4,419 Daycare Centers in North Carolina
Browse 4,419 daycare centers across North Carolina. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.
Choosing Daycare Centers in North Carolina
Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in North Carolina can make the decision-making process smoother.
North Carolina has about 4,419 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.
Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in North Carolina. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.
Daycare Breakdown in North Carolina
There are 4,419 daycares in North Carolina: 273 headstart facilities, 883 before/after school centers, 310 religious facility daycares, and 2,953 childcare and preschool centers.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 2,953 |
| Headstart Programs | 273 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 310 |
| Before or After School | 883 |
Religious / Church Based Daycare
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Tabernacle Christian Childcare & Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2900 Walkup Avenue, Monroe, NC
- Phone
- (704) 283-4395
Waxhaw Elementary After School Care Program
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1101 Old Providence Road, Waxhaw, NC
- Phone
- (704) 290-1592
Poplin Elementary After School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 5627 Poplin Road, Indian Trail, NC
- Phone
- (704) 296-0320
Metrolina Christian Academy Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 732 Indian Trail Fairview Road, Indian Trail, NC
- Phone
- (704) 882-2668
Prospect Elementary After School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3005 Ruben Road, Monroe, NC
- Phone
- (704) 764-2925
Antioch Elementary After School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3101 Antioch Church Road, Matthews, NC
- Phone
- (704) 296-0578
Wingate Elementary After School Care Program
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 301 Bivens St, Wingate, NC
- Phone
- (704) 233-9414
Benton Heights After School Care
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1200 Concord Avenue, Monroe, NC
- Phone
- (704) 296-3103
Childcare Network #121
Child Daycare & Preschools
Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #121 in Monroe for its nurturing, family-like environment and strong leadership. Children show excitement about attending daily and develop academically, socially, and emotionally. The center is noted for cleanliness, safety, and genuine care from staff members.
Caring and loving staffDirector Ms. Carrie's leadership and accessibilitySafe and clean facility
- Address
- 780 Sutton Place, Monroe, NC
- Phone
- (704) 296-0784
New Salem Elementary School After School Prog.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 6106 Hwy 205, Marshville, NC
- Phone
- (704) 385-9850
Tyrrell Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 486 Elementary School Road, Columbia, NC
- Phone
- (252) 796-3881
Where Children Shine
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 504 Knob Road, Pisgah Forest, NC
- Phone
- (828) 779-3358
Kaleidoscope Dreams
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 10 Adams Creek Rd, Cherokee, NC
- Phone
- (828) 497-4946
Rockford Elementary School Pre-K School Ready
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 719 Rockford Road, Dobson, NC
- Phone
- (336) 374-6300
Grace Christian Academy
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 498 Arlington Ave, Bryson City, NC
- Phone
- (828) 488-1042
Agelink Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 61 Children'S Home Loop Road, Cherokee, NC
- Phone
- (828) 497-6726
Jones Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 215 Jones School Rd, Mount Airy, NC
- Phone
- (336) 786-6155
Elkin Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 135 Old Virginia Road, Elkin, NC
- Phone
- (336) 835-2756
Oak Grove Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 453 Oak Grove Road, Elkin, NC
- Phone
- (336) 835-4248
Westfield Pre-K School Ready
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 273 Jessup Grove Church Road, Pilot Mountain, NC
- Phone
- (336) 386-8211
White Plains Pre-K School Ready
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 710 Cadle Ford Road, Mount Airy, NC
- Phone
- (336) 320-3434
Mt. Park Pre-K School Ready
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 505 Mountain Park Road, State Road, NC
- Phone
- (336) 874-3933
White Plains Baptist Child Care
Church Daycare
- Address
- 631 Old Highway 601, Mount Airy, NC
- Phone
- (336) 786-9066
Cherokee Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1582 Big Cove Rd, Cherokee, NC
- Phone
- (828) 554-5102
Paynetown Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 205 Marshall Farm Road, Mount Airy, NC
- Phone
- (336) 786-7628
Cedar Ridge Elementary Pre-K School Ready
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 734 Flippin Road, Lowgap, NC
- Phone
- (336) 352-4320
Bh Tharrington Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 315 Culbert Street, Mount Airy, NC
- Phone
- (336) 789-9046
Morven Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 6715 Us Highway 52 South, Morven, NC
- Phone
- (704) 851-9306
Flat Rock Elementary Pre-K School Ready
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1539 E Pine Street, Mount Airy, NC
- Phone
- (336) 786-2910
Copeland Elementary Pre-K School Ready
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 948 Copeland School Road, Dobson, NC
- Phone
- (336) 374-2572
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Frequently asked questions
There are 4,419 all daycares across North Carolina. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in North Carolina are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through North Carolina's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in North Carolina, consider:
- Licensing status and inspection history
- Staff-to-child ratios (North Carolina sets minimum requirements by age group)
- Staff qualifications and training
- Safety measures and facility cleanliness
- Parent reviews and Google ratings
- Curriculum and daily schedule
- Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in North Carolina vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.