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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 TypeTotal
Childcare & Pre-school2,953
Headstart Programs273
Religious / Church Based Daycare310
Before or After School883

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🎨 Preschools 369✝️ Christian Daycare 152🎒 After School Programs 143🕊️ Baptist Daycare 111🌱 Montessori 56📚 Kindergarten 52👶 Infant & Toddler 17🌍 Bilingual Daycare 14🏠 In-Home Daycare 8

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Alamance Elementary Aces Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3600 Williams Dairy Road, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 697-3177
Falkener Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3931 Naco Road, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 370-8150
Pleasant Garden Elementary Aces Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4833 Pleasant Garden Road, Pleasant Garden, NC
Phone
(336) 674-4321
Webster Early Education And Preschool - Fairview A
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
332 Big Orange Way, Sylva, NC
Phone
(828) 586-0591
Scotts Creek School Afterschool Program
Church Daycare
Address
516 Parris Branch Road, Sylva, NC
Phone
(828) 631-2740
Webster Enterprises Early Education And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2489 Webster Rd, Sylva, NC
Phone
(828) 586-6949
The Fairview Kids' Place
Before or After School Daycare
Address
251 Big Orange Way, Sylva, NC
Phone
(828) 586-2819
Fairview Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
453 Fairview Road, Sylva, NC
Phone
(828) 586-4245
Ethel F. Whitaker Hyde Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
33480 Us Highway 264, Engelhard, NC
Phone
(252) 925-1902
Cashiers Valley Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
180 Cashiers School Road, Cashiers, NC
Phone
(828) 743-4320
Cullowhee Valley Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
240 Wisdom Dr, Cullowhee, NC
Phone
(828) 293-5667
Ocracoke Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
120 School House Road, Ocracoke, NC
Phone
(252) 928-3251
Webster Early Education And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1528 Webster Road, Webster, NC
Phone
(828) 586-6514
Celeste Henkel Prime Time For Kids
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1503 Old Mountain Road, Statesville, NC
Phone
(704) 978-1100
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Goddard School in Mooresville for exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and strong teacher-child relationships. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and parents feel secure and well-informed about their child's activities. The facility is described as spacious and well-maintained with a solid academic curriculum.

Caring and attentive staffresponsive communication with parentsdaily photos and updates
Address
179 Town Square Circle, Mooresville, NC
Phone
(704) 663-5006
Parkview Elementary Basp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
217 West Mcneely Ave, Mooresville, NC
Phone
(704) 658-2691
Cloverleaf Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
300 James Farm Road, Statesville, NC
Phone
(704) 978-2110
Lakeshore Prime Time For Kids
Before or After School Daycare
Address
252 Lakeshore School Road, Mooresville, NC
Phone
(704) 978-2113
Third Creek Prime Time For Kids
Before or After School Daycare
Address
361 East Barkley Road, Statesville, NC
Phone
(704) 978-2113
Woodland Heights Prime Time For Kids
Before or After School Daycare
Address
288 Forest Lake Boulevard, Mooresville, NC
Phone
(704) 978-2113
Third Creek Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
316 East Barkley Road, Statesville, NC
Phone
(704) 873-3002
East Mooresville Intermediate Basp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1711 Landis Hwy, Mooresville, NC
Phone
(704) 658-2691
Harmony Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
139 Harmony School Road, Harmony, NC
Phone
(704) 546-2644
Coddle Creek Prime Time For Kids
Before or After School Daycare
Address
484 Presbyterian Road, Mooresville, NC
Phone
(704) 439-1553
N B Mills Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1410 Pearl Street, Statesville, NC
Phone
(704) 873-3498
Central Prime Time For Kids
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4083 Wilkesboro Highway, Statesville, NC
Phone
(704) 876-4060
Rocky River Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
483 Rocky River Road, Mooresville, NC
Phone
(704) 658-2740
Chesterbrook Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Chesterbrook Academy Mooresville receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, strong academic curriculum, and excellent parent communication through daily updates and photos. Parents report smooth transitions for their children, nutritious meals, and a welcoming family-like environment where children thrive developmentally and socially.

Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsexcellent par
Address
143 Professional Park Drive, Mooresville, NC
Phone
(704) 658-1344
N.B. Mills Prime Time For Kids
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1410 Pearl Street, Statesville, NC
Phone
(704) 978-2113
Cloverleaf Prime Time For Kids
Before or After School Daycare
Address
300 James Farm Road, Statesville, NC
Phone
(704) 832-2528

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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.