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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.

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Kids R Kids Of Morrisville
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Kids R Kids of Morrisville for exceptional quality care, dedicated and long-tenured staff, and strong communication. Children show advanced development and enthusiasm for attending, with parents reporting high levels of trust and peace of mind. The facility is noted for engaging activities, field trips, and a nurturing, academically stimulating environment.

caring and dedicated staffexcellent communicationsafe environment
Address
6010 Mccrimmon Parkway, Morrisville, NC
Phone
(919) 460-1500
Kids Educational Center IV
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KIDS EDUCATIONAL CENTER IV for its caring, knowledgeable staff and strong management team. Children show academic progress and emotional development across all age groups, from infants through pre-K. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and high satisfaction with both educational activities and customer service.

Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipseffective communication from management
Address
7106 Forestville Road, Knightdale, NC
Phone
(919) 217-2323
Kiddie Academy Of Cary
Child Daycare & Preschools

Kiddie Academy of Cary receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and quality educational environment. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' dedication, kindness, and ability to support child development from infancy through pre-K, as well as responsive management. Multiple families report the center helped their children thrive and prepared them well for kindergarten.

Caring and professional staffsupportive teachers who go above and beyondstrong educational curriculum
Address
1450 Tryon Manor Drive, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 803-5000
Beth Meyer Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
504 Newton Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 870-6477
Vance Elementary Before School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8808 Old Stage Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 662-2472
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Learning Experience in Holly Springs receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff who quickly build relationships with children, strong communication through daily updates, age-appropriate learning programs, and clean facilities that make children excited to attend. Multiple families report significant developmental progress and describe the center as feeling like 'family.'

Warm
Address
801 Holly Springs Rd, Holly Springs, NC
Phone
(919) 557-3085
Olds Elementary Before And After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
204 Dixie Trail, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 856-7699
Childcare Network # 59
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #59 for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Multiple long-term families report their children thrive developmentally and emotionally, with strong teacher-child relationships. Management is described as responsive, flexible, and supportive of parental concerns.

Attentive and caring staffstrong teacher-child relationshipschildren excited to attend
Address
221 East Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 277-2017
Garner Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
901 Aversboro Road, Garner, NC
Phone
(919) 772-4072
Chesterbrook Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Chesterbrook Academy for its exceptional teachers, strong curriculum, and caring environment. Multiple reviewers highlight specific staff members who facilitate significant academic and social-emotional growth in their children. The facility is described as feeling like a second home where children thrive and genuinely enjoy attending.

Highly qualified and experienced teachersstrong academic curriculumexcellent teacher retention and consistency
Address
2215 West Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 787-7568
Sterling Montessori Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
202 Treybrooke Dr, Morrisville, NC
Phone
(919) 462-8889
The New School #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5617 Sunset Lake Rd, Holly Springs, NC
Phone
(919) 303-3636
Lynn Road Elementary Pre-K Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1601 Lynn Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 870-4074
Spanish For Fun! Infant And Toddler Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Spanish for Fun Duraleigh receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, Spanish immersion program, and attentive care. Parents report their children are happy, developing well, and receiving individualized attention from teachers who genuinely care. The facility is noted for strong communication, engaging activities, and a warm, family-like environment.

Caring and dedicated staffSpanish immersion program with native speakersdaily photo/activity updates via app
Address
5600 Duraleigh Rd, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 881-1695
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise La Petite Academy on Baines Court in Cary for its dedicated, warm teachers and engaging curriculum. Children reportedly enjoy going daily, develop strong academic skills and social confidence, and benefit from a nurturing community environment. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and remained enrolled for several years.

Caring and patient teachersstrong academic curriculumengaging daily activities
Address
104 Baines Court, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 469-5735
Vital Link Is Cross Link
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
608 Royal Street, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 834-1025
Chesterbrook Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
130 Towne Village Dr, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 319-9622
All Starz Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

All Starz Children's Academy in Morrisville, NC receives universally positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents praising the caring, professional staff, clean and well-organized classrooms, comprehensive curriculum, and strong child development outcomes. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in the facility's care.

Loving and attentive teachersclean and bright classroomswell-organized facility
Address
6410 Mccrimmon Parkway, Morrisville, NC
Phone
(919) 467-3339
Iq Kids Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2204 North Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC
Phone
(919) 586-7155
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise La Petite Academy for its warm, caring environment and highly attentive staff. Children show developmental progress and strong emotional connections with teachers, with parents appreciating daily photo/video updates and the facility's cleanliness and organization.

Caring and loving teachersstrong staff-child relationshipsdaily photo and video updates
Address
7601 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 846-7602
Kids R Kids Quality Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Cranfield Academy Cary for its caring, welcoming staff and strong leadership. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show developmental progress. The facility is described as clean, safe, and offering enriching programs including specialized instruction and field trips.

Friendly and supportive staffwelcoming environmentstrong leadership (director and assistant director)
Address
150 Towne Village Drive, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 467-1112
The Goddard School - Wake Forest INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School in Wake Forest receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers, who praise the professional, caring staff, strong curriculum, and secure facility. Parents consistently report their children are happy, making developmental progress, and looking forward to attending each day. The owner is actively present and involved in daily operations.

Professional and caring staffstrong structured curriculumclean and safe facility
Address
1308 Heritage Links Drive, Wake Forest, NC
Phone
(919) 570-1005
Appletree Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Appletree Child Development Center in Raleigh receives consistently excellent feedback from parents with all 5-star reviews. Parents praise the warm, professional staff, clean and safe environment, well-rounded curriculum, and strong communication. Children show measurable academic and social-emotional growth, with many families staying enrolled for multiple years.

Caring and qualified staffclean and safe facilityage-appropriate activities and curriculum
Address
4604 Poole Rd, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 255-3434
The Children'S Place
Before or After School Daycare

The Children's Place in Raleigh receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, family-like environment and quality of staff. Parents consistently highlight significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas, with many families enrolling multiple children over several years.

Amazing teachers and stafffamily-like atmospheredevelopmental progress (academic/social/emotional)
Address
7100 Holly Springs Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 851-3553
Judy Shuman'S Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1323 Claymore Street, Garner, NC
Phone
(919) 779-1218
Buttons And Bows #1
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3801 Mitchell Mill Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 266-5717
The Goddard School In Holly Springs
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Holly Springs receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong developmental outcomes for their children. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, a clean and well-organized facility, and a supportive school community that makes children happy and eager to attend.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong curriculumexcellent communication with parents
Address
801 Earp Street, Holly Springs, NC
Phone
(919) 552-3196
The Children'S Courtyard
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Children's Courtyard in Kernersville receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, family-oriented environment with caring and professional staff. Children show strong developmental progress and enjoy attending, with parents noting excellent communication, engaging activities, and special events. Multiple families have attended for years and recommend the facility highly.

Caring and professional staffclean facilitystrong child development and learning outcomes
Address
1009 Masten Drive, Kernersville, NC
Phone
(336) 992-0797
A Childs World Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

A CHILD'S WORLD LEARNING CENTER has mixed reviews ranging from 5 stars to 1 star. Positive reviews praise the friendly staff and clean facility, while negative reviews cite concerning incidents involving staff conduct, inadequate supervision, poor communication with parents, and management issues.

friendly and loving staffclean facilitygood communication about child development
Address
702 N Cherry Street, Winston-Salem, NC
Phone
(336) 721-0105
Walkertown Elementary School Pre-Kindergarten
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2971 Main Street, Walkertown, NC
Phone
(336) 595-2311

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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.