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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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Russell Memorial Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.6

Russell Memorial Child Development Center is a religious facility in Durham, North Carolina with very positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming staff, caring teachers, and the center's community involvement. One reviewer notes the facility is currently closed but expresses hope for it to reopen.

Warm and welcoming pastor and staffloving and caring teacherscommunity-focused
Address
703 South Alston Ave, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 682-1305
Main Street Baptist Day Care
Church Daycare
4.6

Main Street Baptist Day Care receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the clean facility, dedicated staff, enrichment activities, and responsive communication. One parent reported a negative experience with a missed tour appointment and lack of staff availability.

clean facilitydedicated and caring staffenrichment activities for all ages
Address
126 N Main Street, Kernersville, NC
Phone
(336) 992-0220
Pee Wee'S Little People
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Pee Wee's Little People receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, and loving environment. However, one parent reported a negative experience involving a missing coat and unprofessional handling of the complaint by the director.

caring and nurturing teachersclean facilityfriendly and inviting staff
Address
5747 Joyce Drive, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 566-0440
Gateway Academy - Raintree
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Gateway Academy Raintree (also referred to as Cadence Academy in reviews) for its caring staff, strong leadership, and nurturing environment. Reviewers highlight excellent communication with families, engaging activities, and reliable operations. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings expressing high satisfaction with their children's care and development.

Caring and passionate teachersstrong leadership and director communicationphotos and daily updates provided to parents
Address
8010 Strawberry Lane, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 543-0118
Dixon Academy Of Charlotte INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Dixon Academy of Charlotte for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing family-like environment. Children show strong developmental growth across social, emotional, and academic areas. The center is noted for cleanliness, quality educational programs, and excellent parent-teacher communication.

Caring and patient staffstrong child development and learning outcomesclean facilities
Address
2608 West Blvd, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 391-9875
Gordon Center For Children INC.
Church Daycare
4.6

Reviews praise Gordon Center for Children as a welcoming religious facility with uplifting services and community support. Parents appreciate the friendly staff, clean environment, and sense of church family. One reviewer noted tight parking as a minor concern.

Welcoming atmospherehelpful staffuplifting services and sermons
Address
315 Main Street, Highlands, NC
Phone
(828) 526-5084
Mars Hill United Methodist Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6
Address
201 South Main St, Mars Hill, NC
Phone
(828) 380-1454
Memorial Baptist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Memorial Baptist Preschool is a church-based center in Williamston, NC with a 4.6/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the facility, worship services, and comprehensive programs including preschool, summer camp, and youth activities. One reviewer expressed concern about feeling overlooked when seeking assistance.

Full-time preschool programsummer programvacation bible school
Address
109 W Church Street, Williamston, NC
Phone
(252) 792-6079
Carl Chavis Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
2763 Granville Street, High Point, NC
Phone
(336) 434-5440
Dianna'S Child Care II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
405 Long Street, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 617-0239
Bethlehem United Methodist Church Dc Ctr.
Church Daycare
4.6

Parents praise Bethlehem United Methodist Church Daycare Center as a great childcare facility with a welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews highlight the church's community events and friendly environment.

Great childcare facilityfriendly staff and communitycommunity events (trunk or treat)
Address
6103 Appomattox Road, Climax, NC
Phone
(336) 674-9879
Dianna'S Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
2319 Kersey Street, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 763-0918
Bedford School Of Discovery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Bedford School of Discovery receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight the clean facilities, engaging activities, outdoor spaces, and the director Ms. Liz as standout features. The live camera access, regular photo/video updates, and strong communication with parents are consistently appreciated.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming environmentclean facilities
Address
2601 St Pauls Square, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 803-1338
Holly Springs Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Holly Springs Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, attentive staff and strong leadership. Parents report seamless transitions, excellent communication, and a warm, family-like environment that supports children's academic and social development. Children are described as happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten.

Caring and loving teachersstrong leadership and communicationsmooth transitions for new students
Address
116 Quantum Street, Holly Springs, NC
Phone
(919) 552-8331
Primrose School At The Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Primrose School at the Park for its clean, secure facility, experienced and caring staff, and strong curriculum that supports child development. The daycare is highlighted for staff longevity, excellent communication, personalized attention to each child's needs, and creating a family-like atmosphere where children feel safe and happy.

Clean and well-maintained facilitysecure groundsage-appropriate classrooms
Address
131 Lattner Court, Morrisville, NC
Phone
(919) 468-8880
Ready Or Not Here I Grow Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Ready or Not Here I Grow Day School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across multiple years. Parents praise the caring, family-like atmosphere created by staff and director Mrs. Stephanie, as well as the educational development and accommodations provided to all children including those with special needs.

Attentive and caring stafffamily-oriented environmentdirector is kind and accommodating
Address
201 Powhatan Drive, Fuquay-Varina, NC
Phone
(919) 552-3332
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.6

This facility appears to be primarily a church rather than an active daycare center, as reviews focus on church services and worship experiences rather than childcare services. The few mentions of children's programming are positive, with visitors praising the overall church community and spiritual environment.

Welcoming and friendly congregationquality sermons and biblical teachinguplifting worship and music
Address
350 Sunset Drive, Blowing Rock, NC
Phone
(828) 295-7716
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Rainbow Child Care Center (KinderCare Matthews location) receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, strong educational outcomes including early potty training success, and a clean, safe environment. The center is particularly noted for responsiveness, supporting children with special needs, and maintaining high standards even during COVID.

Responsive stafffriendly and pleasant teachersclean facility
Address
15000 Lawyers Road, Matthews, NC
Phone
(704) 882-4161
Mt Bethel Umc Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise MT BETHEL UMC Child Development Center for providing a safe, family-oriented environment where children are happy and well-cared for. The facility is part of a welcoming church community with warm, caring staff. All reviews are positive with no significant concerns raised.

Safe environmentfamily-orientedchildren happy and smiling
Address
9042 Nc Hwy 127 North, Hickory, NC
Phone
(828) 598-0121
Creative Child Care 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
2257 Nc 87s, Graham, NC
Phone
(336) 226-6209
Angel'S Above Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Angel's Above Childcare Center for its family-like atmosphere, dedicated staff, and strong focus on child development and education. The center is commended for professional communication with parents, home-cooked nutritious meals, flexible scheduling, and reasonable pricing. Multiple long-term families report high satisfaction and would recommend the facility.

Caring and professional stafffamily atmospheredirector involvement
Address
4932 Eastern Pines Road, Greenville, NC
Phone
(252) 689-6097
Knightdale Station Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Knightdale Station Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most reporting excellent staff, welcoming environment, and smooth transitions from other daycares. Parents consistently praise the new facility, communication through daily app updates, and their children's happiness and development. One parent left a negative review without details.

Friendly and welcoming staffwelcoming director (Amanda)smooth transitions for children
Address
710 Lightrail Drive, Knightdale, NC
Phone
(919) 752-6883
Smart Kids Child Development Center #4
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Smart Kids Child Development Center #4 in Mooresville receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 five-star reviews praising the nurturing teachers, clean facility, Reggio-inspired curriculum, and child development. One parent expressed strong dissatisfaction with the recent switch from the HiMama app to the iBLum app, citing poor functionality and a concurrent tuition increase.

Nurturing and caring teachersclean facilitywelcoming environment
Address
203 Singleton Road, Mooresville, NC
Phone
(704) 799-1500
Small World Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Small World Child Care Center in Goldsboro receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the friendly, professional staff who are caring, polite, and genuinely engaged with the children. Parents report that their children are happy and well-cared for at the facility.

Friendly and polite staffprofessional carestaff takes time to know families
Address
2708 East Ash Street, Goldsboro, NC
Phone
(919) 778-0648
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents overwhelmingly praise Rainbow Child Care Center for its caring, patient staff who foster nurturing learning environments. Children show strong developmental progress and parents feel confident in the facility's care. One parent expressed concern about pricing focus.

Dedicated and loving staffpatient with children's individual needsstrong developmental outcomes
Address
1604 Medical Park Drive, Wilson, NC
Phone
(252) 243-7529
Preston Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Preston Children's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who value the caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight strong teacher retention, effective kindergarten preparation, and excellent communication. Families report feeling welcomed and at home, with many enrolling multiple children and staying for years.

Caring and dedicated staffhigh teacher retentionclean and organized facility
Address
551 James Jackson Ave, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 297-0007
Rainbow Child Care Center-Wake Med
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center for its warm, nurturing environment and caring staff who treat children with patience and kindness. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning activities, and developing confidence and skills. The center is well-run with responsive administration and helpful communication with parents.

Caring and patient staffwarm and welcoming environmentchildren happy and learning
Address
3103 Kelley Austin Dr, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 231-1936
The Growing Years Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Growing Years Learning Center in Cary receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, warm environment, strong child development outcomes, and director Jessica's leadership and personal involvement in children's care and family support.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and engaging environmentstrong child development and learning outcomes
Address
102 Davis Grove Circle, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 589-0400
Holly Springs School For Early Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Holly Springs School for Early Education as a family-oriented daycare with caring, attentive staff and strong educational programs. Multiple families report their children were well-prepared for kindergarten and thrived both socially and academically. The director and teachers are noted for knowing children personally and providing a warm, welcoming environment.

Caring and loving staffstrong academics and kindergarten preparationfamily atmosphere
Address
101 Arbor Creek Dr, Holly Springs, NC
Phone
(919) 303-9009
Upper Room Christian Academy
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Note: The reviews provided are for Upper Room Church of God in Christ, a religious organization, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's worship experience, leadership under Bishop Wooden, welcoming atmosphere, and biblical teachings. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings.

Warm and welcoming congregationpowerful preaching and teachinganointed music ministry
Address
3330 Idlewood Village Dr, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 829-6250

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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.