THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF APEX

APEX, NCChild Care CenterLicensed

3.5based on state inspection data
Capacity138
Est. price$763/mo

Contact information

Address903 OLIVE CHAPEL ROAD APEX, NC 27502 (919) 362-3999

CityAPEX, NC 27502

CountyWake

Phone(919) 362-3999

Websitewww.goddardschool.com

Operating details

Capacity138

SubsidiesY

License dateMay 9, 2017

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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903 OLIVE CHAPEL ROAD APEX, NC 27502 (919) 362-3999, APEX, NC 27502

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/30/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 154/30/2026

    15A NCAC 18A .2820(d) — Violation #841

    Medications including prescription and non-prescription items were not stored in a locked cabinet or other locked container. Diaper cream was stored in an unlocked diaper changing cabinet accessible to crawling infants. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High risk4/30/2026

    .0604(q) — Violation #858

    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. Plastic bags storing diapers ere in an unlocked cabinet. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk4/30/2026

    .1101(a)(b) — Violation #1067

    Each new employee did not complete, within the first two weeks of employment, six clock hours of training in required topic areas. Two employees hired on 8/15/25 and 3/13/25 did not have verification on file for an orientation. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk4/30/2026

    .1103(b) — Violation #1899

    Health and safety training topics were not included as part of on-going training within five years of completing the previous health and safety training topics. A caregiver hire on 1/12/17 did not complete all of the health and safety topics. 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.

4Total Violations
4Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • Review the detailed violations listed above.
  • Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
  • Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.

Estimated monthly cost

$763/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: APEX, Wake County
  • Capacity: 138
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 9

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