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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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Chatham County Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.8

Chatham County Head Start in Siler City receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring staff, welcoming atmosphere, quality education, and family-like environment.

caring and friendly staffwelcoming administrationquality educational activities
Address
505 Martin Luther King Blvd, Siler City, NC
Phone
(919) 742-5316
Community Ridge Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
243 7th Avenue S W, Hickory, NC
Phone
(828) 322-1632
Christ Church Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.8

These reviews are for Christ Church, a religious facility, not a daycare center. All 10 reviews praise the church's welcoming congregation, Pastor Charles's sermons, worship quality, and community atmosphere. No reviews specifically address childcare services or the child development center.

welcoming and friendly congregationquality sermons and worshipactive children's ministry
Address
2416 Zion Church Road, Hickory, NC
Phone
(828) 294-6858
Heavenly Host Christian Daycare Center LLC
Before or After School Daycare
4.8
Address
840 Piney Grove Road, Lumberton, NC
Phone
(910) 536-8538
Agape Child Development Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
211 Prevatte Street, Lumberton, NC
Phone
(910) 608-3133
Lee'S Little Explorers Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1217 Lewis Street, Eden, NC
Phone
(336) 623-0629
Precious Care Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
16960 Wagram Road, Laurinburg, NC
Phone
(910) 277-8450
Ransom Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.8

Parents consistently praise Ransom Head Start Center for its caring, loving staff and welcoming atmosphere focused on community support. The facility is described as spacious with clean bathrooms and amenities. One reviewer noted the carpet needs cleaning and suggested adding a parking lot.

caring and loving staffgreat learning environmentspacious facility
Address
2694 General Howe Highway, Riegelwood, NC
Phone
(910) 655-4025
Boiling Springs Baptist Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
307 South Main Street, Boiling Springs, NC
Phone
(704) 434-9273
Oak Village Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Oak Village Academy receives universal praise from parents for its exceptional staff, beautiful multi-building campus with abundant outdoor learning spaces, and play-based curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' caring nature, smooth communication, and overall quality of care. The facility is frequently compared favorably to other local daycares visited by families.

Dedicatedcaringand engaging teachers
Address
110 Tals Rock Way, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 377-1802
Harvest Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Harvest Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, family-like environment where children feel loved, safe, and supported in their learning. Parents highlight the knowledgeable and caring staff, strong communication, and individualized attention each child receives. The center's home-like atmosphere, outdoor space with garden, and community feel are frequently mentioned as key strengths.

caring and nurturing staffstrong parent-teacher communicationfamily-like community atmosphere
Address
2400 Nelson Highway Nc 54, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 402-1900
Pinedale Christian Day Care
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Parents praise Pinedale Christian Day Care's Bible-based Christian education and strong teaching staff. The facility is noted for excellent children's programs, welcoming community, and involvement in both local and missionary work. Families consistently report positive experiences with the church family atmosphere and professional quality programming.

Bible-based curriculumexcellent teaching staffstrong children's ministry programs
Address
3395 Peters Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC
Phone
(336) 788-7339
Lincoln Park Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.7
Address
140 Industrial Park Road, Lincolnton, NC
Phone
(704) 732-1216
Kinston Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
710 Roseanne Drive, Kinston, NC
Phone
(252) 523-2664
Primrose School Of New Irving Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of New Irving Park for its caring, warm staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Multiple families report significant developmental progress, strong communication from leadership, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Several parents express such satisfaction they would enroll additional children or have enrolled siblings at the facility.

Caring and loving staffpersona
Address
4 North Pointe Court, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 286-8889
Primrose School At Holly Grove
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

Parents consistently praise Primrose School at Holly Grove for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting strong teacher-child relationships, welcoming atmosphere, and quality curriculum. Parents express high confidence in their children's safety, development, and readiness for kindergarten.

Warm and dedicated teacherscaring and attentive staffstrong academics and social development
Address
1530 Avent Ferry Road, Holly Springs, NC
Phone
(919) 567-1114
Chapel Hill Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Chapel Hill Day Care Center for its caring, experienced staff, play-based curriculum, and strong focus on children's social, academic, and developmental growth. Multiple families report their children are happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten. The center is described as a welcoming, nurturing environment that feels like an extension of the family.

Caring and experienced staff with high teacher retentionplay-based learning curriculumstrong academic and social skill development
Address
401 Kildaire Road, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 929-3585
Earl Bradsher Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
404 S Morgan Street, Roxboro, NC
Phone
(336) 599-7585
Cedar Grove Christian Daycare
Church Daycare
4.7
Address
3373 7th Street Road, Lumberton, NC
Phone
(910) 739-7500
West Asheville Baptist Early Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.7

West Asheville Baptist Early Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents praise the caring and welcoming staff, strong sense of community, and faith-based environment. The facility is noted for quality childcare services and creating a supportive family atmosphere.

caring and loving staffwelcoming environmentquality childcare
Address
926 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC
Phone
(828) 253-3356
Child Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
2178 Hwy 70, Connelly Springs, NC
Phone
(828) 397-2114
Noruch Kiddy College
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
634 Waugh Street, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 907-7111
Hayes-Taylor Ymca Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Hayes-Taylor YMCA Childcare in Greensboro receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents and members praise the welcoming, friendly staff and quality facilities including the pool area. The facility is noted for excellent customer service, cleanliness, and community-focused programming.

Friendly and professional staff (KennyKatrinaDiane highlighted)
Address
2630 East Florida Street, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 272-2131
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Rainbow Child Care Center (KinderCare) in Greensboro receives consistently high praise from parents. Families consistently highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong communication through daily updates and photos via app, clean and safe environment, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents report smooth transitions, quality educational activities, and genuine care from teachers and directors.

Caring and compassionate staffexcellent communication and daily updates via appclean and safe facility
Address
1302 Fleming Road, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 834-9080
First Baptist Welcome Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.7

Parents consistently praise First Baptist Welcome Learning Center for its caring and wonderful staff who provide quality education to prepare children for kindergarten. The facility is noted for its community involvement, friendly atmosphere, and incorporation of unique learning opportunities like sign language instruction. All reviewed parents express high satisfaction with their experiences.

Caring and wonderful teacherskindergarten preparationsign language instruction
Address
404 Welcome Arcadia Road, Welcome, NC
Phone
(336) 731-2265
Apex Peak Schools INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise APEX PEAK SCHOOLS INC. for its safe, loving environment and caring staff led by director Ms. Veronica. Children show strong academic and social growth, with exposure to multiple languages and cultures. Parents report high satisfaction with the Montessori approach and note their children are excited to attend daily.

Safe and welcoming environmentcaring and stable staff with low turnoverstrong academic learning
Address
432 E Williams Street, Apex, NC
Phone
(919) 267-8557
Rainbow Child Care Center-- East Cary
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center (Crème de la Crème) for exceptional staff who are warm, caring, and genuinely invested in children's development. The facility features high-quality amenities including specialized learning spaces, STEM labs, and extensive outdoor areas, with added conveniences like on-site meals and included supplies. Children are reported to be happy, thriving, and well-supported through transitions and challenges.

Warm and caring staffresponsive and accommodating office staffexcellent facilities and learning spaces (art room
Address
6560 Tryon Road, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 854-1515
Primrose School Of West Cary
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of West Cary for its attentive, caring staff who create a warm and nurturing environment. The center receives high marks for strong communication, engaging curriculum, and professional leadership. Children show notable improvements in behavior, social skills, and willingness to try new experiences.

Attentive and caring staffstrong parent communication and daily app updatesengaging and age-appropriate curriculum
Address
2511 Nc Highway 55, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 363-2700
Country Day Montessori School Of Raleigh
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Country Day Montessori School of Raleigh receives consistently high praise from parents, with children enthusiastic about attending daily. Parents highlight the caring, stable staff, Montessori curriculum, and nurturing environment that fosters independence and a love of learning.

Dedicated and caring teacherslow staff turnoverstrong director leadership
Address
1201 Kent Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 851-4054
First Baptist Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.7

Parents praise the daycare's experienced leadership under Donna, who has run the school for over 25 years, and commend the caring, family-like teaching staff. The facility is described as warm, welcoming, and trustworthy. One former attendee raised concerns about racial discrimination.

Experienced leadershipcaring and phenomenal teacherswarm and welcoming atmosphere
Address
119 N Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, NC
Phone
(704) 875-1520

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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.