
Compare 177 daycare centers in Raleigh. Average rating: 4.34/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Raleigh has 177 licensed daycares with 1,630 parent reviews averaging 4.34/5.63 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 57% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 27613 (avg 5 stars), while 27604 has the largest selection (20 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
3922 Buffaloe Road, Raleigh, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Guru Academy is highly praised by parents for its strong academic focus combined with genuine care from staff and owners. Children show enthusiasm for attending, demonstrate rapid learning progress, and form positive relationships with teachers. Parents consistently report their children are thriving both educationally and emotionally.
5315 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Temple Beth Or Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the nurturing teachers, strong academic preparation, inclusive community, and warm environment where children thrive both academically and socially.
1020 Penselwood Drive, Raleigh, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Denise's Learn and Play for its caring, attentive staff led by Ashley, with children showing strong academic and social development. Families appreciate the home-based environment, transparent communication, reasonable rates, and the staff's genuine affection for the children. Many parents have kept their children enrolled for multiple years and recommend the facility highly.
6941 Hilburn Dr, Raleigh, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Primrose School of Hilburn in Raleigh receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, professional staff and quality curriculum. Parents report their children are excited to attend, develop strong skills, and receive individualized attention and support. The school is commended for its responsive communication, developmental focus, and long-tenured staff.
1215 Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise The Goddard School for its caring, invested teachers who help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The school is noted for excellent communication, safety, community atmosphere, and successful transitions for children of all ages. Parents report high satisfaction with classroom management, special events, and the overall quality of care.
1601 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
No reviews of this daycare center were found. The reviews provided are for Mount Peace Baptist Church, not the Mount Peace Child Development Center daycare. Unable to provide accurate summary of parent experiences with the childcare facility.
9725 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, NC · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Cornerstone Learning Center receives universal praise from parents who report their children are thriving academically and emotionally. Parents consistently highlight the caring, engaged staff, effective communication through apps and updates, and strong learning outcomes. Multiple families express relief about their children's development and readiness for kindergarten.
1590 Dunn Road, Raleigh, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Rainbow Child Care Center (Falls Lake KinderCare) in Raleigh receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, strong leadership, clean facilities, and structured educational programs. Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere, individualized attention to children, nutritious meals provided, and seamless transitions for children moving from other facilities. The center is noted for going above and beyond expectations in both childcare and educational support.
6612 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Asbury Preschool receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, invested teachers and fun, engaging learning environment. Parents report their children develop strong foundational skills, social abilities, and enthusiasm for learning while feeling well-prepared for kindergarten. The facility fosters a family-like community atmosphere that parents value long-term.
6215 Litchford Rd, Raleigh, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Childworks Inc. for its warm, nurturing environment and caring staff. The facility is noted for excellent communication with families, strong leadership under the director, and individual attention to children's development. Multiple long-term families credit the center with supporting their children's growth and confidence.
Based on 110 daycares with Google ratings in Raleigh
Top qualities mentioned across 1,630 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Raleigh, based on parent reviews
Raleigh zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27613 | 10 | 5 | 3 | |
| 27616 | 14 | 4.92 | 6 | |
| 27617 | 5 | 4.65 | 2 | |
| 27612 | 10 | 4.58 | 3 | |
| 27603 | 13 | 4.56 | 7 | |
| 27615 | 19 | 4.51 | 7 | |
| 27604 | 20 | 4.42 | 8 | |
| 27614 | 7 | 4.41 | 4 | |
| 27607 | 8 | 4.33 | 3 | |
| 27601 | 7 | 4.32 | 4 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Raleigh (– children)
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Highest rated daycares in Raleigh based on parent reviews
3922 Buffaloe Road, Raleigh, NC
Guru Academy is highly praised by parents for its strong academic focus combined with genuine care from staff and owners. Children show enthusiasm for attending, demonstrate rapid learning progress, and form positive relationships with teachers. Parents consistently report their children are thriving both educationally and emotionally.
5315 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC
Temple Beth Or Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the nurturing teachers, strong academic preparation, inclusive community, and warm environment where children thrive both academically and socially.
1020 Penselwood Drive, Raleigh, NC
Parents consistently praise Denise's Learn and Play for its caring, attentive staff led by Ashley, with children showing strong academic and social development. Families appreciate the home-based environment, transparent communication, reasonable rates, and the staff's genuine affection for the children. Many parents have kept their children enrolled for multiple years and recommend the facility highly.
6941 Hilburn Dr, Raleigh, NC
Primrose School of Hilburn in Raleigh receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, professional staff and quality curriculum. Parents report their children are excited to attend, develop strong skills, and receive individualized attention and support. The school is commended for its responsive communication, developmental focus, and long-tenured staff.
1215 Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC
Parents consistently praise The Goddard School for its caring, invested teachers who help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The school is noted for excellent communication, safety, community atmosphere, and successful transitions for children of all ages. Parents report high satisfaction with classroom management, special events, and the overall quality of care.
1601 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC
No reviews of this daycare center were found. The reviews provided are for Mount Peace Baptist Church, not the Mount Peace Child Development Center daycare. Unable to provide accurate summary of parent experiences with the childcare facility.
Raleigh offers a robust selection of 177 childcare facilities, providing families with diverse options ranging from faith-based programs to specialized academies. Parents frequently highlight safe environments, clean facilities, and the joy children feel attending these centers as key reasons for their satisfaction. The 27613 zip code stands out as a notable neighborhood, offering a cluster of highly rated centers for local families.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Raleigh have an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 across 110 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.54 stars. Our analysis covers 1,630 parent reviews. Parents in Raleigh most frequently praise daycares for safe environment, clean facility, and children excited to attend.
When choosing a daycare in Raleigh, 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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Guru Academy is highly praised by parents for its strong academic focus combined with genuine care from staff and owners. Children show enthusiasm for attending, demonstrate rapid learning progress, and form positive relationships with teachers. Parents consistently report their children are thriving both educationally and emotionally.
Southeast Raleigh Day Care receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's dedication and individualized attention to children. Parents report their children are happy, eager to attend, and make developmental progress, including speech improvement and successful transitions for children with autism and anxiety.
One parent highlights the school's educational value and specifically commends Ms. Shae for her support.
Parents highlight the school's clean, community-focused environment and diverse educational programs, noting that their children are happy and making significant developmental progress. Reviewers appreciate the strong teacher-to-child ratio, which ensures individual attention, and report high satisfaction with the devoted staff.
One parent describes the center as 'awesome' and 'perfect,' expressing strong satisfaction with the quality of care. The reviewer enthusiastically recommends checking out the facility, noting their positive experience with an emoji.
Parents consistently praise Denise's Learn and Play for its caring, attentive staff led by Ashley, with children showing strong academic and social development. Families appreciate the home-based environment, transparent communication, reasonable rates, and the staff's genuine affection for the children. Many parents have kept their children enrolled for multiple years and recommend the facility highly.
Parents consistently praise Little Leaf Discovery School for its engaging outdoor spaces, nurturing environment, and experienced teachers Ms. Myra and Ms. Monea. Families report their children developed strong social-emotional skills, gained excitement for learning, and felt well-prepared for kindergarten. Multiple parents expressed deep satisfaction and would recommend the facility without hesitation.
Primrose School of Hilburn in Raleigh receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, professional staff and quality curriculum. Parents report their children are excited to attend, develop strong skills, and receive individualized attention and support. The school is commended for its responsive communication, developmental focus, and long-tenured staff.
Parents highlight the center's nurturing environment and convenient downtown location, noting that staff are caring and effective in preparing children for kindergarten. Reviewers appreciate the included meals and enrichment activities like Spanish language instruction and seasonal events. One parent explicitly welcomes all families to the program.
Harvest Church Daycare in Raleigh receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, dedicated staff and teachers. Parents highlight strong developmental progress, excellent communication, and a loving environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. The facility appears to foster genuine connections between teachers and students across all age groups.
Parents highlight the center's experienced staff, noting that teachers have decades of tenure and appear deeply committed to their work. Reviewers appreciate the genuine care, honesty, and transparency shown by the leadership, which fosters a trusting environment for families.
Bright Haven Academy is a highly-regarded small daycare center in Raleigh where parents report their children are well-cared for and loved. Parents consistently praise the owners Jennifer and Stacey, the warm and attentive staff, strong communication, and family-like atmosphere. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and expressed confidence in the center's reliability and quality care across different age groups.
Asbury Preschool receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, invested teachers and fun, engaging learning environment. Parents report their children develop strong foundational skills, social abilities, and enthusiasm for learning while feeling well-prepared for kindergarten. The facility fosters a family-like community atmosphere that parents value long-term.
Temple Beth Or Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the nurturing teachers, strong academic preparation, inclusive community, and warm environment where children thrive both academically and socially.
Parents highlight the center's warm, dedicated staff and safe environment, noting that children leave well-prepared for kindergarten with strong social and academic foundations. Several families report high satisfaction with the balance of education and fun, attributing their children's positive development directly to the teachers' intentional care.
Parents consistently praise ITC as one of the best childcare options in Raleigh with a nurturing, warm environment and highly experienced, caring staff. They highlight low teacher turnover, small class ratios, engaging daily activities, outdoor time, and strong communication with families. Multiple reviewers recommend it highly and note it has a lengthy waiting list.
Reviewers highlight the facility's exceptional programming, small class sizes, and new campus with outdoor learning areas. Parents value the Montessori-inspired approach and the supportive atmosphere for children's social and intellectual development.
Parents highlight the center's family-like atmosphere and praise specific staff members, including Principal Ms. Chasity, teachers Miss Joni, Ms. Brandi, Ms. Courtney, and Ms. Dare, for their dedication and warmth. One family notes long-term satisfaction with the safe, nurturing, and educational environment provided for multiple children.
Parents consistently praise The Goddard School for its caring, invested teachers who help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The school is noted for excellent communication, safety, community atmosphere, and successful transitions for children of all ages. Parents report high satisfaction with classroom management, special events, and the overall quality of care.
Parents highlight the staff's attentiveness, warmth, and proactive communication regarding daily activities and child development. While most feedback is positive, one review notes a lower rating without specifying additional issues beyond the general praise for caring teachers.
No reviews of this daycare center were found. The reviews provided are for Mount Peace Baptist Church, not the Mount Peace Child Development Center daycare. Unable to provide accurate summary of parent experiences with the childcare facility.
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