5-Star Infant Care Raleigh, NC
Finding the right infant care in Raleigh is one of the biggest decisions your family will make. Primary Beginnings has cared for Raleigh’s youngest learners since 1999, and each of our three North Raleigh centers holds its own 5-Star Center License from the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education, the highest rating the state awards.
Our infant program accepts babies as young as six weeks old. From feeding and naps to tummy time, sensory play, reading, and music, our teachers create a safe, nurturing space where each baby develops at their own pace, on their own schedule, from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Why Primary Beginnings Stands Above Other Daycare Centers
Many facilities offer basic supervision. Primary Beginnings delivers licensed, state-verified early childhood education. Our 5-Star licenses mean each center exceeds North Carolina's standards for teacher education, program quality, and staffing, verified by state inspections every six months.
- Small classes, posted ratios: Our infant rooms are staffed at one teacher for every five infants, the ratio North Carolina requires of star-rated centers, and it is posted in every classroom for parents to see. Small groups mean faster responses and deeper relationships with every baby and family.
- Inspected and proven: Every Primary Beginnings center is reviewed by the NCDCDEE every six months, and our sanitation inspections consistently earn Superior classifications, the highest available.
- Experienced leadership: Our centers are led by directors with decades of combined experience. Spring Forest director Crystal Felton, for example, has led her center since 2011.
- 27 years of Raleigh families: Since 1999, Primary Beginnings has grown to three North Raleigh centers licensed to serve roughly 400 children, and many of our families stay with us from the infant room through fifth grade after-school care.
What Our Infant Care Program Includes
Our infant rooms follow The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers & Twos from Teaching Strategies, a research-based curriculum used in early education programs nationwide. It turns everyday routines like feeding, diapering, and play into intentional learning moments.
- Sensory experiences: Exploring textures, sounds, and colors to spark curiosity and early brain development.
- Motor skill development: Dedicated space and support for tummy time, sitting, crawling, and first steps.
- Language and communication: Daily reading, singing, and conversation that build early language skills. Sensory play and music are part of every week.
- Individualized schedules: We follow your baby’s natural rhythm for feeding, sleeping, and play rather than forcing a group schedule.
- Nutrition through a federal program: Once your baby is ready for solid foods, meals are provided through the federal Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), which sets USDA nutrition standards for everything we serve, including breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack.
Reassurance for Parents: Safety and Communication
Leaving your baby in someone else's care requires trust, so we make our standards easy to verify.
- Licensed and inspected: Our license numbers are posted at every center and searchable in the state’s public database: Spring Forest #92001035, North Hills #92001346, and Falls of Neuse #92003902. Parents can review our inspection history at any time.
- Safe sleep practices: Our infant rooms follow North Carolina’s safe sleep requirements for licensed centers, including back-to-sleep positioning and crib safety standards.
- Secure facilities: A secure entry and pickup system with an authorization procedure.
- Daily updates: You receive a report every day covering feedings, diaper changes, naps, and milestones through the ProCare Connect app with photos throughout the day.
Frequently Asked Questions About Infant Care in Raleigh
What ages do you accept for infant day care?
Our infant program accepts babies starting at six weeks old. Infants stay in our specialized infant classrooms until they are ready to transition to our toddler program, typically around 12 months, based on each child’s development rather than a fixed date.
What is the staff-to-child ratio in your infant rooms?
Our infant classrooms are staffed at one teacher for every five infants, in line with North Carolina’s requirements for star-rated centers, and the ratio is posted in each classroom where parents can see it.
What is the cost of infant childcare at Primary Beginnings?
The cost of our childcare services varies depending on the specific center location and the needs of your family. We strive to provide high-quality early education that is an investment in your child’s future. Please contact one of our Raleigh locations for a detailed breakdown of tuition and fees.
Are meals and snacks included in the program?
Yes. Once your child is eating solid foods, we serve breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack daily through the federal Child and Adult Care Food Program, which holds our menus to USDA nutrition standards.
How do you handle developmental milestones like sitting or walking?
Our teachers use The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers & Twos to plan activities that build the motor skills behind sitting, crawling, and walking, and every milestone is shared with you in your child’s daily report.
How does your curriculum prepare infants for future learning?
Even in the infant room, we are laying the groundwork for math, literacy, and social skills through patterns, sounds, and responsive interaction. Children who continue with us move through toddler, preschool, and kindergarten readiness programs on the same curriculum family, so nothing is lost in transition.
Visit One of Our 3 North Raleigh Locations
The best way to evaluate infant care is to see it in person. Tour any of our three centers, meet the directors, and ask to see our license, inspection reports, and classrooms. We are open 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Our Raleigh, NC locations include the Falls of Neuse location, the Spring Forest location, and the North Hills location. Schedule a tour by filling out the form below or calling Spring Forest at 919-790-6888, North Hills at 919-785-0303, or Falls of Neuse at 919-615-0752.
