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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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Turner Tots Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
808 Park Avenue, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 272-1933
Kids' Country
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
227 Old Mocksville Road, Statesville, NC
Phone
(704) 872-2425
American Child INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

American Child Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, child development, and family-like environment. Multiple long-term families report their children thrive emotionally and academically at this center. Two negative reviews offer no specific details.

Caring and experienced staffchild safety and happinessacademic and social development
Address
115 Cooper Street, Statesville, NC
Phone
(704) 838-1993
Kiddie Kollege Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Kiddie Kollege receives predominantly positive reviews praising staff care, attentiveness, and trustworthiness. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about teacher conduct, including reports of yelling at children and physical marks on a child, with allegations that management dismissed these incidents.

caring and nice staffattentive teacherscommunication with parents
Address
547 North Oakland Avenue, Statesville, NC
Phone
(704) 871-3513
Wards Precious Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1013 Ahoskie Cofield Road, Ahoskie, NC
Phone
(252) 358-1237
Hawkeye Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
5700 Red Springs Road, Red Springs, NC
Phone
(910) 843-1758
Precious Moments Playhouse Cc & Le Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
701 Harris Ave, Raeford, NC
Phone
(910) 848-0016
Trinity Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
111 Lee Drive, Goldsboro, NC
Phone
(919) 735-1265
Kinder Kastle
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
909 North Parker Street, Elm City, NC
Phone
(252) 236-3000
Shaw Univ. Center For Early Childhood Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
317 E Lenoir Street, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 546-8365
Knightdale Head Start
Headstart Programs
4
Address
1020 Todd Road, Knightdale, NC
Phone
(919) 266-1240
Hocutt'S Child Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Hocutt's Child Care receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff. However, two negative reviews cite communication issues regarding availability and concerns about honesty and conflict resolution between staff and families.

Loving and welcoming teachersfamily-oriented atmospherechildren enjoy learning and playing
Address
148 E Vance Street, Zebulon, NC
Phone
(919) 269-5640
Mariah'S Christian Preschool Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Mariah's Christian Preschool Center receives mixed reviews with significant contrasts. Three parents praise the warm staff, Christian values, good communication, and family community atmosphere. Two parents report serious concerns including overcrowding, unprofessional director behavior, staff yelling at children, excessive student-to-teacher ratios, and documented violations with the NC childcare licensing board.

Warm and caring staffChristian-based curriculumda
Address
2721 Renfrow Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 832-9888
Family Services Child Development Center At Wssu
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Family Services Child Development Center at WSSU receives mostly positive feedback for its counseling, therapy, and adoption services, with parents praising staff professionalism and compassionate support. However, some clients report inconsistent service quality, unprofessional behavior from certain staff members, and difficulty accessing services when capacity is limited.

Caring and professional counselors and therapistswell-written adoption homestudy servicesfamily events and community engagement
Address
601 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Winston-Salem, NC
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Mt. Jefferson Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
123 Gentry St, Jefferson, NC
Phone
(336) 846-2208
Little Dolphins Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
921 Mckoy St, Clinton, NC
Phone
(910) 596-0253
Toddlers Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1450 Hobbton Hwy, Clinton, NC
Phone
(910) 592-6798
Rising Stars Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1035 East 6th Street, Washington, NC
Phone
(252) 947-2002
The Kids Connection
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

The Kids Connection receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, cleanliness, safety, and quality meals. However, one parent disputed the facility's decision to permanently terminate their child after an alleged incident on the transport van, citing lack of witnessed evidence and no opportunity for remediation.

Caring and loving staff and ownerssafe environmentclean facility
Address
4929 Old Shallotte Road, Shallotte, NC
Phone
(910) 754-9420
Grogan'S Small World #1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Grogan's Small World receives mostly positive reviews praising staff kindness, patience, and welcoming atmosphere. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about discriminatory treatment and behavioral issues. Parents report their children are happy and well-cared for in a family-like environment.

patient and calm staffwelcoming environmentchildren happy and comfortable
Address
2322 Keith Avenue, Granite Falls, NC
Phone
(828) 396-4717
Humpty Dumpty Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
102 Dryid Hill Road, Swannanoa, NC
Phone
(828) 686-5370
Montessori Learning Community Of Asheville INC.
Church Daycare
4

Montessori Learning Community of Asheville receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the teaching staff, learning environment, and their children's development, but some report significant issues with administrative leadership, communication, and inconsistent policies.

Dedicated and caring teachersstrong academic learning including early readingchildren gain confidence and independence
Address
1 School Road, Asheville, NC
Phone
(828) 259-9880
Lil'S Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
148 Boiling Springs Circle, Southern Pines, NC
Phone
(910) 692-9216
Jessie'S Little Blessings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
645 South Page Street, Southern Pines, NC
Phone
(910) 692-5261
A Place To Grow Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

A PLACE TO GROW LEARNING CENTER receives mixed reviews with most parents praising attentive teachers, strong communication through the Brightwheel app, and children's development progress. However, some parents report inconsistent leadership, unclear policies, strict enforcement rules, and dismissive director interactions.

Caring and attentive teachersexcellent communication via app with frequent photos and videossmooth transition for young children
Address
227 West Church Street, Nashville, NC
Phone
(252) 459-4800
Fayetteville Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Fayetteville Child Care Center for its caring, professional staff and clean, well-organized facilities. Director Ms. Julie is frequently highlighted for her exceptional leadership, warmth, and support. Children show happiness and developmental progress, with parents reporting confidence and peace of mind in their care.

Caring and attentive staffProfessional teachers with experienceClean facilities
Address
5800 Lakewood Drive, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 425-3369
Salem United Methodist Preschool & Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
2165 Middle Road, Eastover, NC
Phone
(910) 484-9860
Lil Sprouts Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
31 Cedar Lodge Rd, Thomasville, NC
Phone
(336) 689-6503
Faith Day Care Center
Church Daycare
4
Address
1077 Gumtree Road, Winston-Salem, NC
Phone
(336) 764-2336
Fleshman Pratt Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
10 Farmview Road, Thomasville, NC
Phone
(336) 474-1201

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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.