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:::excerpt Child care regulations vary by state, territory, program type, and location. This guide explains how parents and providers can find official licensing rules, inspection reports, complaint contacts, background-check requirements, local zoning and pe…
:::excerpt Families in the United States may be able to lower child care costs through state subsidies, Head Start, public prekindergarten, military fee assistance, employer benefits, tax credits, scholarships, and local programs. This guide explains how the …
:::excerpt A quality childcare center is more than a clean building or a friendly tour. Learn what to observe in caregiver interactions, supervision, staffing, safety, routines, communication, and licensing records—and which warning signs deserve closer inv…
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North Carolina Child Care Licensing Agency
North Carolina Department of Health and Human ServicesDivision of Child Development and Early Education
2201 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-2201
Phone: 919-527-6335
Toll Free: 800-859-0829 (In-State only)
Web Site: North Carolina DHHS
Note: Physical Address: 820 S Boylan Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27603
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