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Best Daycare Centers in Newport, NC

Compare 7 daycare centers in Newport. Average rating: 4.1/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Newport, North Carolina at a glance

Daycares
7
Avg rating
4.1/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Newport offers 7 licensed daycares, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.1/5.57% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Newport.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Newport

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
    White Oak Christian Child Care
    3.68 score
    3.5(9)

    5054 Highway 24, Newport, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    White Oak Christian Child Care receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, Christian environment, and strong communication, but several others report serious safety concerns including inadequate supervision, incidents on the playground, and poor investigation protocols.

    Caring and friendly staffChristian atmosphereconvenient hours (6:15 AM-6 PM)good outdoor play opportunities

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Newport

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.75avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Newport zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
285707
4.1
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Newport (– 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 Newport based on parent reviews

Saint James Day Care & Preschool

4.8(2)

1011 Orange Street, Newport, NC

Land Of Little People Preschool

4(2)

6923-K Us Hwy 70 E, Newport, NC

White Oak Christian Child Care

3.5(9)

5054 Highway 24, Newport, NC

White Oak Christian Child Care receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, Christian environment, and strong communication, but several others report serious safety concerns including inadequate supervision, incidents on the playground, and poor investigation protocols.

Caring and friendly staffChristian atmosphereconvenient hours (6:15 AM-6 PM)

Map

Daycare types in Newport

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Browse by type in Newport

🎨 Preschools 4

Daycare Centers in Newport, North Carolina

There are 7 daycare centers in Newport, 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 Newport have an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Newport, 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 Newport

Showing 7 results

Saint James Day Care & Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8
Address
1011 Orange Street, Newport, NC
Phone
(252) 223-3191
Land Of Little People Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
6923-K Us Hwy 70 E, Newport, NC
Phone
(252) 223-0099
White Oak Christian Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

White Oak Christian Child Care receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, Christian environment, and strong communication, but several others report serious safety concerns including inadequate supervision, incidents on the playground, and poor investigation protocols.

Caring and friendly staffChristian atmosphereconvenient hours (6:15 AM-6 PM)
Address
5054 Highway 24, Newport, NC
Phone
(252) 393-7808
Bogue Sound Elementary School Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3323 Highway 24, Newport, NC
Phone
(252) 393-1279
Newport Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
219 Chatham Street, Newport, NC
Phone
(252) 223-4201
Carteret Preschool Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
903 Church Street, Newport, NC
Phone
(252) 223-4574
Little Gems Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1158 Hwy 24, Newport, NC
Phone
(252) 622-6779

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 all daycares in Newport, North Carolina. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Newport have an average Google rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Newport, 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
Newport offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Newport for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Newport 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.