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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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West Yadkin Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4432 Old Us Hwy 421, Hamptonville, NC
Phone
(336) 468-9724
Fall Creek Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2720 Smithtown Road, East Bend, NC
Phone
(336) 699-8257
Jonesville Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
101 Cedarbrook Road, Jonesville, NC
Phone
(336) 835-3201
Boonville Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
533 North Carolina Avenue, Boonville, NC
Phone
(336) 367-4993
Jonesville Out-Of-School-Time Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
101 Cedarbrook Road, Jonesville, NC
Phone
(336) 835-5072
Yadkinville Out-Of-School-Time Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
305 N State St, Yadkinville, NC
Phone
(336) 679-7106
Mariam Boyd Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
203 Cousin Lucy'S Lane, Warrenton, NC
Phone
(252) 257-3695
Haliwa-Saponi Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
130 Sapon Trail, Warrenton, NC
Phone
(252) 257-4246
Millbrook Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1520 E Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 850-8700
The Learning Experience @ Cary
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Learning Experience @ Cary receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, patient, and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming environment, cultural inclusivity, and strong teacher-child relationships that help children feel excited and safe at school. The administrative team is noted as organized and communicative.

Dedicated and patient teachers (especially Mrs. TriveniMs. DeepthiMs. Priyanka)
Address
2185 Davis Drive, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 463-1104
Kiddie Academy Of Holly Springs
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Kiddie Academy of Holly Springs for its attentive and skilled staff, quality before/after school and camp programs, and effective learning environment. Multiple families report children advancing academically and being happy to attend, with several parents noting they wish they had enrolled sooner or plan to recommend it to others.

Professional and personal staff attentionacademic advancement and learning outcomesbefore/after school programs
Address
150 Rosewood Centre Drive, Holly Springs, NC
Phone
(919) 367-0088
Kindercare Learning Centers LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise CaryTowne KinderCare for its caring, knowledgeable staff and structured curriculum that promotes child development. Director Danielle and her team are highlighted for excellent communication, going above and beyond for families, and creating a safe, loving environment. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high parent satisfaction.

Knowledgeable and caring staffstructured curriculumstrong child development outcomes
Address
1118 E Maynard Road, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 469-0866
Dillard Drive Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5018 Dillard Drive, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 233-4200
Baileywick Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
9425 Baileywick Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 518-0090
The Goddard School Of Apex
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Goddard School of Apex for its nurturing environment, caring staff, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent communication, low staff turnover, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Families report significant child development in academic, social, and emotional areas.

Caring and experienced teachersstrong communication with parentslow staff turnover
Address
903 Olive Chapel Road, Apex, NC
Phone
(919) 362-3999
Hodge Road Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2128 Mingo Bluff Blvd, Knightdale, NC
Phone
(919) 266-8599
Aycock Elementary Pre K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
305 Carey Chapel Raod, Henderson, NC
Phone
(252) 492-1516
Clarke Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
309 Mt Carmel Church Road, Henderson, NC
Phone
(252) 438-8415
Northside Elementary Prek
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
350 Caldwell St, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 918-2153
The Goddard School Of Chapel Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Chapel Hill receives consistently positive feedback from parents. They praise the caring and dedicated staff, strong communication through daily updates and photos, engaging curriculum including art, music, Spanish, and ASL, and extended hours (7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) that accommodate working parents. Children show significant developmental progress and excitement about attending.

Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-parent communication with app updatesclean and safe facilities
Address
1162 Mlk Jr Blvd, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 933-9022
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience in Chapel Hill for its warm, caring staff and loving environment where children thrive. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and long-term clients report children are excited to attend daily. The center is noted for professional handling of special needs, individualized attention, and effective communication with parents.

Warm and welcoming staffprofessional and patient teachersindividualized care
Address
501 E Barbee Chapel Road, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 442-0515
Mary Scroggs Elementary Pre-K/Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
501 Kildaire Drive, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 918-2153
Gap Civil Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
145 Cranford Street, Sparta, NC
Phone
(336) 372-8918
Stony Point Elementary Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
311 Stony Point School Road, Stony Point, NC
Phone
(828) 244-5615
Alexander County Head Start - Stony Point
Headstart Programs
Address
311 Stony Point School Road, Stony Point, NC
Phone
(828) 585-6981
Wittenburg Elementary Before / After School Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7300 Church Road, Taylorsville, NC
Phone
(828) 635-1098
Ellendale Elementary Before/After School Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
175 Ellendale Park Lane, Taylorsville, NC
Phone
(828) 622-0042
Alexander Central High School Child Development Ce
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
223 School Street, Taylorsville, NC
Phone
(828) 632-7063
Alexander County Head Start - Wittenburg Elem. Sch
Headstart Programs
Address
7300 Church Road, Taylorsville, NC
Phone
(828) 632-2395
Grove Park Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
141 Trail One, Burlington, NC
Phone
(336) 570-6115

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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.