MCDOUGALD TERRACE HEAD START
DURHAM, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1101 E LAWSON STREET DURHAM, NC 27701 (919) 598-1910
CityDURHAM, NC 27701
CountyDurham
Phone(919) 598-1910
Operating details
Capacity25
SubsidiesY
License dateApril 17, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1101 E LAWSON STREET DURHAM, NC 27701 (919) 598-1910, DURHAM, NC 27701
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/8/2026
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- Medium-High2
- Medium2
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- Low0
2026
- Medium risk4/8/2026
GS 110-91(12) — Violation #428
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. The posted activity plans were for the week of 3/16/26. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 104/8/2026
10A NCAC 09 .0901(b) — Violation #526
Menus for all meals and snacks were not current or posted where easily seen by parents and cook. The posted menus were for the month of March. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/8/2026
.0604(t) — Violation #805
Fire drills were not practiced monthly and/or the drill record was incomplete. The last documented fire drill was conducted on 2/11/26. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-High risk4/8/2026
Violation #9999
NC Sanitation Rule 18A .2806 (a) states that food shall be stored in approved, clean, tightly covered storage containers once the original package is opened. During today's visit there was a opened box of Corn Flakes in the cabinet. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$750/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in North Carolina run about $1,006/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in North Carolina by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: DURHAM, Durham County
- Capacity: 25
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 0
What parents actually pay
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