The New School #2
5617 Sunset Lake Rd, Holly Springs, NC
Primrose School at West Lake
- licensed capacity
- 186
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $307
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About
About Primrose School at West Lake
Primrose School at West Lake is a licensed child care center in Apex, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 186 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 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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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
- 186 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 |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 186 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Primrose School at West Lake 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 Primrose School at West Lake
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 186 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92003528
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 14, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 12 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 3
- Background checks 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 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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Jan 14, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
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 15, 2026
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.
Corrected during the visit
Human milk, formula and other bottled beverages including sippy cups, sent from child's home were not fully prepared, dated, and labeled for the appropriate child.
Corrected during the visit
- Aug 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 10, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Children's records were not made available for review.
The state verified the correction on Apr 15, 2024
Mar 18, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Discipline was related to food, rest or toileting.
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
Child was handled roughly.
The state verified the correction on Mar 20, 2024
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 Mar 20, 2024
- Mar 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 4 earlier visits
- Jan 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 29, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 11, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
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 Jan 17, 2024
- Oct 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Primrose School at West Lake
Is Primrose School at West Lake licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Primrose School at West Lake last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on January 14, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Primrose School at West Lake had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Primrose School at West Lake care for?
186, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Primrose School at West Lake accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Primrose School at West Lake's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Primrose School at West Lake cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 662-1322 to ask.
What is Primrose School at West Lake's phone number?
(919) 662-1322.
Where is Primrose School at West Lake?
4501 West Lake Rd, Apex, NC 27539. The nearest other daycare we list is The New School #2, 1.8 miles away.