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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China Grove Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 514 South Franklin Street, China Grove, NC
- Phone
- (704) 857-7708
Wot Fleming Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 412 W 15th Street, Salisbury, NC
- Phone
- (704) 637-8662
Morgan Elementary School Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3860 Liberty Road, Gold Hill, NC
- Phone
- (704) 636-0169
Mudpies - King
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 621 East King Street, King, NC
- Phone
- (336) 983-9698
Pinnacle Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1095 Surry Line Road, Pinnacle, NC
- Phone
- (336) 368-2990
Walnut Cove Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1211 Walnut Cove School Road, Walnut Cove, NC
- Phone
- (336) 591-4408
Laurel Hill Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 11340 Old Wire Road, Laurel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (910) 462-2111
Laurel Hill Head Start #1
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 10541 Ida Chapel Road, Laurel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (910) 462-3488
Pegues Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 11481 Purcell Road, Laurinburg, NC
- Phone
- (910) 277-2805
Laurel Hill Head Start #2
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 10541 Ida Chapel Rd, Laurel Hill, NC
- Phone
- (910) 462-3488
I Ellis Johnson Developmental Day
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 815 Mcgirts Bridge Road, Laurinburg, NC
- Phone
- (910) 276-1138
I Ellis Johnson Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 815 Mcgirt'S Bridge Road, Laurinburg, NC
- Phone
- (910) 277-4409
Mt. Olive Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 2145 Chesnut Grove Road, King, NC
- Phone
- (336) 367-4993
South Scotland Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 17200 Barnes Bridge Road, Laurinburg, NC
- Phone
- (910) 277-4356
Wagram Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 24081 Main Street, Wagram, NC
- Phone
- (910) 369-2252
Norwood Head Start And Child Development Ctr
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 469 B Carver Rd, Norwood, NC
- Phone
- (704) 474-7629
Scotland Christian Academy
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 10300 Mccoll Road, Laurinburg, NC
- Phone
- (910) 277-2777
Pinnacle Elementary More At Four Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1204 Painter Gap Road, Rutherfordton, NC
- Phone
- (828) 287-8037
Spindale Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 161 North Oak Street, Spindale, NC
- Phone
- (828) 286-2861
Carver Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 141 Carver St, Spindale, NC
- Phone
- (828) 286-3901
U And I Enrichment II
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 119 West Main Drive, Forest City, NC
- Phone
- (828) 382-0096
Ellenboro Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 831 Piney Mountain Church Road, Ellenboro, NC
- Phone
- (828) 453-8185
Mary'S Little Lambs Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 302 Shenandoah Drive, Spindale, NC
- Phone
- (828) 286-4246
Little Red Schoolhouse Of Albemarle
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 395 Park Road, Albemarle, NC
- Phone
- (704) 982-6972
Rutherfordton Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 201 Bob Hardin Road, Rutherfordton, NC
- Phone
- (828) 287-3778
Alexander Baptist Day Care Center
Church Daycare
- Address
- 1053 South Broadway, Forest City, NC
- Phone
- (828) 245-1975
Trinity Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 299 Deter St, Rutherfordton, NC
- Phone
- (828) 287-5544
Union Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 10400 Taylors Bridge Hwy, Clinton, NC
- Phone
- (910) 532-2104
Telamon North Carolina Head Start At Union Element
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 104000 Taylors Bridge Hwy, Clinton, NC
- Phone
- (910) 322-4014
Roseboro Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 180 Butler Island Rd, Roseboro, NC
- Phone
- (910) 525-4538
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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.