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175 Daycare Centers in Fayetteville, North Carolina

Browse all 175 daycare centers in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fayetteville

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

    1182 Curry Ford Dr, Fayetteville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Summers Child Care Center in Fayetteville receives perfect 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the owner Mrs. Summers and her staff for exceptional care, educational development, and safety. Parents consistently highlight the center's hands-on approach to academics, developmental milestones, potty training, and kindergarten preparation, along with strong parent communication and a nurturing environment.

    caring and professional staffbetter-than-standard child-to-adult ratio (3:10)safe fenced play area with no blind spotsaccepts one infant at a time
  2. 2

    651 Country Club Drive, Fayetteville, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    All reviews are positive with a 5/5 rating. Parents praise the facility as a welcoming, family-friendly church environment with excellent teaching and worship. The congregation is described as warm, inclusive, and spiritually sound.

    Welcoming and friendly atmosphereclean facilityexcellent teaching and preachingstrong sense of community
  3. 3

    1062 Rim Road, Fayetteville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Middle Creek Creative School receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the genuine care and professionalism of Director Ms. Sessions and her teaching staff, noting their attentiveness to individual children and open communication with parents. The facility is described as clean, safe, and secure with a welcoming environment.

    caring and professional staffdirector's genuine interest in childrenpersonalized attention to each childclean and safe environment
  4. 4

    2922 Legion Rd, Fayetteville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Faith Care Children's Center for its caring, professional staff led by director Kim, strong curriculum, and family-like environment. Children transition smoothly and enjoy attending daily. The center is well-organized with good communication, transparent incident reporting, and flexibility with payment plans.

    Caring and professional staffstrong curriculumhealthy food optionsscheduled outdoor play
  5. 5

    6867 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Birds Nest Montessori School for its Montessori approach, experienced and caring teachers, and individualized learning opportunities. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially while maintaining enthusiasm for school. The clean, organized, calm environment and strong parent communication are frequently highlighted.

    Experienced and loving teachersindividualized learning at child's own paceclean and organized facilitycalm environment
  6. 6
    Lil' Angels Day Care
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    1648 Strickland Bridge Road, Fayetteville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Lil' Angels Day Care receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers, who praise the nurturing environment, caring and professional staff, and positive impact on children's development and social skills. Parents consistently highlight feeling at ease with their children's safety and care. The facility is described as a welcoming community with excellent communication and structured programming.

    Caring and attentive staffSafe environmentQuick child adjustmentStrong communication with parents
  7. 7

    700 Hope Mills Rd, Fayetteville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    New Beginning's Academy & Youth Development Center appears to be a church-based facility in Fayetteville, NC. Reviews praise the welcoming and caring environment led by Pastor Thompson, with consistent mentions of spiritual atmosphere and community involvement. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the warm, inclusive nature of the organization.

    Caring leadershipwelcoming and warm communityspiritual teachingCOVID safety protocols followed
  8. 8

    3112c Murchison Rd, Fayetteville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Mommy's Moment After School Care for its caring, patient staff and nurturing educational environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show academic and social growth. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and maintains strong communication with families.

    Dedicated and skilled teacherspatient and loving staffwarm and welcoming atmosphereclean and organized classrooms
  9. 9

    3108 Murchison Road, Fayetteville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Mommy's Moment Day Care for its warm, caring staff who create a safe and nurturing learning environment. Children are reported to be academically advanced, emotionally supported, and excited to attend daily. The center is noted for excellent parent communication, clean facilities, and staff who treat families like their own.

    Dedicated and patient teachersstrong academic instructionnurturing environmentexcellent parent communication
  10. 10

    5318 Yadkin Rd, Fayetteville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Tiny Treasures Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the exceptional care and nurturing environment provided by staff, particularly director Ms. Stephanie and teacher Mrs. Esther, noting that children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and feeling like family.

    Caring and passionate staffwarm and nurturing environmentstrong parent-child bonds with teachersclean and organized facility

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Fayetteville based on parent reviews

Summers Child Care Center

5(17)

1182 Curry Ford Dr, Fayetteville, NC

Summers Child Care Center in Fayetteville receives perfect 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the owner Mrs. Summers and her staff for exceptional care, educational development, and safety. Parents consistently highlight the center's hands-on approach to academics, developmental milestones, potty training, and kindergarten preparation, along with strong parent communication and a nurturing environment.

caring and professional staffbetter-than-standard child-to-adult ratio (3:10)safe fenced play area with no blind spots

Christian Childcare Learning Center

4.8(17)

651 Country Club Drive, Fayetteville, NC

All reviews are positive with a 5/5 rating. Parents praise the facility as a welcoming, family-friendly church environment with excellent teaching and worship. The congregation is described as warm, inclusive, and spiritually sound.

Welcoming and friendly atmosphereclean facilityexcellent teaching and preaching

Middle Creek Creative School

5(7)

1062 Rim Road, Fayetteville, NC

Middle Creek Creative School receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the genuine care and professionalism of Director Ms. Sessions and her teaching staff, noting their attentiveness to individual children and open communication with parents. The facility is described as clean, safe, and secure with a welcoming environment.

caring and professional staffdirector's genuine interest in childrenpersonalized attention to each child

Faith Care Children'S Center

4.8(12)

2922 Legion Rd, Fayetteville, NC

Parents consistently praise Faith Care Children's Center for its caring, professional staff led by director Kim, strong curriculum, and family-like environment. Children transition smoothly and enjoy attending daily. The center is well-organized with good communication, transparent incident reporting, and flexibility with payment plans.

Caring and professional staffstrong curriculumhealthy food options

Birds Nest Montessori School

4.7(20)

6867 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC

Parents consistently praise Birds Nest Montessori School for its Montessori approach, experienced and caring teachers, and individualized learning opportunities. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially while maintaining enthusiasm for school. The clean, organized, calm environment and strong parent communication are frequently highlighted.

Experienced and loving teachersindividualized learning at child's own paceclean and organized facility

Lil' Angels Day Care

4.7(20)

1648 Strickland Bridge Road, Fayetteville, NC

Lil' Angels Day Care receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers, who praise the nurturing environment, caring and professional staff, and positive impact on children's development and social skills. Parents consistently highlight feeling at ease with their children's safety and care. The facility is described as a welcoming community with excellent communication and structured programming.

Caring and attentive staffSafe environmentQuick child adjustment

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Daycare Centers in Fayetteville, North Carolina

There are 175 daycare centers in Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville

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Bright Young Minds Academy II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Bright Young Minds Academy II for its clean, safe environment and dedicated staff who provide nurturing, structured care. Multiple families report their children have experienced significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, and behavior. Long-term families express strong satisfaction with the quality of education and personal attention provided.

Clean and organized facilitystrong safety practicescaring and patient staff
Address
541 Bunce Road, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bright Young Minds Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Bright Young Minds Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the dedicated staff, clean facility, strong educational programs, and nurturing environment that supports children's academic and social development. Families report long-term enrollment and high satisfaction with the care and learning their children receive.

Patient and nurturing staffclean and organized facilitystrong emphasis on safety
Address
6039 Morganton Rd, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 745-8782
New Forever Young Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

New Forever Young Day Care receives mixed reviews with some parents praising the facility's availability and care, while others report significant concerns about staff professionalism, communication, and educational quality. The center has faced multiple complaints regarding staff conduct, homework support, and operational issues.

Flexible availability and quick enrollmentone staff member noted for kindness and positive communicationconvenient hours
Address
707 Mcarthur Rd, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 822-8443
Rowe'S Child Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

ROWE'S CHILD CARE CENTER has mixed reviews with four 5-star ratings praising staff friendliness, care quality, and child development, but two 1-star ratings citing serious safety and communication failures including an unreported head injury incident and poor hygiene practices. The center terminated one family's enrollment shortly after a state inspection without proper notice or explanation.

Friendly and caring staffgood with shy childrenengaging teachers
Address
1805 Pamalee Drive, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 822-6771
Cumberland Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Cumberland Learning Academy receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents who highlight the dedicated, caring staff and family-like atmosphere. However, some parents report serious concerns about unprofessional behavior and rudeness from middle school and elementary teachers. Long-term families express high satisfaction, while recent experiences suggest inconsistent quality across grade levels.

Dedicated and caring stafffamily-like atmosphereflexible scheduling accommodations
Address
2968 Cumberland Road, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 568-5005
Ms Carolyn'S Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Ms. Carolyn's Child Care for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Multiple reviewers report feeling complete trust in the facility and note their children are happy, engaged, and excited to attend. The director and teaching staff are frequently highlighted for their dedication, warmth, and individual attention to each child's needs.

Warm and caring staffexperienced and certified teachersdirector actively involved and accommodating
Address
2590 Cumberland Creek Dr, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 425-6266
Bonanza Preschool & Youth Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Bright Young Minds Academy for its clean, safe, and nurturing environment with dedicated staff who support children's academic and social development. Reviews highlight strong educational outcomes, individualized attention, and a loving atmosphere that parents trust. The facility's leadership, particularly Mr. and Mrs. Rivera, receives particular recognition for their commitment to quality early childhood education.

Clean and organized facilitySafety prioritizedCaring and attentive staff
Address
247 Bonanza Dr, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 487-5323
Precious Moments Childcare And Preschool 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents consistently praise Precious Moments Childcare for its caring, nurturing environment and personalized attention to each child's development. Staff members are described as warm-hearted and invested in children's growth, with particular strengths in potty training support and academic preparation for school. The facility maintains open communication with parents and creates an engaging, clean, and safe setting.

caring and attentive staffsafe and clean facilitypersonalized attention to individual needs
Address
126 S Reilly Rd, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 860-1150
Wonder Years Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Wonder Years Child Development Center in Fayetteville receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight a warm, nurturing environment with caring staff who support children's emotional, social, and academic development from infancy through Pre-K. Parents report their children are excited to attend, well-prepared for kindergarten, and experience the facility as safe and welcoming.

Caring and nurturing staffwarm welcoming environmentclean facility
Address
6340 Cliffdale Road, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 487-2441
Arether'S Little M&M Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

ARETHER'S LITTLE M&M CHILDCARE receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational programs, cleanliness, and genuine connection with children. However, serious safety concerns have been raised regarding unlocked doors, lack of fencing, and inadequate pickup verification procedures.

caring and engaged teachersdaily educational worksheetsclean facility
Address
3377 Cumberland Rd, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 423-1305
Arether'S Little M & M'S Childcare II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Arether's Little M & M's Childcare II receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, clean facility, educational programs, and strong teacher-child connections. However, serious safety concerns have been raised regarding unlocked doors, lack of fencing, and inadequate pickup verification procedures.

caring and engaged staffclean facilityeducational materials and daily worksheets
Address
3389 Cumberland Road, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 424-1822
Panda Day Care & Creative School #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

PANDA DAY CARE & CREATIVE SCHOOL #2 has highly polarized reviews ranging from 5/5 to 1/5 stars. Positive reviews praise caring staff, clean facilities, and good communication, while negative reviews cite serious safety concerns including medication errors, inadequate supervision, poor hygiene, and allegations of child abuse.

Clean and well-organized facilitiescaring and attentive staffdaily updates and photo sharing via app
Address
874 S Reilly Road, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 867-0038
Creative Enhancement Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Creative Enhancement Day Care receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise caring staff members like Ms. Tiffany and Mrs. Erica for their attentiveness and educational preparation. However, negative reviews cite unprofessional staff behavior, inconsistent van pickup/drop-off timing without clear windows, and inflexible policies regarding morning cutoff times.

Caring and respectful staffstrong educational foundation for kindergarten readinesslong-term family loyalty
Address
1509 Shaw Rd, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 630-2330
Creative Enhancement Afterschool Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Creative Enhancement Afterschool Care receives mixed reviews with significant polarization. Positive reviews praise staff members like Ms. Tiffany and Mrs. Erica for being caring, respectful, and providing good educational preparation. Negative reviews cite unprofessional staff behavior, inconsistent transportation schedules, inflexible attendance policies, and poor communication.

Caring and respectful staffgood educational foundation for kindergarten readinesslong-term family loyalty
Address
1507 Shaw Rd, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 630-2330
Kidz Kastle
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

KIDZ KASTLE receives highly polarized reviews, with most parents praising the caring staff and educational environment, but several recent reviews cite serious concerns about owner conduct, communication issues, and operational inconsistencies. The facility appears to have strong teaching staff but management problems that have led to parent dissatisfaction.

Caring and loving staffeducational environmentgood preparation for elementary school
Address
4820 Camden Road, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 426-3557
Snyder Memorial Preschool And Learning Center
Church Daycare
3.1

Snyder Memorial Preschool and Learning Center in Fayetteville receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight caring, invested staff and a strong learning curriculum that prepares children academically and socially. Parents emphasize the genuine connection between teachers and students and the facility's reliability.

caring and invested teachersstrong academics and kindergarten preparationsocial skill development
Address
701 Westmont Drive, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 484-5067
Elfland Day Care & Fun Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1301 Hope Mills Road, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Ones Learning And Performing Arts Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
919 Ramsey St, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 491-0231
Creative Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Creative Learning Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents praising the staff's care, attentiveness, and educational quality. Children reportedly develop strong academic and social skills while feeling happy and safe. One parent reported serious safety concerns involving injuries on the child's first day.

Caring and attentive staffstrong educational curriculumchild development and milestone achievement
Address
1910 Owen Dr, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 273-5837
Burns Child Care & Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Burns Child Care & Preschool Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with nine 5-star reviews praising the staff's dedication, flexibility with schedules, nurturing environment, and 24-hour availability. However, two 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff professionalism, alleged physical discipline, hygiene standards, and unprofessional director conduct.

Flexible scheduling including extended/24-hour hoursengaged and caring staffpersonalized attention to children
Address
3131 Bordeaux Park Dr, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 323-9682
1st Start Child Development Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

1st Start Child Development Center has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise attentive staff, personalized care, and good teacher-child relationships. However, multiple negative reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate feeding practices, poor record-keeping, unprofessional management, and an unexplained closure without parent notice.

Attentive and hands-on staffpersonalized meal preferencesflexible transportation assistance
Address
1425 Mcarthur Road, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 488-8881
Dee'S Loving Day Care #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8
Address
720 Weiss Ave, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 323-2877
Diane'S Child Care And Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6
Address
1928 Simon St, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 829-9053
Sandy Ridge Child Care Center INC. II
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

Sandy Ridge Child Care Center II has highly polarized reviews. While a few parents praise the educational environment and care quality, multiple recent reviews cite serious concerns including unprofessional management, poor communication with schools, lack of educational programming, staff rudeness, and at least one incident of rough handling of a child.

Experienced staff who provide good carechildren learn academicschildren enjoy attending
Address
2514 Sand Hill Rd, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 484-1060
Sandy Ridge Child Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

Sandy Ridge Child Care Inc. receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about management and staff conduct. While some parents praise the care and learning environment, multiple recent reviews report unprofessional management, poor communication with schools, lack of proper instruction, and concerning staff behavior toward children.

Excellent care providedchildren learn and enjoy attendingexperienced staff (some individual staff members noted as great with kids)
Address
2514 Sand Hills Road, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 484-1060
Promise Land Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3
Address
1504 Royal Springs Street, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 527-4601
It Takes A Village Childcare & Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.7

It Takes a Village Childcare & Educational Center in Fayetteville, NC has overwhelmingly negative reviews citing poor sanitation, inadequate supervision, unprofessional staff behavior, and lack of child progress monitoring. Multiple parents report concerns about safety violations, inattentive caregiving, and unresponsive management. One positive review simply states 'I go here' without details.

Nice building
Address
1019 Pamalee Drive, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 867-2224
Holland Homes Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
3039 Enterprise Avenue, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 323-1482
C3 Cynthia'S Cuddling Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
609 Deep Creeek Rd, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 491-3743
Boojas Playhouse INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1719 Powell Street, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 491-8654

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Frequently asked questions

There are 175 all daycares in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Fayetteville, 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
Fayetteville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 115 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 17 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 8 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 35 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 Fayetteville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fayetteville 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.