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8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Washington, North Carolina

Browse all 8 child daycare & preschools in Washington, North Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Washington

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
    A New Adventure
    4.23 score
    4.4(7)

    148 Avon Avenue, Washington, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    A New Adventure receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, warm environment, and educational activities. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns about allergy management, communication, and lack of responsiveness to inquiries.

    Caring and knowledgeable ownerwarm staff greetings and affectioneducational activities and learning outcomesschool pickup service
  2. 2
    Start Right Learning Center INC.
    4.16 score
    4.3(6)

    940 Hudnell Street, Washington, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    START RIGHT LEARNING CENTER INC. receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is recognized for caring, dedicated staff who treat children with genuine affection and attention to their well-being. Parents report that their children are excited to attend and benefit from the center's emphasis on education and best practices.

    Caring and kind staffchildren enjoy attendingemphasis on education and teachingbest practices in childcare program

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Washington based on parent reviews

A New Adventure

4.4(7)

148 Avon Avenue, Washington, NC

A New Adventure receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, warm environment, and educational activities. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns about allergy management, communication, and lack of responsiveness to inquiries.

Caring and knowledgeable ownerwarm staff greetings and affectioneducational activities and learning outcomes

Start Right Learning Center INC.

4.3(6)

940 Hudnell Street, Washington, NC

START RIGHT LEARNING CENTER INC. receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is recognized for caring, dedicated staff who treat children with genuine affection and attention to their well-being. Parents report that their children are excited to attend and benefit from the center's emphasis on education and best practices.

Caring and kind staffchildren enjoy attendingemphasis on education and teaching

Beaufort County Child Development

4.3(3)

1109 Respess Street, Washington, NC

Rising Stars Learning Center

4(2)

1035 East 6th Street, Washington, NC

Light Of The World Child Care

5

711 Boston Ave, Washington, NC

Kids Kollege

3(2)

1301 Bridge St, Washington, NC

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Daycare types in Washington

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Washington, North Carolina

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Washington, North Carolina, making up 73% of the 11 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 Washington, 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 Washington

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Light Of The World Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
711 Boston Ave, Washington, NC
Phone
(252) 946-3176
A New Adventure
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

A New Adventure receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, warm environment, and educational activities. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns about allergy management, communication, and lack of responsiveness to inquiries.

Caring and knowledgeable ownerwarm staff greetings and affectioneducational activities and learning outcomes
Address
148 Avon Avenue, Washington, NC
Phone
(252) 940-4440
Start Right Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

START RIGHT LEARNING CENTER INC. receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is recognized for caring, dedicated staff who treat children with genuine affection and attention to their well-being. Parents report that their children are excited to attend and benefit from the center's emphasis on education and best practices.

Caring and kind staffchildren enjoy attendingemphasis on education and teaching
Address
940 Hudnell Street, Washington, NC
Phone
(252) 940-0077
Beaufort County Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1109 Respess Street, Washington, NC
Phone
(252) 946-1938
Rising Stars Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1035 East 6th Street, Washington, NC
Phone
(252) 947-2002
Kids Kollege
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1301 Bridge St, Washington, NC
Phone
(252) 975-3555
Kid'S Play
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2280 West 5th St, Washington, NC
Phone
(252) 946-6073
Care-O-World Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Care-O-World Enrichment Center in Washington, North Carolina receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's genuine care, dedication, and loving environment. Parents consistently highlight specific teachers by name and express strong satisfaction with their children's learning, social, emotional, and creative development. Families report feeling secure and comfortable with their children's care and many indicate long-term loyalty to the center.

caring and dedicated staffloving environmentstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
146 Whispering Pines Road, Washington, NC
Phone
(252) 975-2811

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Washington, North Carolina, out of 11 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 Washington, 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
Washington offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Washington for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Washington 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.