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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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Cline Learning Center Of Dallas
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4334 Dallas Cherryville Hwy, Bessemer City, NC
Phone
(704) 922-9799
National Child Care Institute
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise NCCI for exceptional professionalism, individualized care, and a curriculum-based approach that goes beyond typical daycare. Staff are described as caring and communicative, with a focus on early academic advancement and child development. Parents report their children show significant learning gains and increased confidence.

Strong academic curriculumsmall class sizesknowledgeable and caring staff
Address
9908 Monroe Road, Matthews, NC
Phone
(704) 553-7272
Charlotte Montessori School Kingston
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
220 East Kingston Avenue, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 332-7733
St. John'S Baptist Church Weekday School
Church Daycare
5
Address
300 Hawthorne Lane, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 333-5428
Nehemiah'S Builders
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
811 Eastway Drive, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(980) 237-6933
A Mother'S Dream Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2125 Norwich Place, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 449-1858
Providence Preparatory School- Westbury Building
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Providence Preparatory School receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the facility's cleanliness, staff quality, and educational outcomes. Parents highlight excellent communication, caring teachers, and a family-like atmosphere, with one parent comparing it favorably to seven other pre-K programs across two states. The school maintains a waitlist due to its reputation.

spotlessly clean facilitystaff caring and friendlyexcellent teacher-parent communication
Address
3051 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 391-9700
Pencils Games And High Fives Child Care Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3118-J Milton Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 441-1621
Bright Path Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Bright Path Child Development Center for its family-oriented atmosphere, caring staff, and clean facilities. The center is noted for its comprehensive curriculum, strong teacher-student relationships, and excellent outdoor play areas. Director Tracy and staff are described as responsive, professional, and welcoming to families of all backgrounds.

Family-style settingextensive outdoor facilities (sandboxswings
Address
4901 Lailwood Circle, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(980) 875-9934
Learning Bear Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3610 Carmel Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 995-2934
Little Tots
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2008 Windlock Drive, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 661-4671
Learning Adventures LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8215 Schooner Lane, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 517-0339
They Are Precious In His Sight
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
15225 Marvin Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 299-5593
Knee-High Children'S Learning Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2010 Russell Avenue, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 900-0888
Providence Preparatory School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Providence Preparatory School receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the quality of care, cleanliness, and staff professionalism. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and highlight strong communication and relationships with teachers and leadership. The facility maintains a waitlist due to its strong reputation.

clean facilitycaring and friendly staffstrong parent communication
Address
3031 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 391-9700
Brighter Minds Academy 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Brighter Minds Academy 2 receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, family-oriented environment and strong staff leadership. Parents report their children are safe, happy, thriving, and well-prepared academically. Multiple reviewers describe the center as a supportive village that extends care beyond typical daycare.

caring and loving staffstrong communication with parentssafe environment
Address
407 Norris Avenue, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(980) 201-9701
Chiffon'S Tender Loving Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3100 Swanquarter Drive, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 503-5222
Kid'S Palace
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Kid's Palace receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's exceptional care, nurturing approach, and commitment to child development. Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's speech, confidence, learning abilities, and social skills. The facility is described as a safe, loving, and stimulating environment where children are treated like family.

Warm and dedicated staffsafe and loving environmentchild development and learning outcomes
Address
232 Sylvania Ave, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 342-9683
Charlotte Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
219 East Blvd, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 332-7733
Ee Waddell Language Academy Asep
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7030 Nations Ford Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(980) 343-6769
Victory Christian Center Preschool Bldg. #1
Church Daycare
5
Address
7000 Old Pineville Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 527-6843
God'S Creation Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3656 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 394-4223
Kids R Us Daycare II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Kids R Us Daycare II as a caring, professional facility where children thrive and feel welcome. Staff treat children like family members, maintain a clean and organized environment, and provide engaging educational activities. Multiple parents highlight their children's enthusiasm for attending and strong development in social skills and learning.

Caring and nurturing staffclean and well-organized facilitystrong safety and sanitation practices
Address
2208 Lasalle Street, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 374-5437
Ms Suzy'S Day Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Ms. Suzy's Day Care is highly regarded by parents for its safe, nurturing environment and developmental support. Parents report their children show significant growth, improved social skills, and developmental progress. The owner is praised for going above and beyond, building strong relationships with families, and maintaining long-term trust across multiple generations.

Safe environmentchild developmental growthmilestone achievement
Address
4939 Hamilton Circle, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(980) 522-8099
Open Arms Child Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
205 Eighth Street, Creswell, NC
Phone
(252) 797-3892
Mustard Seed Christian Academy
Church Daycare
5
Address
404 Sw Center St, Faison, NC
Phone
(910) 727-8020
Foundation Builders Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Foundation Builders Academy receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers who praise the professional and friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, and strong child care. Parents consistently highlight the in-classroom camera system with app access as a key feature that provides peace of mind, along with daily activity updates and photos. The center is noted for educational activities, cleanliness, and staff who show genuine care and love for the children.

Professional and friendly staffin-classroom cameras with app accessdaily activity updates and photos
Address
54 Therapy Lane, Rocky Mount, NC
Phone
(252) 442-1377
His Majesty'S Children #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
201 Centre Street, Tarboro, NC
Phone
(252) 823-5437
Children Of Tomorrow
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
419 Midland Avenue, Sanford, NC
Phone
(919) 774-6488
Ken-Le Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3009 Cameron Drive, Sanford, NC
Phone
(919) 292-2400

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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.