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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Boone, NC

Compare 12 child daycare & preschools in Boone. Average rating: 4.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Boone, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
12
Avg rating
4.4/5
Parent reviews
12
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Boone offers 12 licensed child daycare & preschools, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 4.4/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 28607 zip code, averaging 4.4 stars across 12 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Boone

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.

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    Merry-Land Academy And Child Care
    3.59 score
    3.3(7)

    2663 Hwy 105 South, Boone, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Merry-Land Academy receives mixed reviews with strong polarization between parents. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, good communication, and long-term relationships with the owner Mary. Negative reviews cite poor feeding schedule adherence, state regulation non-compliance, inconsistent illness policies, and difficult communication with the owner.

    caring and sweet caregiversfrequent communication with parentschildren enjoy attendinglong-term reliability

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Boone

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4avg rating
12 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Boone zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2860712
4.4
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Boone (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Boone based on parent reviews

Greenway Baptist Child Development Center

5(2)

858 Greenway Road, Boone, NC

One parent highlights the staff's excellent communication and the care they provide, expressing confidence in the center while working. Another reviewer shares a positive long-term educational experience, though this comment appears to reference a different institution rather than the daycare itself.

Supportive staffclear daily communicationtrusted care

Learning And Fun Preschool. INC

5(1)

107 Hunters Point, Boone, NC

Lynhill Child Development Center

4.3(2)

565 George Wilson Road, Boone, NC

One parent highlights the center's experienced leadership, staff continuity, and flexible payment options, while another criticizes the facility for rude administration, poor communication, and neglectful care practices. Conflicting accounts exist regarding staff demeanor, communication quality, and the handling of payment disputes, with one parent alleging behavioral issues and uncleanliness at the location.

experienced director and stafflong tenure of employeesflexible payment schedules (weekly/bi-weekly)

Merry-Land Academy And Child Care

3.3(7)

2663 Hwy 105 South, Boone, NC

Merry-Land Academy receives mixed reviews with strong polarization between parents. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, good communication, and long-term relationships with the owner Mary. Negative reviews cite poor feeding schedule adherence, state regulation non-compliance, inconsistent illness policies, and difficult communication with the owner.

caring and sweet caregiversfrequent communication with parentschildren enjoy attending

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Daycare types in Boone

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Before or After School Daycare 1

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Boone, North Carolina

There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Boone, North Carolina, making up 92% of the 13 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 Boone have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 12 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Boone, 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 Boone

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Greenway Baptist Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the staff's excellent communication and the care they provide, expressing confidence in the center while working. Another reviewer shares a positive long-term educational experience, though this comment appears to reference a different institution rather than the daycare itself.

Supportive staffclear daily communicationtrusted care
Address
858 Greenway Road, Boone, NC
Phone
(828) 264-3877
Learning And Fun Preschool. INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
107 Hunters Point, Boone, NC
Phone
(828) 773-0753
Lynhill Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One parent highlights the center's experienced leadership, staff continuity, and flexible payment options, while another criticizes the facility for rude administration, poor communication, and neglectful care practices. Conflicting accounts exist regarding staff demeanor, communication quality, and the handling of payment disputes, with one parent alleging behavioral issues and uncleanliness at the location.

experienced director and stafflong tenure of employeesflexible payment schedules (weekly/bi-weekly)
Address
565 George Wilson Road, Boone, NC
Phone
(828) 264-5437
Merry-Land Academy And Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Merry-Land Academy receives mixed reviews with strong polarization between parents. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, good communication, and long-term relationships with the owner Mary. Negative reviews cite poor feeding schedule adherence, state regulation non-compliance, inconsistent illness policies, and difficult communication with the owner.

caring and sweet caregiversfrequent communication with parentschildren enjoy attending
Address
2663 Hwy 105 South, Boone, NC
Phone
(828) 265-2333
Green Valley Elementary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
189 Big Hill, Boone, NC
Phone
(828) 264-3606
Hardin Park Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
361 Jefferson Road, Boone, NC
Phone
(828) 264-8481
Green Valley Extended Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
189 Big Hill Road, Boone, NC
Phone
(828) 264-3606
Hardin Park Extended Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
361 Jefferson Highway, Boone, NC
Phone
(828) 264-8481
Mountain Pathways School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
453 Howards Creek Rd, Boone, NC
Phone
(828) 262-5787
Parkway Extended Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
160 Parkway School Drive, Boone, NC
Phone
(828) 264-7190
Asu Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
538 Poplar Grove, Boone, NC
Phone
(828) 262-2116
Lucy Brock Child Development Lab School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
663 Howard Street, Boone, NC
Phone
(828) 262-3006

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Frequently asked questions

There are 12 child daycare & preschools daycares in Boone, North Carolina, out of 13 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 Boone have an average Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Boone, 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
Boone offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 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 Boone for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Boone 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.