Cottontails Preschool
RALEIGH, NC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address4020 Mitchell Mill Rd RALEIGH, NC 27616 (919) 373-0023
CountyWake
Phone(919) 373-0023
Operating details
Capacity60
License dateFebruary 8, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/9/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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Location
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4020 Mitchell Mill Rd RALEIGH, NC 27616 (919) 373-0023, RALEIGH, NC 27616
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: 7/9/2026
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2026
- High risk7/9/2026
.0713(a)(10) — Violation #319
Staff/child ratios applicable to a classroom, were not posted in each classroom. The ratios were not posted in space 3. The owner/director posted a copy during the visit. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk7/9/2026
GS 110-91(12) — Violation #415
A current schedule was not posted for each group of children for reference. A daily schedule was not poste din space 3. The owner/director posted a copy of the schedule during the visit. Source: NC DHHS DCDEE facility visit summary.
Not corrected - Medium risk7/9/2026
GS 110-91(12) — Violation #1246
All 5 of the following activity areas were not available daily to each group art/creative play, children's books, blocks/block building, manipulatives, family living/dramatic play. Space 6 was missing dramatic play materials and fine motor materials. 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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Estimated monthly cost
$712/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: RALEIGH, Wake County
- Capacity: 60
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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