcare's hours?
Monday to Tuesday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Wednesday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM; Thursday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Irene’s Hands Family Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 949-5072 to ask.
What is Irene’s Hands Family Childcare's phone number?
(919) 949-5072.
Where is Irene’s Hands Family Childcare?
Durham, NC 27704. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.