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Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care
- licensed capacity
- 8
- a week, county median
- $228
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About
About Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care
Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care is a licensed home daycare in Durham, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 8 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 26 rules across 5 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
6 wk
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 8 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (919) 688-0659 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 8 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Durham County has a median price of $228 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 Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Three Star Family CC Home License
- Capacity
- 8 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #32000716
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 15, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 26 rules in all · 26 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Safety and hazards 5
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 3
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 15, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
Products that are labeled “keep out of reach of children” with an additional warning(s) on the label, were not kept in locked storage while children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2026
Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2026
Individuals who provide care for 5 hours or more a week, during planned absences of the operator, did not have proof of negative TB test or screening results completed within the last 12 months prior to the first day providing care.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2026
Operator did not maintain accurate daily attendance records including documentation of arrival and departure for all children in care, including the operator's own preschool children.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2026
Monthly check for hazards on the outdoor play area was not completed using a form supplied by the Division.
The state verified the correction on Jun 26, 2026
- Jun 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 18, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
The professional development plan was not maintained in the personnel file. The professional development plan was not completed.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
Plastic bags, toys, and toy parts small enough to be swallowed, including but not limited to materials that can be easily torn apart such as foam rubber and styrofoam, were accessible to children under the age of three.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.
The state verified the correction on Dec 2, 2025
- May 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 4, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
The health and safety training did not include all of the required topic areas.
The state verified the correction on Dec 18, 2024
A valid qualification letter was not on file and available for review at the facility.
The state verified the correction on Jan 10, 2025
Operator did not complete the required number of on-going training hours as specified in rule.
The state verified the correction on Dec 20, 2024
- Nov 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 28, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
Operator did not provide a copy of the shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma policy to parents at time of enrollment, and / or within fourteen days of a changes to the policy.
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2024
Operator did not provide a written statement to parents regarding the smoking and tobacco restriction.
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2024
Children's special diets or food allergies were not posted in the food preparation area and/or in the child's eating area.
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2024
The written plan of care was not given and explained to parents of children in care on or before the first day the child attended the home. Parents did not sign a statement acknowledging the receipt and explanation of the plan. Parents did not give written permission for their child to be transported by the operator for specific routine tasks that are included on the written schedule.
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2024
Summary of the NC Child Care Law was not given to each child's parent, guardian, or full-time custodian before the child was enrolled in the home and/or signed statement was not on file.
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2024
Signed and dated statement which attests that a copy of the discipline policy was given to and discussed with a parent/guardian of each child prior to enrollment was not on file in the home.
The state verified the correction on Dec 4, 2024
Dec 6, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
Operator and/or staff who work with children, did not complete health and safety training as part of on-going training so that every five years, all the topic areas were covered.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
The operator did not conduct a quarterly lockdown or shelter-in-place drill and or the drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
Operator did not provide a physically safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environment that meets the developmental needs of the children in care.
Corrected during the visit
Accurate records were not maintained for all staff and children.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
Copy of each child's health assessment, including the operator's own preschool child(ren), was not on file within 30 days of enrollment. One child did not have a medical assessment on file.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
Electrical outlets not in use were not covered.
Corrected during the visit
Corrosive agents, pesticides, bleaches, detergents, cleansers, polishes, and products under pressure in an aerosol dispenser and any substance that may be hazardous to a child if ingested, inhaled, or handled were not kept in locked storage when children were in care.
Corrected during the visit
The written schedule did not reflect daily opportunities for both free choice and guided activities.
The state verified the correction on Dec 19, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care
Is Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on June 15, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 5 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 26 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 Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care care for?
8, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (919) 688-0659 to confirm.
How much does Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 688-0659 to ask.
What is Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care's phone number?
(919) 688-0659.
Where is Palmer Step 1, 2, 3, Day Care?
Durham, NC 27704. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.