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21 Daycare Centers in Salisbury, North Carolina

Browse all 21 daycare centers in Salisbury, North Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Salisbury

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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    217 S Church Street, Salisbury, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise FUMC Child Development Center for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like family. The facility offers a structured curriculum with meals provided, reasonable pricing, and strong communication with parents that prepares children well for kindergarten entry.

    Caring and loving staffstrong curriculum and academic preparationreasonable pricingmeals and snacks provided
  2. 2

    2386 Robin Road, Salisbury, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Partners In Learning as an exceptional daycare with highly qualified, caring teachers and a nurturing learning environment. They highlight the facility's cleanliness, educational focus, NAEYC accreditation, and excellent communication through the Brightwheel app with daily photos and updates. Multiple reviewers note significant developmental progress in their children across various classroom levels.

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  3. 3
    Noah'S Ark Daycare
    4.25 score
    4.5(5)

    125 Dappler Land, Salisbury, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Noah's Ark Daycare receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, child development, and welcoming environment. However, one parent reported concerns about unprofessional communication, excessive screen time, frequent closures, and restrictive potty training practices.

    Caring and nurturing staffchild development and learningchildren enjoy attendingbilingual support
  4. 4

    300 West Innes St, Salisbury, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    St. John's Child Development Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from some parents but serious safety concerns from others. Positive reviewers highlight friendly, caring staff and happy children, while negative reviewers report inadequate supervision, staff inattention, and alleged physical mistreatment of children.

    Friendly and hardworking staffcaring teacherschildren enjoy attendingresponsive management to addressing issues
  5. 5

    125 Eastville Drive, Salisbury, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Cornerstone Child Development Center East receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, individual attention to children, and reasonable pricing. Most reviewers report their children have thrived and feel welcomed by teachers and leadership. One parent expressed frustration with communication responsiveness.

    Caring and loving teacherschild development and growthhands-on directorreasonable pricing
  6. 6

    305 S Link Ave, Salisbury, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Noah's Playloft Preschool receives highly polarized reviews. Three parents praise the facility as clean, well-organized, and staffed with caring teachers who resolve issues quickly. However, two parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, unexplained child injuries, unprofessional staff conduct, and dismissive handling of behavioral issues.

    Clean and well-organized facilitycaring and wonderful teachers (especially in infant room)happy childrenresponsive issue resolution
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    1000 S Long Street E S, Salisbury, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Kiddie Land Kindergarten has highly polarized reviews. Seven parents give 5-star ratings praising the caring staff, child happiness, and learning environment. However, three 1-star reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate special needs training, missing belongings, unsanitary conditions, and insensitive teacher interactions with children on the autism spectrum.

    Caring and loving staffchild happiness and engagementgood early learning instructionstaff dedication to child safety

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Salisbury based on parent reviews

First United Methodist Child Development Center

5(8)

217 S Church Street, Salisbury, NC

Parents consistently praise FUMC Child Development Center for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like family. The facility offers a structured curriculum with meals provided, reasonable pricing, and strong communication with parents that prepares children well for kindergarten entry.

Caring and loving staffstrong curriculum and academic preparationreasonable pricing

Cornerstone Child Development Center-City

5(4)

1325 Faith Road, Salisbury, NC

Partners In Learning Child Dev. & Family Resource

4.4(20)

2386 Robin Road, Salisbury, NC

Parents consistently praise Partners In Learning as an exceptional daycare with highly qualified, caring teachers and a nurturing learning environment. They highlight the facility's cleanliness, educational focus, NAEYC accreditation, and excellent communication through the Brightwheel app with daily photos and updates. Multiple reviewers note significant developmental progress in their children across various classroom levels.

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Livingstone Head Start

5(2)

414 Partee Street, Salisbury, NC

Noah'S Ark Daycare

4.5(5)

125 Dappler Land, Salisbury, NC

Noah's Ark Daycare receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, child development, and welcoming environment. However, one parent reported concerns about unprofessional communication, excessive screen time, frequent closures, and restrictive potty training practices.

Caring and nurturing staffchild development and learningchildren enjoy attending

Price Head Start Center

5(1)

1300 W Bank Street, Salisbury, NC

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Daycare Centers in Salisbury, North Carolina

There are 21 daycare centers in Salisbury, 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 Salisbury, 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 Salisbury

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Children 1st Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
114 Oakwood Avenue, Salisbury, NC
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
First United Methodist Child Development Center
Church Daycare
5

Parents consistently praise FUMC Child Development Center for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like family. The facility offers a structured curriculum with meals provided, reasonable pricing, and strong communication with parents that prepares children well for kindergarten entry.

Caring and loving staffstrong curriculum and academic preparationreasonable pricing
Address
217 S Church Street, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 636-3121
Cornerstone Child Development Center-City
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1325 Faith Road, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 633-0016
Livingstone Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
414 Partee Street, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 637-3278
Price Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
1300 W Bank Street, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 636-1360
Noah'S Ark Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Noah's Ark Daycare receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, child development, and welcoming environment. However, one parent reported concerns about unprofessional communication, excessive screen time, frequent closures, and restrictive potty training practices.

Caring and nurturing staffchild development and learningchildren enjoy attending
Address
125 Dappler Land, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 320-0718
Partners In Learning Child Dev. & Family Resource
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Partners In Learning as an exceptional daycare with highly qualified, caring teachers and a nurturing learning environment. They highlight the facility's cleanliness, educational focus, NAEYC accreditation, and excellent communication through the Brightwheel app with daily photos and updates. Multiple reviewers note significant developmental progress in their children across various classroom levels.

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Address
2386 Robin Road, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 638-9020
St. John'S Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

St. John's Child Development Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from some parents but serious safety concerns from others. Positive reviewers highlight friendly, caring staff and happy children, while negative reviewers report inadequate supervision, staff inattention, and alleged physical mistreatment of children.

Friendly and hardworking staffcaring teacherschildren enjoy attending
Address
300 West Innes St, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 636-6756
Haley'S Future Leaders
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
727 East Liberty Street, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 637-3000
A Mother'S Choice Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1319 Standish Street, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(980) 330-3011
Cornerstone Child Development Center East
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Cornerstone Child Development Center East receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, individual attention to children, and reasonable pricing. Most reviewers report their children have thrived and feel welcomed by teachers and leadership. One parent expressed frustration with communication responsiveness.

Caring and loving teacherschild development and growthhands-on director
Address
125 Eastville Drive, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 279-1255
Noah'S Playloft Preschool I
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Noah's Playloft Preschool receives highly polarized reviews. Three parents praise the facility as clean, well-organized, and staffed with caring teachers who resolve issues quickly. However, two parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, unexplained child injuries, unprofessional staff conduct, and dismissive handling of behavioral issues.

Clean and well-organized facilitycaring and wonderful teachers (especially in infant room)happy children
Address
305 S Link Ave, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 636-8118
Kiddie Land Kindergarten INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Kiddie Land Kindergarten has highly polarized reviews. Seven parents give 5-star ratings praising the caring staff, child happiness, and learning environment. However, three 1-star reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate special needs training, missing belongings, unsanitary conditions, and insensitive teacher interactions with children on the autism spectrum.

Caring and loving staffchild happiness and engagementgood early learning instruction
Address
1000 S Long Street E S, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 633-9589
Learning 2 Achieve Success Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
433 Willow Road, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 431-7998
Wiley Lash Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
632 Martin Luther King Avenue S, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 637-7853
Partners In Learning Child Dev. & Frc At Novant
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents are overwhelmingly positive about this daycare center, praising the staff's care, patience, and developmental support for children. However, two recent reviews raise serious concerns about staff unprofessionalism, alleged racist comments, rough handling of infants, and lack of transparency in addressing complaints.

Loving and attentive staffstrong developmental progresspatient with children and families
Address
519 Best Street, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 216-1502
Yadkin Path Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2135 Bringle Ferry Road, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 642-2211
Cornerstone Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Cornerstone Child Development Center in Salisbury, NC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, clean facility, effective communication, and developmental focus. However, one parent reported serious concerns about the director's handling of their son's behavioral challenges and claimed the facility terminated their child without adequately implementing suggested interventions.

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Address
315 Webb Rd, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 855-1218
Granite Quarry Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
118 South Walnut Gq Street, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 279-2154
North Hills Christian School
Church Daycare
Address
2970 W Innes Street, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 636-3005
Wot Fleming Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
412 W 15th Street, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 637-8662

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Frequently asked questions

There are 21 all daycares in Salisbury, North Carolina. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Salisbury, 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
Salisbury offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Salisbury for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Salisbury 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.