A New Beginning II
1821 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC
3.8· 11 reviews
Lakewood Ave Children's School
- licensed capacity
- 33
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $239
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About
About Lakewood Ave Children's School
Lakewood Ave Children's School is a licensed child care center in Durham, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 33 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-age
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 33 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 33 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lakewood Ave Children's School has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Durham County has a median price of $239 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$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 Lakewood Ave Children's School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 33 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #32001589
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 2, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Safety and hazards 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Jun 2, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
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 Jun 17, 2026
- Oct 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 1, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
A drug or medicine was administered after its expiration date.
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2025
A drug or medication was administered without written authorization and/or instructions from a child's parent or authorized health professional.
The state verified the correction on May 15, 2025
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 May 15, 2025
- Oct 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 30, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
Corrected during the visit
Beds, cots and mats were not in good repair, properly handled, stored, or clean and sanitized between users.
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2024
Refrigerator(s) did not maintain a temperature of 45 degrees F. or below.
The state verified the correction on Jun 12, 2024
Nov 2, 2023Inspection1 rule 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 Nov 14, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Lakewood Ave Children's School
Is Lakewood Ave Children's School licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Lakewood Ave Children's School last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 2, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lakewood Ave Children's School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Lakewood Ave Children's School care for?
33, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Lakewood Ave Children's School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Lakewood Ave Children's School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Lakewood Ave Children's School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 493-5882 to ask.
What is Lakewood Ave Children's School's phone number?
(919) 493-5882.
Where is Lakewood Ave Children's School?
1701 Lakewood Ave, Durham, NC 27707. The nearest other daycare we list is A New Beginning II, 0.2 miles away.