
Browse all 177 daycare centers in Raleigh, North Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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.
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.
There are 177 daycare centers in Raleigh, North Carolina. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
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Jordan Child and Family Enrichment Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its pre-K program, teacher quality, and inclusive environment. Parents report strong academic progress in their children and appreciate the center's extended hours and parental guidance. However, one parent experienced significant communication issues and was unable to reach the center via phone or email.
Rising Stars Jrversity receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and patient staff who foster academic and social development. Parents appreciate daily photo updates, school transportation, and the nurturing environment. One parent reported frustration with last-minute changes and delayed enrollment processes.
Little Makers Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and patient staff, emphasis on child development and learning, and welcoming environment that makes children eager to attend. Families report feeling confident in the center's ability to nurture their children's growth while maintaining strong communication and engaging daily activities.
Country Sunshine Children's Center receives nearly universal praise from parents, with most highlighting the caring staff, clean facility, and strong leadership under director Jan since the 1980s. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving their infant daughter sustaining a black eye, inconsistent explanations from staff, and concerning supervision practices revealed in security footage, with the center providing an inadequate response.
Knowledge Beginnings in Raleigh receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff and warm learning environment. Parents report strong communication, child development progress, and genuine teacher dedication. Children reportedly adjust well and love attending.
Wakefield Creative School receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight exceptional staff, strong educational programs, responsive administration, and family-friendly activities. Multiple parents emphasize their children's enthusiasm for attending and strong attachments to teachers.
Method Child Development Center in Raleigh receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and professional staff, strong leadership from directors Ms. Mac and Ms. T, quality nutrition, and emphasis on outdoor play and child development. Parents report successful transitions, responsive communication, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of North Raleigh for its caring, welcoming staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. The facility is noted for providing structured early education balanced with play-based learning, meals, and enrichment activities. Families report high satisfaction with their children's development, happiness, and adjustment to the school.
Children's Discovery Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, family-oriented facility with caring, dedicated teachers and strong educational programs. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with many entering kindergarten ahead of grade level. The family-owned operation is noted for personalized attention, low staff turnover, and treating families like extended family members.
Brentwood Child Care receives consistently high praise from parents, who highlight the caring and experienced staff, clean facility, and nurturing learning environment. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and benefit from the school readiness programs and community engagement activities. The center is recommended for families seeking a home-like atmosphere with strong parent-staff relationships.
Kreepers-N-Krawlers is highly rated by parents who praise the professional staff, owner Ms. Sandra, and family-oriented environment. Parents report strong communication, developmental progress, and children's enthusiasm about attending. The facility is noted for safety, security, and kindergarten preparation.
Tammy Lynn Center is a specialized facility serving children with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Raleigh, NC. Parents consistently praise the caring, compassionate staff, clean environment, and effective curriculum, with children described as thriving and loved. The center receives universal 5-star ratings from families who have used their services over multiple years.
Little People Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the caring staff, family-owned atmosphere, and educational curriculum. However, three recent negative reviews describe serious concerns about administrative response to parent complaints, staff emotional regulation, and how behavioral issues were handled.
A Safe Place Child Enrichment Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, learning-through-play approach, and emphasis on nature-based activities. The center is commended for academic preparation, outdoor learning opportunities including gardening, healthy food options, and strong parent communication. Multiple reviewers highlight successful transitions for children and positive long-term developmental outcomes.
Harps Mill Creative School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and supportive teaching staff, responsive administration, and quality curriculum. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, individual attention to children's development, and live classroom monitoring. One parent expressed concerns about administrative staff lacking empathy and flexibility during difficult personal situations.
Mariah's Christian Preschool Center receives mixed reviews with significant contrasts. Three parents praise the warm staff, Christian values, good communication, and family community atmosphere. Two parents report serious concerns including overcrowding, unprofessional director behavior, staff yelling at children, excessive student-to-teacher ratios, and documented violations with the NC childcare licensing board.
Garner Road Community Center is highly regarded as a long-standing community institution in Southeast Raleigh with strong family loyalty and multi-generational relationships. Parents and community members praise the facility for its supportive environment, swimming lessons, counselor training programs, and commitment to helping families through financial and personal hardships. The center extends its mission beyond childcare to serve as a refuge and community hub offering sports facilities, church services, and back-to-school support.
Kids First Academy receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, cleanliness, and leadership of director Ms. Loleta Brown. However, several negative reviews cite health concerns, communication issues, unprofessional staff responses, and organizational problems.
Happy Times Childcare Learning Center in Raleigh receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, welcoming environment, dedicated staff, and strong academic and social development their children experience.
Temple Baptist School & Day Care receives mostly positive reviews praising caring and attentive staff. However, one detailed complaint alleges poor hygiene, skipped feedings, and inadequate director response to concerns.
Parents consistently praise Lynn Road Childcare Academy for providing safe, loving, and attentive care. Staff members are noted as caring, knowledgeable, and experienced, including with special needs like premature infants. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and excited to attend daily.
Precious Promises Academy receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff and family-like environment, particularly director Sharon and teacher Mrs. Kat. However, serious concerns have been raised about administrative conduct, communication issues, and alleged inappropriate treatment of children by the director.
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