32 Daycare Centers in Sanford, North Carolina
Browse all 32 daycare centers in Sanford, North Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sanford
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.
- 1Estelle'S Child Care INC. II4.28 score4.4(11)
505 Wall Street, Sanford, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Estelle's Child Care Inc. II in Sanford receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's professionalism, caring approach, and ability to help children develop socially and academically. Most reviewers report their children are happy, feel welcomed, and reach developmental milestones. One parent noted concerns about their shy daughter not being engaged during evening shifts.
Professional and caring staffwelcoming environmentchild development and skill advancementsafe and dependable care - 2Estelle'S Childcare4.28 score4.4(11)
1112 Woodland Avenue, Sanford, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Estelle's Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, welcoming environment, and children's developmental progress. One parent reported concerns about their shy daughter not receiving adequate engagement during evening hours, citing poor interaction with the evening staff.
Professional and caring staffwelcoming family environmentchildren flourish developmentallyskill development (numbers - 3Small Hands - Big Future Child Care4.27 score4.5(6)
1112 Broadway Road, Sanford, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Small Hands - Big Future Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the attentive and loving teachers, owner Cynthia's communication, and quality educational activities. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with one notable exception where a parent reported unprofessional conduct from the director during withdrawal.
Attentive and loving teachersstrong communication from ownerindividualized attentionhands-on learning activities - 4Grace Christian Child Development Center4.24 score4.3(20)
2601 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Sanford, NC · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Grace Christian Child Development Center receives consistent praise from parents for its nurturing, faith-based learning environment and highly attentive staff. Parents consistently report their children are excited to attend, experience significant academic and social growth, and benefit from excellent communication and extended hours. The center is noted for preparing children well for kindergarten and beyond.
Experienced and caring teachersstrong communication with parents (updatesphotostext messages) - 5Little Dreamers Fec INC.4.13 score4.2(9)
1480 Mcneill Road, Sanford, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Little Dreamers FEC Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring staff, academic focus, and effective potty training support, though two negative reviews cite communication issues, injury reporting concerns, and strict policies.
Caring and attentive staffstrong academic instructionhighly effective potty trainingfamily atmosphere - 6Lil' Busy Bodies Child Care Center4 score4(7)
35 Roberts Road, Sanford, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Lil' Busy Bodies receives mostly positive reviews praising cleanliness, staff friendliness, child development, and open observation policies. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about management decisions regarding closure schedules and a significant security issue regarding ID verification at pick-up.
Clean facilityattentive staffspecial parent eventsgood communication - 7Shooting Stars Learning Center3.88 score3.8(8)
152 Charlotte Avenue, Sanford, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Shooting Stars Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational environment, and strong director leadership. Parents consistently report their children thrive socially and developmentally at this facility. One negative review from 2016-2017 cited poor communication and unprofessional handling of a school closure.
Fair pricingmeals providedcaring and educated teachersstrong director (mostly) - 8All About Us-Kids Child Care Center3.53 score3.3(10)
329 Charlotte Ave, Sanford, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
ALL ABOUT US-KIDS CHILD CARE CENTER receives highly polarized reviews, with most parents praising the facility's cleanliness, staff friendliness, and accommodations for special needs children, while a smaller number of parents report serious concerns about owner professionalism, communication, and child supervision practices. The center offers 24-hour care and flexible scheduling, though some question the accuracy of advertised hours.
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Highest rated daycares in Sanford based on parent reviews
First Presbyterian Child Development Center
203 Hawkins Ave, Sanford, NC
Love And Learn
906 Lawrence Street, Sanford, NC
Jireh Child Development Center
1410 Woodland Ave, Sanford, NC
Estelle'S Child Care INC. II
505 Wall Street, Sanford, NC
Estelle's Child Care Inc. II in Sanford receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's professionalism, caring approach, and ability to help children develop socially and academically. Most reviewers report their children are happy, feel welcomed, and reach developmental milestones. One parent noted concerns about their shy daughter not being engaged during evening shifts.
Estelle'S Childcare
1112 Woodland Avenue, Sanford, NC
Estelle's Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, welcoming environment, and children's developmental progress. One parent reported concerns about their shy daughter not receiving adequate engagement during evening hours, citing poor interaction with the evening staff.
Small Hands - Big Future Child Care
1112 Broadway Road, Sanford, NC
Small Hands - Big Future Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the attentive and loving teachers, owner Cynthia's communication, and quality educational activities. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with one notable exception where a parent reported unprofessional conduct from the director during withdrawal.
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Daycare Centers in Sanford, North Carolina
There are 32 daycare centers in Sanford, 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 Sanford, 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 Sanford
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- Address
- 203 Hawkins Ave, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-3500
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- 607 W Mcintosh Street, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-4634
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- 445 Center Church Road, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-8653
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- 904 Bragg Street, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 775-2515
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- 906 Lawrence Street, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-4186
- Address
- 1410 Woodland Ave, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-8141
- Address
- 1715 Spring Lane, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-3347
- Address
- 419 Midland Avenue, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-6488
- Address
- 3009 Cameron Drive, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 292-2400
- Address
- 407 West Main Street, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 776-8231
Small Hands - Big Future Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the attentive and loving teachers, owner Cynthia's communication, and quality educational activities. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with one notable exception where a parent reported unprofessional conduct from the director during withdrawal.
- Address
- 1112 Broadway Road, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 718-9434
Estelle's Child Care Inc. II in Sanford receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's professionalism, caring approach, and ability to help children develop socially and academically. Most reviewers report their children are happy, feel welcomed, and reach developmental milestones. One parent noted concerns about their shy daughter not being engaged during evening shifts.
- Address
- 505 Wall Street, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 776-0020
Estelle's Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, welcoming environment, and children's developmental progress. One parent reported concerns about their shy daughter not receiving adequate engagement during evening hours, citing poor interaction with the evening staff.
- Address
- 1112 Woodland Avenue, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 718-6705
Grace Christian Child Development Center receives consistent praise from parents for its nurturing, faith-based learning environment and highly attentive staff. Parents consistently report their children are excited to attend, experience significant academic and social growth, and benefit from excellent communication and extended hours. The center is noted for preparing children well for kindergarten and beyond.
- Address
- 2601 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 776-2576
Little Dreamers FEC Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring staff, academic focus, and effective potty training support, though two negative reviews cite communication issues, injury reporting concerns, and strict policies.
- Address
- 1480 Mcneill Road, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-1414
- Address
- 119 Log Cabin Lane, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 775-7255
Lil' Busy Bodies receives mostly positive reviews praising cleanliness, staff friendliness, child development, and open observation policies. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about management decisions regarding closure schedules and a significant security issue regarding ID verification at pick-up.
- Address
- 35 Roberts Road, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 498-0044
Shooting Stars Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational environment, and strong director leadership. Parents consistently report their children thrive socially and developmentally at this facility. One negative review from 2016-2017 cited poor communication and unprofessional handling of a school closure.
- Address
- 152 Charlotte Avenue, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 776-0190
ALL ABOUT US-KIDS CHILD CARE CENTER receives highly polarized reviews, with most parents praising the facility's cleanliness, staff friendliness, and accommodations for special needs children, while a smaller number of parents report serious concerns about owner professionalism, communication, and child supervision practices. The center offers 24-hour care and flexible scheduling, though some question the accuracy of advertised hours.
- Address
- 329 Charlotte Ave, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 718-9258
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- 912 Broadway Road, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-1184
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- 1550 Kelly Drive, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 708-7866
- Address
- 810 Tryon Street, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-4843
- Address
- 402 South Horner Blvd, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-4122
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- 1618 Deep River Rd, Sanford, NC
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 520 Olive Farm Drive, Sanford, NC
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 901 Lawrence Street, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-3529
- Address
- 628 Scott Avenue, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-3417
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- 3220 Keller Andrews Rd, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 708-5115
- Address
- 201 North Horner Boulevard, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 777-6908
- Address
- 1101 South Seventh Street, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 718-6621
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with North Carolina's regulatory agency
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- Daily routines and educational curriculum
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