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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Children In Motion
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 530 Arbor Hill Road, Kernersville, NC
- Phone
- (336) 497-4912
Little Footprints Christian Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- Highway 11 - 55, Kinston, NC
- Phone
- (252) 208-7711
Fran'S Day Care INC. #1
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 906 S 3rd Street, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-8052
Fair'S Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 54 Lindsey Court, Morven, NC
- Phone
- (704) 851-3211
Kids At Play Childcare Center LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 126 Piney Mountain Road, Ellenboro, NC
- Phone
- (828) 453-0809
Crescent Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 145 Crescent Drive, Oxford, NC
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
Cabarrus Bilingual Preschool At St. James Lutheran
Church Daycare
- Address
- 104 Union Street S, Concord, NC
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
Collettsville Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4690 Collettsville School Drive, Collettsville, NC
- Phone
- (828) 754-6913
Forest City-Dunbar Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 286 Learning Parkway, Forest City, NC
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
East Arcadia Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 21451 Hwy 87 E, Riegelwood, NC
- Phone
- (910) 669-2934
Friendship Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1490 Friendship -Ledford Road, Winston-Salem, NC
- Phone
- (336) 231-8744
Greater Enrichment Ashley Park After School Progra
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2401belfast Drive, Charlotte, NC
- Phone
- (980) 343-6018
North Cove Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 401 American Thread Road, Marion, NC
- Phone
- (828) 756-4342
Oak Hill Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4603 Oak Hill School Road, Lenoir, NC
- Phone
- (828) 754-6128
Pumpkin Center Primary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3970 King Wilkinson Road, Lincolnton, NC
- Phone
- (704) 736-1394
Rise And Shine Child Enrichment Group
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4920 East Wt Harris, Charlotte, NC
- Phone
- (704) 535-3383
Salemburg Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 404 E College St, Salemburg, NC
- Phone
- (910) 525-5547
Midway Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1428 Midway Elementary School Rd, Dunn, NC
- Phone
- (910) 354-2874
Harris Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 3330 Us Highway 221 South, Forest City, NC
- Phone
- (828) 248-2354
Hobbton Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 12361 Hobbton Hwy, Newton Grove, NC
- Phone
- (910) 594-0590
West Bertie Elementary School Pre K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3734 Governors Road, Kelford, NC
- Phone
- (252) 344-7621
Pitter Patter Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 118 Jefferson St, Clinton, NC
- Phone
- (910) 592-8557
College Street Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 606 College Street, Clinton, NC
- Phone
- (910) 592-3132
Charity'S Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1834 Nc Hwy 305, Aulander, NC
- Phone
- (252) 345-1004
Afterschool B.E.L.L.S.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 106 North Queen Street, Windsor, NC
- Phone
- (252) 794-9709
Hargrove Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 7725 Faison Hwy, Faison, NC
- Phone
- (910) 533-2071
Hargrove Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 7725 Faison Hwy, Faison, NC
- Phone
- (910) 533-3444
Colerain Elementary School Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 202 North Academy Street, Colerain, NC
- Phone
- (252) 356-4714
West Bertie Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 3734 B Governors Rd, Kelford, NC
- Phone
- (252) 344-2433
Askewville Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 121 E Askewville Street, Windsor, NC
- Phone
- (252) 794-2260
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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.