Holmes Child Care
216 N Roberson St, Chapel Hill, NC
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Northside Elementary Prek
- licensed capacity
- 54
- a week, county median
- $199
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About Northside Elementary Prek
Northside Elementary Prek is a licensed child care center in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 54 children, serving preschoolers.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 19 visits in the last 3 years and cited 27 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 54 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (919) 918-2153 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 54 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Northside Elementary Prek has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Orange County has a median price of $199 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$355
Home daycare$271
Toddler
Center$292
Home daycare$226
Preschool
Center$199
Home daycare$223
School age
Center$105
Home daycare$112
State record
Inspection reports for Northside Elementary Prek
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 54 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- License number
- #68000504
Summary
19 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 23, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 9 of 19 visits · 27 rules in all · 27 corrected
- Records and paperwork 6
- Discipline and child guidance 6
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Background checks 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.
The state lists an adverse action on this permit.
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Sep 23, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Sep 30, 2026
Jun 30, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Jul 15, 2026
Apr 15, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Emergency information did not name childs health care professional.
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026
Child care providers, including the director, uncompensated providers, substitute providers, and volunteers did not have the required Emergency Information Form on file on or before the first day of work, which included all the required information and/or the information on the form was not updated as changes occur and at least annually.
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026
All staff, including the director, did not have an annual health questionnaire on file following the initial medical statement.
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2026
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 Apr 15, 2026
- Feb 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 6, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Feb 24, 2026
- Jan 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 13, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available to review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
Prior to employment a Criminal Background Check was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.
The state verified the correction on Nov 18, 2025
- Sep 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 9 earlier visits
- May 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 16, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2025
A child was handled in a rough way, including shaking, pushing, shoving, pinching, slapping, biting, kicking, or spanking.
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2025
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 Oct 23, 2025
Children were not adequately supervised at all times.
The state verified the correction on Oct 23, 2025
Apr 29, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
A child's file did not have a statement with parent signature acknowledging receipt and explanation of the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy and/or the acknowledgement did not have all the required information.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2025
Emergency information did not name childs health care professional.
The state verified the correction on May 9, 2025
- Mar 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 31, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 2, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
There was a substantiation of child maltreatment.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2025
Child was handled roughly.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2025
Before staff members walked children off premises for play or outings, the center did not obtain written permission from the parent of each child.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2025
Foods and beverages with little or no nutritional value were available often and not just for special occasions.
The state verified the correction on Mar 18, 2025
May 7, 2024Inspection7 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 May 20, 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 May 20, 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 May 20, 2024
Incident logs were not completed and maintained as required.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 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.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2024
A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2024
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on May 20, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Northside Elementary Prek
Is Northside Elementary Prek licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Northside Elementary Prek last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on September 23, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 19 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Northside Elementary Prek had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 27 rules across 9 of 19 visits in the last 3 years; 27 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 Northside Elementary Prek care for?
54, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
Does Northside Elementary Prek accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Northside Elementary Prek's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (919) 918-2153 to confirm.
How much does Northside Elementary Prek cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 918-2153 to ask.
What is Northside Elementary Prek's phone number?
(919) 918-2153.
Where is Northside Elementary Prek?
350 Caldwell St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516. The nearest other daycare we list is Northside School-Age Care Program, under 0.1 miles away.