The Learning Experience Apex
560 Evening Star Dr, Apex, NC
4.7· 87 reviews
Kindercare Education
- licensed capacity
- 150
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $307
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About Kindercare Education
Kindercare Education is a licensed child care center in Apex, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 150 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 35 rules across 9 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
- 150 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 | 150 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kindercare Education 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 Kindercare Education
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 150 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92003797
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 20, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 15 visits · 35 rules in all · 35 corrected
- Safety and hazards 10
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Records and paperwork 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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May 20, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2026
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
- Nov 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 5, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Dec 11, 2024
Center staff did not comply with the safe sleep policy.
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2024
The EMC plan was not reviewed with all staff annually and whenever the plan was revised.
The state verified the correction on Dec 11, 2024
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2024
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.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Dec 5, 2024
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
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
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
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2024
- Oct 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 23, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
The center did not report a suspected case of child abuse or neglect as required by the mandatory duty prescribed in G.S. 7B-301.
The state verified the correction on Aug 23, 2024
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 Aug 23, 2024
Jul 10, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.
The state verified the correction on Jul 11, 2024
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2024
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 Jul 11, 2024
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 Jul 11, 2024
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2024
Electrical outlets and power strips, not in use, which were located in space used by children did not have safety outlets or were not covered with safety plugs unless located behind furniture or equipment that cannot be moved by a child.
Corrected during the visit
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Jul 10, 2024
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
May 21, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on May 22, 2024
- Apr 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 29, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
The child care administrator and all staff did not complete the Recognizing and Responding to Suspicions of Child Maltreatment training within 90 days of employment.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024
The trained staff did not review the EPR Plan annually or when information in the plan changed to ensure all information was current.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Feb 7, 2024
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Jan 8, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
The medical action plan was not updated on an annual basis or when changes to the plan were made by the child's parent or health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2024
Monthly playground inspections were not completed and/or they were not completed by an individual trained in playground safety requirements.
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2024
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
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
Corrected during the visit
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2024
- Dec 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 28, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
Enhanced staff/child ratios and group sizes were not met.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Dec 6, 2023
Nov 21, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Nov 28, 2023
- Nov 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Kindercare Education
Is Kindercare Education licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kindercare Education last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 20, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kindercare Education had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 35 rules across 9 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 35 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 Kindercare Education care for?
150, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kindercare Education accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Kindercare Education's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kindercare Education cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 629-4813 to ask.
What is Kindercare Education's phone number?
(919) 629-4813.
Where is Kindercare Education?
1815 Olive Chapel Rd, Apex, NC 27502. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Experience Apex, 0.2 miles away.