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Cary, NC 27519 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Knowledge Beginnings
- licensed capacity
- 196
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $307
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About
About Knowledge Beginnings
Knowledge Beginnings is a licensed child care center in Cary, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 196 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 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 4 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
- 196 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 | 196 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Knowledge Beginnings 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 Knowledge Beginnings
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 196 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92001322
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 15, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Background checks 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Transportation 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safety and hazards 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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Jul 15, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2026
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Jul 21, 2026
Dec 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Authorization for emergency medical care information was not signed by child's parent.
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2025
- Aug 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 16, 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 Jan 3, 2025
Vehicles used to transport children enrolled in the child care center did not comply with all applicable State and federal laws and regulations.
The state verified the correction on Dec 17, 2024
Prior to the expiration date of the qualification letter, the child care provider did not complete and submit required forms to complete a criminal background check (a qualification letter is valid for a maximum of five years for the date of issuance).
The state verified the correction on Jan 3, 2025
Aug 1, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2024
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
Equipment and furnishings were not sturdy, stable and free of hazards.
The state verified the correction on Aug 12, 2024
- Dec 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Knowledge Beginnings
Is Knowledge Beginnings licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Knowledge Beginnings last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 15, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Knowledge Beginnings had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Knowledge Beginnings care for?
196, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Knowledge Beginnings accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Knowledge Beginnings' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Knowledge Beginnings cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 466-8684 to ask.
What is Knowledge Beginnings' phone number?
(919) 466-8684.
Where is Knowledge Beginnings?
250 Cornerstone Drive, Cary, NC 27519. The nearest other daycare we list is Bright Horizons Clubhouse at West Cary, 0.3 miles away.