
Compare 36 daycare centers in Rocky Mount. Average rating: 3.87/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Rocky Mount has 36 licensed daycares with 176 parent reviews averaging 3.87/5.The highest-rated options cluster around 27803 (avg 4.4 stars), while 27804 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.
54 Therapy Lane, Rocky Mount, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Foundation Builders Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers who praise the professional and friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, and strong child care. Parents consistently highlight the in-classroom camera system with app access as a key feature that provides peace of mind, along with daily activity updates and photos. The center is noted for educational activities, cleanliness, and staff who show genuine care and love for the children.
231 N Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Good Shepherd Day School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, educational activities, and developmental progress of their children. One parent reported a significant decline in leadership quality, communication, and organizational culture following administrative changes, culminating in their child's termination after raising safety concerns.
200 South Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
First Baptist Day Care Inc receives consistently high ratings from parents and community members who praise its caring, friendly staff and Christian values. Parents highlight the center's community involvement, excellent customer service, and nurturing environment for children. The facility is described as a welcoming, faith-based institution with strong teachings and programs.
620 North Grace Street, Rocky Mount, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Victory Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring and patient staff who go above and beyond for children, including those with special needs. Parents appreciate the positive atmosphere, educational activities, and willingness to work with families on financial and personal needs to support their children's success.
1412 Old Wilson Road, Rocky Mount, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Note: These reviews appear to be for a Wizard of Oz themed attraction/tourist destination in Beech Mountain, NC, not a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the immersive experience, high-quality costumes and performances, beautiful mountain scenery, and friendly staff. However, the attraction has significant accessibility limitations and requires substantial walking on hilly terrain.
522 N Old Carriage Rd, Rocky Mount, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Note: The reviews provided are not for the Child Development Center but rather for Nash Community College's various programs and facilities. Reviews consistently praise the institution for helpful staff, clear communication, quality facilities, and professional services across different departments.
1000 Independence Drive, Rocky Mount, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
YMCA Adventure Zone receives overwhelmingly positive feedback with parents praising the clean, well-maintained facility and friendly, helpful staff. The center offers various amenities including pools, gym, sauna, and steam room. Some concerns have been raised about limited pool hours and scheduling accuracy.
1501 Burton Street, Rocky Mount, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Precious Ones Daycare has received overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff care, child development, and welcoming environment. However, one critical review alleges a serious incident involving physical contact with a child and subsequent physical altercation with parents.
513 Old Mill Road, Rocky Mount, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Stone Park Child Care #2 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the staff's attentiveness, nurturing environment, and educational programs. However, two parents reported serious concerns about child safety, including unexplained injuries and inadequate hygiene practices.
2790 Nicodemus Mile Road, Rocky Mount, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Apple Tree Wee School receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the staff, director Ms. Tammy, and family-like environment, reporting excellent care and communication. However, two parents raised serious concerns about mold, facility conditions, staff attitude, and child welfare issues.
Based on 25 daycares with Google ratings in Rocky Mount
Top qualities mentioned across 176 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Rocky Mount, based on parent reviews
Rocky Mount zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27803 | 5 | 4.4 | 2 | |
| 27804 | 20 | 3.82 | 4 | |
| 27801 | 9 | 3.65 | 2 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Rocky Mount (– children)
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Highest rated daycares in Rocky Mount based on parent reviews
54 Therapy Lane, Rocky Mount, NC
Foundation Builders Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers who praise the professional and friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, and strong child care. Parents consistently highlight the in-classroom camera system with app access as a key feature that provides peace of mind, along with daily activity updates and photos. The center is noted for educational activities, cleanliness, and staff who show genuine care and love for the children.
231 N Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC
Good Shepherd Day School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, educational activities, and developmental progress of their children. One parent reported a significant decline in leadership quality, communication, and organizational culture following administrative changes, culminating in their child's termination after raising safety concerns.
200 South Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC
First Baptist Day Care Inc receives consistently high ratings from parents and community members who praise its caring, friendly staff and Christian values. Parents highlight the center's community involvement, excellent customer service, and nurturing environment for children. The facility is described as a welcoming, faith-based institution with strong teachings and programs.
620 North Grace Street, Rocky Mount, NC
Victory Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring and patient staff who go above and beyond for children, including those with special needs. Parents appreciate the positive atmosphere, educational activities, and willingness to work with families on financial and personal needs to support their children's success.
1412 Old Wilson Road, Rocky Mount, NC
Note: These reviews appear to be for a Wizard of Oz themed attraction/tourist destination in Beech Mountain, NC, not a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the immersive experience, high-quality costumes and performances, beautiful mountain scenery, and friendly staff. However, the attraction has significant accessibility limitations and requires substantial walking on hilly terrain.
522 N Old Carriage Rd, Rocky Mount, NC
Note: The reviews provided are not for the Child Development Center but rather for Nash Community College's various programs and facilities. Reviews consistently praise the institution for helpful staff, clear communication, quality facilities, and professional services across different departments.
There are 36 daycare centers in Rocky Mount, 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 Rocky Mount have an average rating of 3.87 out of 5 across 25 rated facilities, with 32% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 176 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Rocky Mount, 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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Foundation Builders Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers who praise the professional and friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, and strong child care. Parents consistently highlight the in-classroom camera system with app access as a key feature that provides peace of mind, along with daily activity updates and photos. The center is noted for educational activities, cleanliness, and staff who show genuine care and love for the children.
Victory Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring and patient staff who go above and beyond for children, including those with special needs. Parents appreciate the positive atmosphere, educational activities, and willingness to work with families on financial and personal needs to support their children's success.
First Baptist Day Care Inc receives consistently high ratings from parents and community members who praise its caring, friendly staff and Christian values. Parents highlight the center's community involvement, excellent customer service, and nurturing environment for children. The facility is described as a welcoming, faith-based institution with strong teachings and programs.
Good Shepherd Day School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, educational activities, and developmental progress of their children. One parent reported a significant decline in leadership quality, communication, and organizational culture following administrative changes, culminating in their child's termination after raising safety concerns.
Note: These reviews appear to be for a Wizard of Oz themed attraction/tourist destination in Beech Mountain, NC, not a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the immersive experience, high-quality costumes and performances, beautiful mountain scenery, and friendly staff. However, the attraction has significant accessibility limitations and requires substantial walking on hilly terrain.
Note: The reviews provided are not for the Child Development Center but rather for Nash Community College's various programs and facilities. Reviews consistently praise the institution for helpful staff, clear communication, quality facilities, and professional services across different departments.
Precious Ones Daycare has received overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff care, child development, and welcoming environment. However, one critical review alleges a serious incident involving physical contact with a child and subsequent physical altercation with parents.
One parent highlights the center's helpfulness, unconditional support, and strong parent-teacher communication, while another simply calls it a great school. Conversely, a different reviewer reports significant frustration with unreturned phone calls and a confusing enrollment process involving a waiting list despite visible student activity.
YMCA Adventure Zone receives overwhelmingly positive feedback with parents praising the clean, well-maintained facility and friendly, helpful staff. The center offers various amenities including pools, gym, sauna, and steam room. Some concerns have been raised about limited pool hours and scheduling accuracy.
Stone Park Child Care #2 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the staff's attentiveness, nurturing environment, and educational programs. However, two parents reported serious concerns about child safety, including unexplained injuries and inadequate hygiene practices.
Apple Tree Wee School receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the staff, director Ms. Tammy, and family-like environment, reporting excellent care and communication. However, two parents raised serious concerns about mold, facility conditions, staff attitude, and child welfare issues.
Positive reviews highlight a clean facility, caring staff, and strong communication for children from infant to pre-k, while recent negative feedback cites a sharp decline in quality, safety violations, and inadequate supervision. Critics report that the center has become disorganized, with untrained teachers, lack of outdoor time, and unaddressed physical aggression among children. Additionally, reviewers note high costs without corresponding educational activities or certified pre-k instruction.
While one former student recalls positive experiences, recent parents report severe safety concerns, chronic understaffing, and a lack of professional credentials among educators. Another parent describes the facility as unorganized and recommends against enrollment due to poor leadership and cover-ups.
One parent highlights the center's separate learning programs for toddlers and babies, hands-on activities, potty training support, and fair pricing. Another reviewer praises the owners for being awesome and caring. Conversely, a single negative review alleges that employees neglect screaming babies and speak negatively about parents.
One parent highlights the center as a good option for short-term care, while others report serious issues including staff mistreatment, unprofessional conduct, and critical safety failures regarding unauthorized pickups. Additional complaints focus on unreliable transportation services, poor communication among staff, and perceived discrimination toward families with vouchers.
Little Angels Child Care Center receives mixed reviews. Some parents praise it highly, with children attending for years. However, multiple parents report serious concerns about professionalism, communication, management availability, and dishonest business practices.
Little Angels Child Care Center #2 receives mixed reviews with significant polarization. Positive reviews praise the facility as excellent with long-term attendance, while negative reviews cite serious concerns about unprofessional management, poor communication, deceptive enrollment practices, and rude staff.
One parent reports positive experiences, highlighting the center's willingness to accept children who are not potty trained and effective support in that area. However, other reviewers describe severe issues including unprofessional management, questionable financial practices, and significant safety and hygiene negligence such as improper handling of children and missing belongings.
All Smiles Child Care Center has a stark divide in parent feedback. While two reviews praise the teachers and cleanliness, nine negative reviews consistently cite serious concerns about the director/owner's management, communication, and behavior toward staff and parents, along with allegations of administrative issues, inadequate child adjustment support, communication failures regarding child safety, and unsafe driving practices.
One parent reports persistent phone connectivity issues with busy signals, while another criticizes the center for unprofessionalism, excessive gossip, lack of a learning curriculum, and arbitrary policy changes without notice. A third review simply labels the center as very unprofessional and advises against enrollment.
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