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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Ayden, NC

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Ayden. Average rating: 4.1/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Ayden, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.1/5
Parent reviews
3
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Ayden offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.1/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Ayden

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Ayden, based on parent reviews

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

2.3avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Ayden zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
285135
4.1
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ayden (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Ayden based on parent reviews

Kids & Company Childcare Center Of Lee Street INC

2.3(3)

3873 Lee Street, Ayden, NC

Parents report a wide range of experiences, with one family praising the current staff and director after a transition, while others describe severe behavioral issues and physical mistreatment by teachers at other locations. One parent alleges that staff members grabbed children by their limbs and ignored conflicts, leading to the child developing aggressive behaviors and speech regressions.

friendly and helpful director and assistant directorgenuine care from teacherspositive transition support

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Daycare types in Ayden

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Ayden, North Carolina

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Ayden, North Carolina, making up 40% of the 5 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Ayden have an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 3 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Ayden

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Kids & Company Childcare Center Of Lee Street INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

Parents report a wide range of experiences, with one family praising the current staff and director after a transition, while others describe severe behavioral issues and physical mistreatment by teachers at other locations. One parent alleges that staff members grabbed children by their limbs and ignored conflicts, leading to the child developing aggressive behaviors and speech regressions.

friendly and helpful director and assistant directorgenuine care from teacherspositive transition support
Address
3873 Lee Street, Ayden, NC
Phone
(252) 746-5260
Kids & Company Childcare Center Of Juanita Ave INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4273 Juanita Avenue, Ayden, NC
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Ayden, North Carolina, out of 5 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Ayden have an average Google rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Ayden, 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
Ayden offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 Ayden for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ayden 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.