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Knightdale, NC 27545 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Kindercare Learning Centers
- licensed capacity
- 144
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $307
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About
About Kindercare Learning Centers
Kindercare Learning Centers is a licensed child care center in Knightdale, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 144 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 24 visits in the last 3 years and cited 52 rules across 11 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 144 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 144 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kindercare Learning Centers 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 Learning Centers
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 144 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #9255230
Summary
24 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 13 of 24 visits · 52 rules in all · 52 corrected
- Safety and hazards 11
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Safe sleep 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Food and nutrition 3
- Transportation 2
- Background checks 1
- 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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Aug 12, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
All group leaders were not at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma, and/or had not completed Basic School Age Care (BSAC) training.
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2026
Emergency medical care information was not on file in the center on the child's first day of attendance and/or was not updated as changes occurred or at least annually for each child.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2026
First aid kit and/or fire extinguisher was not located in vehicle; kit and/or extinguisher was not mounted or secured if in passenger area.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2026
All vehicles were not insured for liability as required by state law.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2026
Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter.
The state verified the correction on Sep 10, 2026
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2026
Air conditioning units were accessible or did not have a guard to keep objects from being thrown into the unit.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2026
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on Aug 27, 2026
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
- Mar 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 27, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
Locked storage rooms and cabinets shall include those which are unlocked with a combination, electronic or magnetic device, key, or equivalent locking device.
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
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 Sep 3, 2025
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
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 Sep 3, 2025
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
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
Each child's bed, cot, or 2" mat was not individually assigned and identified.
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage.
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).
The state verified the correction on Sep 3, 2025
- Jul 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 22, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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 30, 2025
Jun 19, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Children's records were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Jun 19, 2025
Children between 12 and 24 months of age were grouped with children 3 years of age or older.
Corrected during the visit
May 5, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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
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
- Jan 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 7, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
Incident reports were not completed each time a child was injured, it did not include all the information required in rule, it was not signed by the parent and/or it was not maintained in the child's file.
The state verified the correction on Jan 7, 2025
Caregiver or team of caregivers were not assigned to each infant or toddler as primary caregiver.
The state verified the correction on Jan 17, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2025
Minimum staff/child ratios and group sizes for the number and ages of children in care were not met.
The state verified the correction on Jan 15, 2025
Nov 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2024
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
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Nov 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Parent's medication authorization did not include required information.
The state verified the correction on Nov 22, 2024
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
Sep 11, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
The child care provider that is a firm, partnership, association, or corporation, the chief executive officer or other person serving in like capacity or a person designated by the chief executive officer as responsible for the operation of the facility, did not complete criminal history background check.
The state verified the correction on Oct 31, 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 Oct 31, 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 Oct 31, 2024
Caregivers did not document compliance with visually checking on sleeping infants aged 12 months or younger and/or the documents were not maintained for a minimum of one month.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 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
Running water, soap and individual sanitary towels, or other approved hand-drying devices were not supplied at each lavatory.
Corrected during the visit
Lavatories were not kept clean, in good repair and kept free of storage.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2024
An individual written feeding plan was not provided by child's parent or health care provider or was not followed and posted. (omit posting for centers located in a residence).
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2024
Caregiver or team of caregivers were not assigned to each infant or toddler as primary caregiver.
The state verified the correction on Sep 25, 2024
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 Sep 12, 2024
- Jun 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 6, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
The facility operator did not complete the corrective action as specified by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Jun 13, 2024
- Mar 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 29, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2024
Child was handled roughly.
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 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 Jun 14, 2024
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jun 14, 2024
Nov 7, 2023Inspection8 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 Nov 20, 2023
At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2023
Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2023
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.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2023
Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2023
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
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
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2023
Nov 7, 2023Inspection8 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 Nov 20, 2023
At least one child care provider, who has completed ITS-SIDS training was not present in the infant room, while children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2023
Child care providers scheduled to work in the infant room, did not complete ITS-SIDS training within two months of employment or did not complete the training every three years. Child care administrators did not complete the ITS-SIDS training within 90 days of employment and every three years thereafter.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2023
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.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2023
Over-the-counter medicines were not in their original containers or administered as authorized in writing by parent, physician or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2023
Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container.
Corrected during the visit
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
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Nov 20, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Kindercare Learning Centers
Is Kindercare Learning Centers licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kindercare Learning Centers last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 24 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kindercare Learning Centers had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 52 rules across 13 of 24 visits in the last 3 years; 52 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 Learning Centers care for?
144, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kindercare Learning Centers accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kindercare Learning Centers' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kindercare Learning Centers cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 266-4166 to ask.
What is Kindercare Learning Centers' phone number?
(919) 266-4166.
Where is Kindercare Learning Centers?
200 Forest Dr, Knightdale, NC 27545. The nearest other daycare we list is Knightdale Station Preschool, 0.5 miles away.