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Best Daycare Centers in Canton, NC

Compare 11 daycare centers in Canton. Average rating: 4.63/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Canton, North Carolina at a glance

Daycares
11
Avg rating
4.63/5
Parent reviews
15
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Canton offers 11 licensed daycares, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 4.63/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 28716 zip code, averaging 4.63 stars across 11 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Canton

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Central United Methodist Church Prekindergarten
    4.58 score
    4.9(9)

    34 Church Street, Canton, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Central United Methodist Church Prekindergarten receives consistently positive feedback, with parents praising the childcare program, welcoming atmosphere, and committed staff. The facility is described as a warm, friendly church community with strong children's ministries and excellent pastoral leadership.

    warm and welcoming environmentfriendly staffexcellent children's and youth ministriescommitted pastor

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Canton

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Canton, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.53avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
4 daycares

Church Daycare

4.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Canton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2871611
4.63
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Canton (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Canton based on parent reviews

Central United Methodist Church Prekindergarten

4.9(9)

34 Church Street, Canton, NC

Central United Methodist Church Prekindergarten receives consistently positive feedback, with parents praising the childcare program, welcoming atmosphere, and committed staff. The facility is described as a warm, friendly church community with strong children's ministries and excellent pastoral leadership.

warm and welcoming environmentfriendly staffexcellent children's and youth ministries

Silver Bluff Early Education And Preschool

5(3)

26 Papoose Lane, Canton, NC

Parents highlight the staff's deep affection for children, with one family noting their child has attended for two years and feels loved like their own. Another parent emphasizes that the teachers are amazing and their child absolutely enjoys the experience, while a third describes the facility as nice with friendly staff.

staff affectionlong-term satisfactionchild enjoyment

Kid Connection Child Development Center

5(2)

43 Crestview St, Canton, NC

Honey Bee Day Care Center INC.

3.6(1)

501 Terrell Cove Road, Canton, NC

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Daycare types in Canton

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 4

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🎒 After School Programs 3

Daycare Centers in Canton, North Carolina

There are 11 daycare centers in Canton, North Carolina. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Canton have an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 15 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Canton, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Canton

Showing 11 results

Kid Connection Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
43 Crestview St, Canton, NC
Phone
(828) 648-2775
Silver Bluff Early Education And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the staff's deep affection for children, with one family noting their child has attended for two years and feels loved like their own. Another parent emphasizes that the teachers are amazing and their child absolutely enjoys the experience, while a third describes the facility as nice with friendly staff.

staff affectionlong-term satisfactionchild enjoyment
Address
26 Papoose Lane, Canton, NC
Phone
(828) 646-0300
Central United Methodist Church Prekindergarten
Church Daycare
4.9

Central United Methodist Church Prekindergarten receives consistently positive feedback, with parents praising the childcare program, welcoming atmosphere, and committed staff. The facility is described as a warm, friendly church community with strong children's ministries and excellent pastoral leadership.

warm and welcoming environmentfriendly staffexcellent children's and youth ministries
Address
34 Church Street, Canton, NC
Phone
(828) 648-3301
Honey Bee Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
501 Terrell Cove Road, Canton, NC
Phone
(828) 648-1426
North Canton Elementary Prek
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
60 Thompson Street, Canton, NC
Phone
(828) 646-3444
Patricia S. Turner Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
35 Peach Bloom Dr, Canton, NC
Phone
(828) 648-6637
Meadowbrook Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
85 Morning Star Road, Canton, NC
Phone
(828) 646-3445
Bethel Elementary After School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4700 Old River Road, Canton, NC
Phone
(828) 646-3448
Bethel Christian Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
100 Park Street, Canton, NC
Phone
(828) 648-4492
North Canton Elementary After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
60 Thompson Street, Canton, NC
Phone
(828) 646-3444
Meadowbrook After School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
85 Morningstar Road, Canton, NC
Phone
(828) 646-3445

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 all daycares in Canton, North Carolina. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Canton have an average Google rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Canton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with North Carolina's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Carolina)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Canton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in North Carolina typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Canton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Canton must be licensed by North Carolina's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.