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2 Child Daycare & Preschools in Locust, North Carolina

Browse all 2 child daycare & preschools in Locust, North Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Locust

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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    West Stanly Child Development Center
    4 score
    4(15)

    534 A Browns Hill Road, Locust, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    West Stanly Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who report that staff treat children with genuine love and care, often comparing the experience to leaving their children with family. Parents highlight the center's ability to help children adjust to new environments, support developmental milestones like potty training, and create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Multiple reviewers emphasize that teachers are professional, enthusiastic, and go above and beyond in caring for each child.

    Loving and caring stafffamily-like environmentchildren feel safe and comfortableprofessional and enthusiastic teachers

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Highest rated daycares in Locust based on parent reviews

West Stanly Child Development Center

4(15)

534 A Browns Hill Road, Locust, NC

West Stanly Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who report that staff treat children with genuine love and care, often comparing the experience to leaving their children with family. Parents highlight the center's ability to help children adjust to new environments, support developmental milestones like potty training, and create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Multiple reviewers emphasize that teachers are professional, enthusiastic, and go above and beyond in caring for each child.

Loving and caring stafffamily-like environmentchildren feel safe and comfortable

Fun-N-Learning

5

811 W Main Street, Locust, NC

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Locust, North Carolina

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Locust, North Carolina. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Locust, 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 Locust

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Fun-N-Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
811 W Main Street, Locust, NC
Phone
(704) 888-5683
West Stanly Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

West Stanly Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who report that staff treat children with genuine love and care, often comparing the experience to leaving their children with family. Parents highlight the center's ability to help children adjust to new environments, support developmental milestones like potty training, and create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Multiple reviewers emphasize that teachers are professional, enthusiastic, and go above and beyond in caring for each child.

Loving and caring stafffamily-like environmentchildren feel safe and comfortable
Address
534 A Browns Hill Road, Locust, NC
Phone
(704) 619-3314

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Locust, North Carolina. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Locust, 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
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 Locust for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Locust 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.