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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Central Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 9742 Nc Highway 305, Jackson, NC
- Phone
- (252) 534-3381
Gaston Elementary Pre-Kindergarten Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4671 Nc 46 Highway West, Gaston, NC
- Phone
- (252) 537-2877
Tina'S University For Tots Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 112 Walnut Street, Rich Square, NC
- Phone
- (252) 539-4000
Scroggs School Age Care Program
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 501 Kildaire Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 967-8211
Central Elementary Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 154 Hayes Street, Hillsborough, NC
- Phone
- (919) 732-3622
Frank Porter Graham School-Age Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 101 Smith Level Road, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 967-8211
Blossoms Home Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 402 Pritchard Ave, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 933-1014
Ephesus School-Age Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1495 Ephesus Church Road, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 929-8715
Central Elementary School Afterschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 154 Hayes Street, Hillsborough, NC
- Phone
- (919) 732-3622
Rashkis School Age Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 601 Meadowmont Lane, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 918-7165
Estes Hills Prek
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 500 N Estes Dr, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 918-2153
Grady Brown Elementary School Age Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1100 New Grady Brown Road, Hillsborough, NC
- Phone
- (919) 732-4166
Northside School-Age Care Program
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 350 Caldwell Ext, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 918-2220
Mcdougle Elementary Prek/Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 800 Old Fayetteville Road, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 918-2153
Pathways Elementary School Age Program
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 431 Strouds Creek Road, Hillsborough, NC
- Phone
- (919) 732-9136
Erwin Road Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 735 Erwin Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 490-5437
Efland Cheeks Elementary School Afterschool Progra
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 4401 Fuller Road, Efland, NC
- Phone
- (919) 563-5112
Mcdougle School Age Care Program
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 890 Old Fayetteville Road, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 969-2435
Small People Child Care Center
Church Daycare
- Address
- 922 White Rock Church Road, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 260-7443
New Hope Elementary School Age Care Program
Church Daycare
- Address
- 1900 New Hope Church Road, Hillsborough, NC
- Phone
- (919) 942-9696
Seawell School-Age Care Program
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 9115 Seawell School Road, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 967-4343
Weaver Dairy Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 124 Weaver Dairy Road, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 932-1300
Morris Grove School-Age Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 215 Eubank Road, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 918-4800
Frank Porter Graham Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 101 Smith Level Road, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 918-2153
Carrboro School Age Care Program
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 400 Shelton St, Carrboro, NC
- Phone
- (919) 968-3652
Efland Cheeks Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 4401 Fuller Road, Efland, NC
- Phone
- (919) 563-5112
Chapel Hill Kindercare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Chapel Hill KinderCare receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and warm environment. Parents highlight the teachers' responsiveness, developmental support, and attentive care across all age groups from infants through preschool. The facility is noted for cleanliness, in-house meals, and strong communication with parents through daily photo updates.
Caring and experienced staffresponsive teachersdevelopmental and educational programming
- Address
- 210 South Elliott Road, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 942-7223
Ephesus Elementary Pre-K/Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 1495 Ephesus Church Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 918-2153
Glenwood El School-Age Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 2 Prestwick Road, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 967-8211
Seawell Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 9115 Seawell School Road, Chapel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (919) 918-2153
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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.