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151 Daycare Centers in Durham, North Carolina

Browse all 151 daycare centers in Durham, North Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Durham

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

    1200 W Cornwallis Road, Durham, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Wildflower Cottage receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its nature-based, play-focused curriculum and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff with low turnover, thoughtfully designed facilities, and meaningful parent involvement opportunities. Families report noticeable improvements in their children's social-emotional development and independence after attending.

    Nature-based learning environmentimaginative play emphasisoutdoor spaceslow staff turnover
  2. 2

    2724 Atlantic Street, Durham, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Brown's Early Learning School in Durham receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the director Ms. Cheryl and her teaching staff for their passion, compassion, and nurturing approach to early childhood education. Families report significant developmental growth in their children and describe the school as creating a warm, family-like environment.

    Passionate and caring teachersstrong communication with parentsnurturing family environmentcomprehensive curriculum including phonics and social skills
  3. 3
    Early Start Academy
    4.56 score
    4.8(12)

    702 Trent Drive, Durham, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Early Start Academy receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the quality of teachers, engaging activities, and exceptional outdoor facilities. The center is noted as conveniently located and affordable.

    Warm and caring staffsafe environmentengaging art projects and activitiesexcellent outdoor play space
  4. 4

    1912 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Community Preschool at Lakewood receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and warm environment. Parents consistently highlight strong emotional bonds between teachers and children, excellent facility cleanliness, and effective developmental support. Multiple families express deep gratitude for the center's impact on their children's growth and wellbeing.

    Caring and nurturing staffwarm environmentpersonal attention to each childstrong teacher-child relationships
  5. 5

    2100 South Miami Blvd, Durham, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Alice in Wonderland Childcare Center in Durham receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents praising the passionate staff, nurturing environment, and strong developmental outcomes for children. Multiple parents describe it as a reliable, loving home away from home.

    Passionate and friendly staffchild development and learning outcomessafe and nurturing environmentcurriculum quality
  6. 6

    1222 N Alston Ave, Durham, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Beautiful Beginnings Child Care Inc. in Durham, NC has no parent reviews about its daycare services on Google. All five recent reviews are from customers who used the facility as an event venue for parties, weddings, and celebrations.

    Spacious and beautiful facilityattentive and kind ownersexcellent communication and response timefull kitchen available
  7. 7

    3400 Fayeteville Street, Durham, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for White Rock Baptist Church in Durham, North Carolina. No actual daycare parent reviews are available to summarize.

    None - reviews are for a churchnot a daycare facility
  8. 8
    Triangle Day Care Center
    4.42 score
    4.6(12)

    1301 Riddle Rd, Durham, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Triangle Day Care Center in Durham, NC receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews rate the center 5 out of 5 stars, with parents highlighting the professionalism and care of the staff, strong communication with families, clean facilities, and quality curriculum that supports both social and academic development.

    Professional and caring staffexcellent parent communicationclean and well-organized facilitystrong curriculum
  9. 9

    3816 Sw Durham Dr, Durham, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Sprouting Scholars receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring staff, small class sizes, educational curriculum, and excellent daily communication with parents. One parent reported significant concerns about management, inconsistent billing practices, facility maintenance issues, and scheduling changes without notice.

    Warm and caring staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsdaily photo and video updatessmall class sizes
  10. 10
    Watts Sac Club
    4.41 score
    4.7(7)

    700 Watts Street, Durham, NC · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Watts SAC Club is described as a welcoming and inclusive community with loving staff. Parents appreciate its progressive values, emphasis on social justice, and strong sense of community connection. The facility is noted for its historic setting and caring approach to both children and neighbors.

    loving staffwelcoming and affirming environmentprogressive and inclusive valuesstrong community focus

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Durham based on parent reviews

Wildflower Cottage For Children

5(20)

1200 W Cornwallis Road, Durham, NC

Wildflower Cottage receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its nature-based, play-focused curriculum and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff with low turnover, thoughtfully designed facilities, and meaningful parent involvement opportunities. Families report noticeable improvements in their children's social-emotional development and independence after attending.

Nature-based learning environmentimaginative play emphasisoutdoor spaces

Brown'S Early Learning School

4.9(20)

2724 Atlantic Street, Durham, NC

Brown's Early Learning School in Durham receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the director Ms. Cheryl and her teaching staff for their passion, compassion, and nurturing approach to early childhood education. Families report significant developmental growth in their children and describe the school as creating a warm, family-like environment.

Passionate and caring teachersstrong communication with parentsnurturing family environment

Early Start Academy

4.8(12)

702 Trent Drive, Durham, NC

Early Start Academy receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the warm, caring staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents highlight the quality of teachers, engaging activities, and exceptional outdoor facilities. The center is noted as conveniently located and affordable.

Warm and caring staffsafe environmentengaging art projects and activities

Community Preschool At Lakewood

4.7(13)

1912 Chapel Hill Road, Durham, NC

Community Preschool at Lakewood receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and warm environment. Parents consistently highlight strong emotional bonds between teachers and children, excellent facility cleanliness, and effective developmental support. Multiple families express deep gratitude for the center's impact on their children's growth and wellbeing.

Caring and nurturing staffwarm environmentpersonal attention to each child

Alice In Wonderland Childcare Center

5(5)

2100 South Miami Blvd, Durham, NC

Alice in Wonderland Childcare Center in Durham receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents praising the passionate staff, nurturing environment, and strong developmental outcomes for children. Multiple parents describe it as a reliable, loving home away from home.

Passionate and friendly staffchild development and learning outcomessafe and nurturing environment

Beautiful Beginnings Child Care INC.

5(5)

1222 N Alston Ave, Durham, NC

Beautiful Beginnings Child Care Inc. in Durham, NC has no parent reviews about its daycare services on Google. All five recent reviews are from customers who used the facility as an event venue for parties, weddings, and celebrations.

Spacious and beautiful facilityattentive and kind ownersexcellent communication and response time

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Daycare Centers in Durham, North Carolina

There are 151 daycare centers in Durham, North Carolina. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Durham, 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 Durham

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Watts Sac Club
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Watts SAC Club is described as a welcoming and inclusive community with loving staff. Parents appreciate its progressive values, emphasis on social justice, and strong sense of community connection. The facility is noted for its historic setting and caring approach to both children and neighbors.

loving staffwelcoming and affirming environmentprogressive and inclusive values
Address
700 Watts Street, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 287-5697
Triangle Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Triangle Day Care Center in Durham, NC receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews rate the center 5 out of 5 stars, with parents highlighting the professionalism and care of the staff, strong communication with families, clean facilities, and quality curriculum that supports both social and academic development.

Professional and caring staffexcellent parent communicationclean and well-organized facility
Address
1301 Riddle Rd, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 598-1573
White Rock Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for White Rock Baptist Church in Durham, North Carolina. No actual daycare parent reviews are available to summarize.

None - reviews are for a churchnot a daycare facility
Address
3400 Fayeteville Street, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 683-1649
Russell Memorial Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.6

Russell Memorial Child Development Center is a religious facility in Durham, North Carolina with very positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming staff, caring teachers, and the center's community involvement. One reviewer notes the facility is currently closed but expresses hope for it to reopen.

Warm and welcoming pastor and staffloving and caring teacherscommunity-focused
Address
703 South Alston Ave, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 682-1305
Mount Sylvan United Methodist
Before or After School Daycare
4.5
Address
5731 Roxboro Rd, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 477-7389
Ninth Street Kin
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1006 Broad Street, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 286-7773
Kin Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1416 Broad Street, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 286-5432
Little People Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little People Day Care Center in Durham receives mostly positive reviews praising the dedicated owner Miss Murphy, attentive teachers, and quality childcare. However, two negative reviews cite communication issues, unprofessional behavior from management, and concerns about illness response protocols.

Caring and attentive staffdedicated owner and directorchild development support
Address
1020 Highway 70 East, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 957-3976
Kid'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Kids R Kids Learning Center for its warm, caring staff, clean facility, and strong educational programs. Children show measurable academic and social development, with parents noting excellent communication and genuine staff engagement. The center fosters a nurturing environment where children are excited to attend daily.

caring and professional staffclean and well-maintained facilitystrong Pre-K program with measurable learning outcomes
Address
4210 Nc Hwy 55, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 572-5666
Kids R Kids Rtp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Kids R Kids RTP in Durham receives consistently positive reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, clean facility, strong academic programs (especially Pre-K), and excellent communication. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable growth in social, emotional, and academic development.

Caring and professional staffclean and well-maintained facilitystrong Pre-K program
Address
2502 Presidential Drive, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 544-5050
Primrose School At Hope Valley Farms
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Primrose School at Hope Valley Farms receives mostly positive reviews praising teachers, academic programs, and nurturing environment. However, two detailed negative reviews highlight serious concerns about administration's handling of a child with violent behavior and lack of responsiveness to parent safety concerns.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong academic resultsclean facility
Address
702 Juliette Drive, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 484-8884
Eno Valley Sac Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

ENO Valley SAC Club is a highly-rated swim and tennis club in Durham that families praise for its pool facilities and summer programs. Parents consistently highlight the friendly, top-notch staff, affordable membership, and family-friendly environment. The Eno Orcas swim team is noted for quality instruction focused on technique and sportsmanship.

Excellent pool facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffaffordable membership
Address
117 Milton Road, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 560-3816
Liberty Baptist Day Care
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Reviews praise Liberty Baptist Day Care's Christian education approach, welcoming community, and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the school's independence from government guidelines, strong academic performance, low student-to-teacher ratios, and Christ-based curriculum. The facility is described as a supportive family-oriented environment with quality instruction.

Christian educationwelcoming stafflow student-to-teacher ratios
Address
3864 Guess Rd, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 471-5522
Sunshine Smiles Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sunshine Smiles Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who describe the staff as caring, patient, and genuinely invested in children's development and wellbeing. Parents highlight the clean facility, enriching activities, strong communication, security measures, and supportive approach to individual child needs. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and would recommend the center to others.

Caring and patient staffresponsive director (Erika)cle
Address
2611 Broad Street, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 317-1500
Children'S Campus At Southpoint
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Children's Campus at Southpoint receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong emotional development of their children. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming environment, qualified teachers, and supportive leadership under Director Amy Boyette. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, educational programs, flexible hours, and on-site chef preparing healthy meals.

Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsemotional and behavioral development
Address
7317 Fayetteville Road, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 806-1900
New Beginnings Home Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1834 Liberty St, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 264-8387
A New Beginning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
3807 University Drive, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 490-1924
A New Beginning III
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
3809 University Drive, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 490-1924
Lyon Park Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.2
Address
1309 Halley St, Durham, NC
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
A New Beginning IV
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
212 Davidson Ave, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 220-0055
Abundant Love Christian Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Abundant Love Christian Daycare Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its loving, attentive staff and strong educational programs. Parents highlight the center's safe environment, individualized child development, and family-like atmosphere. Multiple reviewers credit the center with significant academic progress in their children.

Caring and attentive staffstrong academic instructionsafe and secure environment
Address
2210 E Hwy 54, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 908-9551
Little Engine Academy @ Bragtown
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Little Engine Academy receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, and excellent communication. However, some parents reported discrepancies between advertised and actual drop-off hours, and one parent had concerns about the director's professionalism.

caring and friendly staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent parent communication
Address
2713 N Roxboro Road, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 294-4495
First Presbyterian Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

First Presbyterian Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the small class sizes, dedicated staff, creative curriculum, and safe environment. The facility is noted as a welcoming place where children are excited to attend and thrive developmentally. One parent expressed dissatisfaction regarding cost and overall experience.

small class sizesqualified and caring stafflow teacher turnover
Address
305 E Main Street, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 688-8685
Mcqueen'S Amazing Changes Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
124 Woodcrest Street, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 596-2766
The Greenwood School Of Discovery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1307 W Woodcraft Pkwy, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 493-9244
Whitted School
Before or After School Daycare
4
Address
1210 Sawyer Street, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 560-3505
Another Beautiful Beginnings Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1309 Angier Avenue, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 682-5292
Academy Of Stars
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Academy of Stars receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the loving staff, Christian environment, and individualized care including accommodation for children with special needs. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns about facility maintenance, management responsiveness to safety issues, and past regulatory violations.

caring and loving staffChristian-based curriculumaffordable rates
Address
1222 Holloway Street, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 687-0862
Treasures Of Joy Christian Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Treasures of Joy has strong ratings with 5 positive reviews praising the caring staff, clean facilities, home-cooked meals, and loving environment. However, 2 negative reviews cite sudden closures without adequate notice, dismissive owner communication, and concerns about billing practices.

Professional and caring staffclean classrooms and facilitieshome-cooked meals prepared by owner
Address
3500 S Alston Avenue, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 484-1881
Learning Tots Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Learning Tots Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 five-star ratings highlighting caring staff, low teacher turnover, academic preparation, and schedule flexibility. One parent reported a billing dispute with the director regarding drop-in service credits and an alleged broken agreement.

Caring and loving teacherslow staff turnoverflexible scheduling and part-time tuition options
Address
1900 Sedwick Road, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 544-2815

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Frequently asked questions

There are 151 all daycares in Durham, North Carolina. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Durham, 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
Durham offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 104 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 8 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 33 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 Durham for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Durham 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.