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.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 2,953 |
| Headstart Programs | 273 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 310 |
| Before or After School | 883 |
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Franklinton Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 431 South Hillsborough Street, Franklinton, NC
- Phone
- (919) 494-2479
Long Mill Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 1753 Long Mill Road, Youngsville, NC
- Phone
- (919) 554-0667
Edward Best Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 4011 Hwy 56 East, Louisburg, NC
- Phone
- (919) 853-2347
Louisburg Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 50 Stone-Southerland Road, Louisburg, NC
- Phone
- (919) 496-3676
Deaton Ave Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 101 Deaton Avenue, Lincolnton, NC
- Phone
- (704) 866-8721
S Ray Lowder Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 350 Kennedy Drive, Lincolnton, NC
- Phone
- (704) 735-2741
Chesterbrook Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Chesterbrook Academy in Denver receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the exceptional care, educational curriculum, and warm family-like environment. Parents consistently highlight the quality and longevity of staff, strong communication, and their children's academic and social development across all age groups from infants through school-age programs.
Caring and experienced staff with high longevitywarm and safe environmentplay-based and structured curriculum
- Address
- 7274 Highway 73, Denver, NC
- Phone
- (704) 827-1091
Bunn Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 750 Bunn Elementary School Rd, Zebulon, NC
- Phone
- (919) 496-0175
North Brook Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 642 Highway 274, Vale, NC
- Phone
- (704) 276-2479
Contentnea-Savannah School Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3400 Ferrell Road, Kinston, NC
- Phone
- (252) 527-8591
Banks Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2148 Falling Creek Road, Kinston, NC
- Phone
- (252) 527-8099
Amazing Giants
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 302 Frances Place, Kinston, NC
- Phone
- (252) 526-0449
Norris S. Childers Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 2595 Rock Dam Road, Lincolnton, NC
- Phone
- (704) 736-9610
Love Memorial Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1463 Love Memorial School Road, Lincolnton, NC
- Phone
- (704) 735-5649
G E Massey Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 130 Newbold Street, Lincolnton, NC
- Phone
- (704) 735-2322
Miss Charlie'S Child Development Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 700 North East Street, Kinston, NC
- Phone
- (252) 939-5711
Lagrange Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 402 West Railroad Street, La Grange, NC
- Phone
- (252) 566-4036
Jacobs Little Giants
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 302 Frances Pl, Kinston, NC
- Phone
- (252) 526-0449
Northeast Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1002 East Highland Avenue, Kinston, NC
- Phone
- (252) 527-4166
Lagrange Head Start
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 402 West Railroad Street, La Grange, NC
- Phone
- (252) 566-2382
Lee County Head Start Learning Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 209 Mccormick Road, Lemon Springs, NC
- Phone
- (919) 777-9073
New Season Community Development Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 401 East Highland Avenue, Kinston, NC
- Phone
- (252) 527-5110
Marvin B. Spence Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
- Address
- 305 Simon Bright Court, Kinston, NC
- Phone
- (252) 522-0322
Grainger-Hill Head Start
Headstart Programs
Grainger-Hill Head Start in Kinston receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviews highlight the organization's quality care, supportive staff, and positive impact on children's development and families' needs.
Caring and respectful staffchildren enjoy attendinghelpful non-profit mission
- Address
- 309 Summit Ave, Kinston, NC
- Phone
- (252) 523-7770
Warren Williams Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 901 Lawrence Street, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-3529
Church Of God Of Prophecy Childcare
Church Daycare
- Address
- 628 Scott Avenue, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 774-3417
Comfort Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 4384 Highway 41 West, Trenton, NC
- Phone
- (910) 324-4249
Pollocksville Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
- Address
- 300 Trent Street, Pollocksville, NC
- Phone
- (252) 224-8071
Lee Christian School K-4 Program
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 3220 Keller Andrews Rd, Sanford, NC
- Phone
- (919) 708-5115
West Clayton Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
- Address
- 1012 S Lombard St, Clayton, NC
- Phone
- (919) 553-7113
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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.