BRIGHT STAR ACADEMY
HILLSBOROUGH, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address411 CORNELIUS STREET HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278 (919) 245-1602
CountyOrange
Phone(919) 245-1602
Operating details
Capacity30
License dateJanuary 9, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/19/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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411 CORNELIUS STREET HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278 (919) 245-1602, HILLSBOROUGH, NC 27278
Questions to ask on a tour
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- 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
- Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/19/2026
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2026
- Medium risk5/19/2026
GS 110-91(12) — Violation #428
A current activity plan was not posted for each group of children for reference. Space 2 lesson plan posted was dated for May 4-8, 2026. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk5/19/2026
Violation #9999
A violation was found for which there is no item number. Two former employees have not been terminated from the facilities ABCMS portal. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(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: HILLSBOROUGH, Orange County
- Capacity: 30
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 2
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