How do I choose the right daycare in Arden?

When choosing a daycare in Arden, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with North Carolina's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Carolina) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

Child Daycare & Preschools in Arden, North Carolina (9 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Arden?

Arden offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in North Carolina?

Daycare costs in North Carolina typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Arden for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Arden

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

Ymca Avery'S Creek Afterschool

4.45 score

4.6(15)

15 Park South Boulevard, Arden, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Reviews praise the facility for its cleanliness, spacious indoor and outdoor areas, and welcoming staff. The center is noted as an excellent venue for events and activities. Parents appreciate the playground and amenities available for children.

Clean facilitylarge indoor and outdoor spaceswell-maintained restroomsnice playground

Kids Kountry Klub House

4.16 score

4.3(6)

2251 Hendersonville Rd, Arden, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Kids Kountry Klub House receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, low employee turnover, and warm environment. However, one parent reported a significant issue with a reserved spot being cancelled shortly before the child's start date.

Low staff turnovercaring and attentive teachersowner is personable and pleasantchildren are happy and engaged

Carolina Academy

3.88 score

3.8(7)

15 Brian Blvd, Arden, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Carolina Academy receives mixed reviews with five 5-star ratings praising the facility's cleanliness, caring staff, healthy meals, and child development, but two 1-star reviews citing serious concerns about owner conduct, inconsistent policies, communication issues, and inadequate incident reporting.

Clean facilityfriendly staffflexible schedulinghealthy meals

His Watchmen Childcare INC.

3.61 score

3.4(9)

140 Heywood Road, Arden, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

His Watchmen Childcare Inc. receives highly polarized reviews with no middle ground. Positive reviews praise caring staff, cleanliness, and child development, while negative reviews cite management issues, inadequate supervision, poor communication, staff using phones instead of engaging with children, and billing disputes.

caring and skilled teachersclean facilitychild progress and developmentresponsive communication via app

Child Daycare & Preschools in Arden, North Carolina

There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Arden, North Carolina, making up 90% of the 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Arden, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 9 child daycare & preschools daycares in Arden, North Carolina, out of 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Arden, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with North Carolina's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Carolina)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Arden offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities

Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare costs in North Carolina typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Arden for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Arden must be licensed by North Carolina's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

9 Child Daycare & Preschools in Arden, North Carolina

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Arden

Top Rated

Ymca Avery'S Creek Afterschool

Montessori Footprints Learning Center

Steps To Hope Youth Center LLC

Kids Kountry Klub House

Carolina Academy

His Watchmen Childcare INC.

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Daycare types in Arden