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The Playhouse Early Academy

1239 Berkeley St, Durham, NC 277055.0· 9 reviews
licensed capacity
19
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$239
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About The Playhouse Early Academy

The Playhouse Early Academy is a licensed child care center in Durham, North Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 19 children, serving 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 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-age

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
19 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity19 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

The Playhouse Early Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Durham County has a median price of $239 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.
Durham County medians, full time, per week

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

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 The Playhouse Early Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Five Star Center License
Capacity
19 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#32002308
See the state's record

Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 2, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 8 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected

  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Background checks 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 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. Jul 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Apr 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Oct 14, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      Staff did not complete the health and safety training within one year of employment.

      The state verified the correction on Oct 27, 2025

  4. Apr 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Oct 22, 2024Inspection2 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 Oct 29, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference.

      The state verified the correction on Oct 29, 2024

  7. Apr 23, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      Toxic plants were accessible to children.

      The state verified the correction on Apr 27, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      A safe indoor and outdoor environment was not provided for the children.

      The state verified the correction on May 7, 2024

  8. Nov 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited

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 The Playhouse Early Academy

Is The Playhouse Early Academy licensed?

Yes. The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was The Playhouse Early Academy last inspected?

The North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education lists the most recent visit on July 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Playhouse Early Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 The Playhouse Early Academy care for?

19, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does The Playhouse Early Academy accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are The Playhouse Early Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Playhouse Early Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (984) 439-1689 to ask.

What is The Playhouse Early Academy's phone number?

(984) 439-1689.

Where is The Playhouse Early Academy?

1239 Berkeley St, Durham, NC 27705. The nearest other daycare we list is Kin, Too, 0.3 miles away.

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