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South Kildaire KinderCare
- licensed capacity
- 162
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $307
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About
About South Kildaire KinderCare
South Kildaire KinderCare is a licensed child care center in Apex, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 162 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 4 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
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 162 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 162 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
South Kildaire KinderCare 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 South Kildaire KinderCare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Five Star Center License
- Capacity
- 162 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #92003809
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 27, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 8 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Safety and hazards 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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- May 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 3, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Plastic bags, materials that could be torn apart and toy parts small enough to be swallowed were accessible to children under three years of age.
Corrected during the visit
Diaper changing surfaces were not kept free of storage.
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
- Oct 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 3, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
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 Jun 5, 2025
The activity plan did not include a daily gross motor activity which may occur indoors and outdoors.
Corrected during the visit
Dec 10, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Medication authorization, giving the caregiver standing authorization did not meet the specifications in rule.
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2024
Shelter-in-place or lockdown drills were not practiced every three months and/or drill record was incomplete.
The state verified the correction on Dec 12, 2024
Potentially hazardous items including but not limited to power tools, nails, chemicals, propane stoves, lawn mowers, gasoline, or kerosene were not stored in locked areas, removed from the premises, or made inaccessible to children.
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
May 29, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
All equipment and furnishings were not in good repair.
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about South Kildaire KinderCare
Is South Kildaire KinderCare licensed?
Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was South Kildaire KinderCare last inspected?
The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on May 27, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has South Kildaire KinderCare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 4 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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 South Kildaire KinderCare care for?
162, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does South Kildaire KinderCare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are South Kildaire KinderCare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does South Kildaire KinderCare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (919) 303-7767 to ask.
What is South Kildaire KinderCare's phone number?
(919) 303-7767.
Where is South Kildaire KinderCare?
3901 Kildaire Farm Rd, Apex, NC 27539.