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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Black Mountain, NC

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Black Mountain. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Black Mountain, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Black Mountain has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.8/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 28711 zip code, averaging 4.8 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Black Mountain

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.

  1. 1
    Ymca Black Mountain Afterschool
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    301 East State Street, Black Mountain, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for the YMCA fitness facility, not the afterschool program. Reviews praise the cleanliness, modern equipment, friendly staff, and pleasant atmosphere. The facility offers diverse amenities including outdoor spaces, pool, tennis, and fitness classes.

    Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffmodern and abundant equipmentoutdoor spaces

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Black Mountain

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Black Mountain, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Black Mountain zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
287115
4.8
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Black Mountain (– 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 Black Mountain based on parent reviews

Ymca Black Mountain Afterschool

4.6(20)

301 East State Street, Black Mountain, NC

Note: The reviews provided are for the YMCA fitness facility, not the afterschool program. Reviews praise the cleanliness, modern equipment, friendly staff, and pleasant atmosphere. The facility offers diverse amenities including outdoor spaces, pool, tennis, and fitness classes.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffmodern and abundant equipment

Kathy'S Kiddieland

5

410 East State Street, Black Mountain, NC

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Daycare types in Black Mountain

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Black Mountain, North Carolina

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Black Mountain, North Carolina, making up 80% 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 Black Mountain have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Black Mountain, 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 Black Mountain

Showing 4 results

Kathy'S Kiddieland
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
410 East State Street, Black Mountain, NC
Phone
(828) 357-5674
Ymca Black Mountain Afterschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Note: The reviews provided are for the YMCA fitness facility, not the afterschool program. Reviews praise the cleanliness, modern equipment, friendly staff, and pleasant atmosphere. The facility offers diverse amenities including outdoor spaces, pool, tennis, and fitness classes.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffmodern and abundant equipment
Address
301 East State Street, Black Mountain, NC
Phone
(828) 210-2273
Swannanoa Valley Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
101 Carver Avenue, Black Mountain, NC
Phone
(828) 669-8571
Children And Friends Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3126 Us Hwy 70, Black Mountain, NC
Phone
(828) 669-6617

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Black Mountain, 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 Black Mountain have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Black Mountain, 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
Black Mountain offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 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 Black Mountain for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Black Mountain 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.