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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Alexander County Head Start-Bethlehem Elementary
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 7900 Nc Hwy 127, Taylorsville, NC
- Phone
- (828) 495-8198
Back 2 Basics Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 283 Rorie Mccoy Road, Morven, NC
- Phone
- (704) 695-4451
C'S & T'S Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 414 Marshall St, Wadesboro, NC
- Phone
- (704) 694-3180
Taylorsville Elementary Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 100 7th Street Sw, Taylorsville, NC
- Phone
- (828) 632-1564
Hiddenite Elementary Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 374 Sulfur Springs Road, Hiddenite, NC
- Phone
- (828) 228-0409
Lulu'S Child Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 135 One Comfortable Place, Taylorsville, NC
- Phone
- (828) 632-9200
Bethlehem Elementary Child Care
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 7900 Nc Highway 127, Taylorsville, NC
- Phone
- (828) 632-3809
Patty Cakes Home Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2443 Michelle Dr, Burlington, NC
- Phone
- (336) 578-2906
The Tot Spot Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1591 Hwy 90 W, Taylorsville, NC
- Phone
- (828) 381-8791
Small Hands Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 531 Stony Point School Road, Stony Point, NC
- Phone
- (704) 585-6787
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
Church Daycare
- Address
- 321 W Main St, Taylorsville, NC
- Phone
- (828) 632-7859
Childcare Network #297
Child Daycare & Preschools
Childcare Network #297 in Elon receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and educational curriculum. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving developmentally. The facility is noted for strong leadership, effective communication, and adherence to safety standards.
Caring and patient teachersclean and safe facilitieseducational curriculum balanced with free play
- Address
- 1010 Williamson Ave, Elon, NC
- Phone
- (336) 584-5678
South Graham Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 320 Ivey Road, Graham, NC
- Phone
- (336) 570-6520
Haw River Elementary Prek
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 701 E Main St, Haw River, NC
- Phone
- (336) 518-0177
Andrews Elementary Prek
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2630 Buckingham Rd, Burlington, NC
- Phone
- (336) 570-6170
The Learning Tree Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 772 Buck Mountain Circle, West Jefferson, NC
- Phone
- (336) 846-3455
Exploration Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 827 S Graham-Hopedale Rd, Burlington, NC
- Phone
- (336) 261-8020
Alamance Christian School Day Care
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1336 Townbranch Road, Graham, NC
- Phone
- (336) 578-0318
Generations Developmental Day Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 180 Chattyrob Lane, West Jefferson, NC
- Phone
- (336) 246-2655
4-H Westwood Afterschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4803 Us Hwy 221 South, West Jefferson, NC
- Phone
- (336) 977-5379
Tryon Elementary/Forbes Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 100 School Place, Tryon, NC
- Phone
- (828) 859-6584
Polk Central School Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2141 S Hwy 9, Mill Spring, NC
- Phone
- (828) 894-8233
Tots & Toddlers Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 283 Capps Road, Lynn, NC
- Phone
- (828) 859-9967
Saluda School Pre K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 214 E Main Street, Saluda, NC
- Phone
- (828) 749-5571
Joyce G. Felton Perquimans Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 296 Winfall Boulevard, Winfall, NC
- Phone
- (252) 426-5949
4-H Mountain View Afterschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2789 Hwy 221/16, Jefferson, NC
- Phone
- (336) 977-5378
Columbus Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2060 Lynn Road, Columbus, NC
- Phone
- (828) 693-1711
North Topsail Elementary School Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1310 Sloop Point Loop Road, Hampstead, NC
- Phone
- (910) 270-0694
Kid And Play Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11291 Us Hwy 117, Rocky Point, NC
- Phone
- (910) 675-1247
Kid'S Paradise Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 8527 West Marlboro Road, Farmville, NC
- Phone
- (252) 753-7100
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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.