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31 Daycare Centers in Mooresville, North Carolina

Browse all 31 daycare centers in Mooresville, North Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mooresville

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.

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    173 Raceway Drive, Mooresville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Primrose School of Lake Norman receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, dedicated staff, strong curriculum, and welcoming atmosphere that makes children eager to attend. The facility is noted for excellent communication, flexibility, and going above and beyond in child care and family support.

    Caring and dedicated staffstrong curriculumexcellent parent communication with daily updates and photoswelcoming atmosphere
  2. 2

    203 Singleton Road, Mooresville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Smart Kids Child Development Center #4 in Mooresville receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 five-star reviews praising the nurturing teachers, clean facility, Reggio-inspired curriculum, and child development. One parent expressed strong dissatisfaction with the recent switch from the HiMama app to the iBLum app, citing poor functionality and a concurrent tuition increase.

    Nurturing and caring teachersclean facilitywelcoming environmentReggio-inspired curriculum
  3. 3

    122 Balmy Lane, Mooresville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Tutor Time of Mooresville receives consistently excellent reviews with parents praising the caring, dedicated staff and strong educational approach. Parents highlight the sense of security, open communication, and individualized attention their children receive. The facility is recommended for its nurturing environment and professional management.

    Caring and dedicated staffstrong communication with parentsdevelopmental focus and learning activitiessafe and clea
  4. 4

    2493 Charlotte Highway, Mooresville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Ms. Jenny's Rocking Horse Ranch is a family-owned daycare in Mooresville, NC with consistently positive feedback from parents. Families praise the caring owners (Jenny and Doug), dedicated staff, and home-like atmosphere. Parents report long-term satisfaction, with some families using the facility for multiple years.

    Caring and loving ownersdedicated teachersfamily-oriented atmosphereclean facility
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    2499 Charlotte Highway, Mooresville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Ms. Jenny's Rocking Horse Ranch is a family-operated infant daycare in Mooresville, NC with consistently high ratings. Parents praise the owners' genuine care for children, the personalized mom-and-pop atmosphere, and the quality of teachers. Families report long-term satisfaction, with some parents using the facility for multiple years.

    Caring and loving owners and staffclean facilityfamily-oriented atmosphereattentive teachers
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    149 River Park Road, Mooresville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Cline Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising dedicated staff, strong teacher-child relationships, and responsive leadership. However, one review raises serious concerns about the director's conduct toward children, including physical handling and bullying behavior.

    Convenient locationnurturing and patient teachersresponsive director who addresses concernschild development and learning
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    219 W Mills Avenue, Mooresville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    First Class Preparatory School in Mooresville receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, strong communication, fresh meals, educational focus, and the welcoming environment created by owner Mrs. Glenn. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show academic and social growth.

    caring and welcoming staffstrong parent-teacher communicationowner Mrs. Glenn's leadership and responsivenessfresh home-cooked meals
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    129 Knob Hill Road, Mooresville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    J-Bear Child Development Center in Mooresville receives consistently high praise from parents. All submitted reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting warm, dedicated staff, strong communication, educational curriculum, and a family-centered atmosphere. Parents particularly note the center's attention to children with special needs and medical requirements.

    Warm and patient teachersexcellent parent communicationclean and organized facilitystrong aca

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Mooresville based on parent reviews

Primrose School Of Lake Norman

5(11)

173 Raceway Drive, Mooresville, NC

Primrose School of Lake Norman receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, dedicated staff, strong curriculum, and welcoming atmosphere that makes children eager to attend. The facility is noted for excellent communication, flexibility, and going above and beyond in child care and family support.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong curriculumexcellent parent communication with daily updates and photos

Smart Kids Child Development Center #4

4.6(9)

203 Singleton Road, Mooresville, NC

Smart Kids Child Development Center #4 in Mooresville receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 five-star reviews praising the nurturing teachers, clean facility, Reggio-inspired curriculum, and child development. One parent expressed strong dissatisfaction with the recent switch from the HiMama app to the iBLum app, citing poor functionality and a concurrent tuition increase.

Nurturing and caring teachersclean facilitywelcoming environment

Little Tots Early Learning Center

5(3)

583 West Mclelland Ave, Mooresville, NC

Little Tots Early Learning Center #2

5(3)

442 West Mclelland Ave, Mooresville, NC

Tutor Time Child Care / Learning Center

4.4(20)

122 Balmy Lane, Mooresville, NC

Tutor Time of Mooresville receives consistently excellent reviews with parents praising the caring, dedicated staff and strong educational approach. Parents highlight the sense of security, open communication, and individualized attention their children receive. The facility is recommended for its nurturing environment and professional management.

Caring and dedicated staffstrong communication with parentsdevelopmental focus and learning activities

Advance Preschool/Mera Jams

5(2)

633 West Mclelland Avenue, Mooresville, NC

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Daycare Centers in Mooresville, North Carolina

There are 31 daycare centers in Mooresville, 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 Mooresville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Frequently asked questions

There are 31 all daycares in Mooresville, North Carolina. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Mooresville, 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
Mooresville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 20 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 10 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 Mooresville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mooresville 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.