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Morning Star Child Care Learning Center

524 Sunnybrook Road, Raleigh, NC 27610
capacity
49
a week, county median
$251

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About Morning Star Child Care Learning Center

Morning Star Child Care Learning Center is a child care center in Raleigh, North Carolina. It is state-listed, for up to 49 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Accepts child care subsidy

Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
Not listed
Capacity
49 children

Hours

Hours

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Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Capacity49 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Morning Star Child Care Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Wake County has a median price of $251 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.
Wake County medians, full time, per week

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

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Morning Star Child Care Learning Center

License

Status
Operating; not a child care license
License type
Religious-sponsored program, notice of compliance under G.S. 110-106 (GS 110-106; not a child care license)
Capacity
49 children
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
License number
#92001000
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 18, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 5
  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Background checks 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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  1. Aug 18, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      The child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, was not clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and/or maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 24, 2026

  2. Jan 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available.

      The state verified the correction on Jan 23, 2026

  3. Oct 7, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      A child care operator did not notify the Division of any new child care providers, as defined in G.S. 110-90.2(a)(2), who were hired or moved into the child care facility within five business days.

      The state verified the correction on Oct 21, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      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, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      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 Oct 14, 2025

  4. Feb 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Background checks

      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 Feb 25, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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 Feb 25, 2025

  5. Aug 6, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      A written statement from each child's parent giving standing permission which may be valid for up to twelve months for participation in off premise activities that occur on a regular basis was not available.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      Medical exam or health assessment record was not on file before or within 30 days after admission.

      The state verified the correction on Aug 19, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      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 19, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      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 Aug 19, 2024

  6. Jan 10, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      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 Jan 19, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      All stationary equipment, more than 18 inches high, was not installed over protective surfacing.

      The state verified the correction on Jan 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      Special diet or food allergy information was not posted where they can be seen in food preparation and eating areas.

      The state verified the correction on Jan 19, 2024

Copied from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education on October 4, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Morning Star Child Care Learning Center

Is Morning Star Child Care Learning Center licensed?

No. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it, but its program type is not a child care license in North Carolina.

When was Morning Star Child Care Learning Center last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on August 18, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Morning Star Child Care Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Morning Star Child Care Learning Center care for?

49, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.

Does Morning Star Child Care Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Morning Star Child Care Learning Center's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (919) 250-1828 to confirm.

How much does Morning Star Child Care Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 250-1828 to ask.

What is Morning Star Child Care Learning Center's phone number?

(919) 250-1828.

Where is Morning Star Child Care Learning Center?

524 Sunnybrook Road, Raleigh, NC 27610. The nearest other daycare we list is Wanda's Little Hands Educational Center #1, 0.2 miles away.

Sources: The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).