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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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Kids-R-Us
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1205 Wayne Memorial Dr, Goldsboro, NC
Phone
(919) 288-1678
Sounds And Colors At Cary
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
201 High House Road, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 621-0182
Unique Creations Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Unique Creations Child Care Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents, who praise the warm, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are thriving academically, socially, and emotionally, with excellent communication and enriching activities. The center is frequently described as a second home where children feel safe and excited to attend.

Warm and caring stafflow teacher-to-child ratiosclean and cheerful environment
Address
523 N Main Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC
Phone
(919) 557-9900
Hope Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Hope Lutheran Preschool is a highly-regarded faith-based center with experienced staff that parents credit with providing excellent learning environments and strong Christian education. Families report a welcoming, warm atmosphere with robust children's programs and opportunities for community involvement.

Experienced staffstrong Christian foundationwarm and welcoming environment
Address
3525 Rogers Road, Wake Forest, NC
Phone
(919) 453-0388
Steps & Stages Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4690 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, NC
Phone
(919) 365-0028
Touched By An Angel II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3016 Skycrest Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 868-7123
Wesleyan Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
16345 Highway 109, Denton, NC
Phone
(336) 859-3195
Little Hedgepeth Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Hedgepeth Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and family-like atmosphere. Children reportedly transition well, learn new skills, and parents appreciate the cleanliness and organized activities including field trips. Multiple families have enrolled their children for years, indicating strong satisfaction and retention.

caring and attentive stafffamily-like environmentclean facility
Address
3215 Rozzelles Ferry Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 399-3909
Fulfilling Dreams Child Care Home
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3509 Spring Terrace Lane, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 597-9741
Solomon'S World
Church Daycare
5
Address
1301 Alamance Church Road, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 373-4223
Rhymes & Reasons INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4905 Burlington Mills Rd, Rolesville, NC
Phone
(919) 556-5249
Denise'S Learn And Play
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Denise's Learn and Play for its caring, attentive staff led by Ashley, with children showing strong academic and social development. Families appreciate the home-based environment, transparent communication, reasonable rates, and the staff's genuine affection for the children. Many parents have kept their children enrolled for multiple years and recommend the facility highly.

Caring and attentive staffstructured preschool curriculumeducational activities (plants
Address
1020 Penselwood Drive, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 266-2571
Tender Loving Care Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2806 Pine Springs Drive, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 630-1700
Little One'S World Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
711 Greensboro Road, High Point, NC
Phone
(336) 889-9050
Wildflower Cottage For Children
Church Daycare
5

Wildflower Cottage receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its nature-based, play-focused curriculum and strong sense of community. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff with low turnover, thoughtfully designed facilities, and meaningful parent involvement opportunities. Families report noticeable improvements in their children's social-emotional development and independence after attending.

Nature-based learning environmentimaginative play emphasisoutdoor spaces
Address
1200 W Cornwallis Road, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 891-3597
Heartwood Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Heartwood Montessori School for its caring, passionate teachers and individualized approach to education. The school accommodates diverse learning needs, from students requiring special education support to advanced learners, and maintains a strong focus on critical thinking and life skills. Multiple reviews highlight long-term positive impacts on children's academic success and social development.

Experienced and passionate teachersindi
Address
112 Byrum St, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 465-2113
Ephesus Learning Center
Church Daycare
5
Address
1225 North Cleveland Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC
Phone
(336) 724-1997
Shining Time Child Development Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
401 East Main Street, Youngsville, NC
Phone
(919) 556-4989
Nelson Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
102 Leonard Farm Road, Louisburg, NC
Phone
(919) 496-4585
The Kid'S Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
205 Dogwood Rd, Louisburg, NC
Phone
(919) 497-5670
St. Kate'S Korner
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
2482 June Bug Road, Vale, NC
Phone
(704) 276-2660
Giggles Galore Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
583 Mason Street, Lincolnton, NC
Phone
(704) 240-3855
Maryvale Day Care School
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
2482 June Bug Road, Vale, NC
Phone
(704) 276-2660
A Place To Grow
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
410 North Poplar Street, Lincolnton, NC
Phone
(704) 732-1745
New Beginnings Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
217 East Washington Avenue, Kinston, NC
Phone
(252) 686-5113
Miss Lindsey'S Childcare & After School LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3157 Highway 258 N, Kinston, NC
Phone
(252) 686-5004
Kidz R Us Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1800 Old Snow Hill Road, Kinston, NC
Phone
(252) 686-0945
Little People'S Day Care 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
122 Old Second Street, Kinston, NC
Phone
(252) 522-3689
First Presbyterian Child Development Center
Church Daycare
5
Address
203 Hawkins Ave, Sanford, NC
Phone
(919) 774-3500
Greene Lamp Head Start / Contentnea
Headstart Programs
5
Address
2909 Granger Station Road, Kinston, NC
Phone
(252) 208-1651

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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.