Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Waxhaw, NC
Compare 11 child daycare & preschools in Waxhaw. Average rating: 4.56/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Waxhaw, North Carolina at a glance
- Programs
- 11
- Avg rating
- 4.56/5
- Parent reviews
- 73
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 3
Waxhaw has 11 licensed child daycare & preschools with 73 parent reviews averaging 4.56/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 28173 zip code, averaging 4.56 stars across 16 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Waxhaw
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.
- 1Ducklings Child Care Services At Waxhaw4.62 score5(8)
401 South Jackson Avenue, Waxhaw, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Ducklings Child Care for its family-oriented atmosphere, attentive staff, and hands-on learning approach. Children reportedly feel comfortable and excited to attend, with parents noting strong bonds between staff and children. The small class sizes and personalized care are highlighted as key differentiators from larger daycare facilities.
Caring and compassionate stafffamily-oriented environmentsmall class sizeshands-on learning activities - 2Childrens Lighthouse4.48 score4.6(20)
9917 Rea Road, Waxhaw, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Children's Lighthouse for exceptional staff care, strong leadership under Director Mrs. Leah, and a clean, well-organized learning environment. The facility is noted for accommodating special needs, providing daily activity reports, offering classroom cameras, and creating a family-like atmosphere where children thrive academically and emotionally.
Caring and attentive teachersstrong leadershipclean facilityclassroom cameras for parent monitoring
Rating Distribution
Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Waxhaw
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Waxhaw, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Waxhaw zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28173 | 16 | 4.56 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Waxhaw (– children)
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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 Waxhaw based on parent reviews
Ducklings Child Care Services At Waxhaw
401 South Jackson Avenue, Waxhaw, NC
Parents consistently praise Ducklings Child Care for its family-oriented atmosphere, attentive staff, and hands-on learning approach. Children reportedly feel comfortable and excited to attend, with parents noting strong bonds between staff and children. The small class sizes and personalized care are highlighted as key differentiators from larger daycare facilities.
Childrens Lighthouse
9917 Rea Road, Waxhaw, NC
Parents consistently praise Children's Lighthouse for exceptional staff care, strong leadership under Director Mrs. Leah, and a clean, well-organized learning environment. The facility is noted for accommodating special needs, providing daily activity reports, offering classroom cameras, and creating a family-like atmosphere where children thrive academically and emotionally.
Laurelwood Community Preschool
4710 Waxhaw-Marvin Road, Waxhaw, NC
Parents highlight the nurturing environment, flexible scheduling, and outdoor play opportunities, noting significant developmental progress in their children. Reviewers appreciate the staff's deep understanding of individual needs and transparent communication, particularly regarding separation anxiety and behavioral support.
Waxhaw Child Development Center
3930 Providence Road, Waxhaw, NC
Several parents highlight a family-oriented atmosphere with caring staff who communicate frequently through daily reports and proactive check-ins. Conversely, one review cites severe management issues and unprofessional behavior by leadership as significant drawbacks.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Waxhaw, North Carolina
There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Waxhaw, North Carolina, making up 69% of the 16 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 Waxhaw have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 73 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Waxhaw, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents highlight the nurturing environment, flexible scheduling, and outdoor play opportunities, noting significant developmental progress in their children. Reviewers appreciate the staff's deep understanding of individual needs and transparent communication, particularly regarding separation anxiety and behavioral support.
- Address
- 4710 Waxhaw-Marvin Road, Waxhaw, NC
- Phone
- (704) 243-8580
Parents consistently praise Ducklings Child Care for its family-oriented atmosphere, attentive staff, and hands-on learning approach. Children reportedly feel comfortable and excited to attend, with parents noting strong bonds between staff and children. The small class sizes and personalized care are highlighted as key differentiators from larger daycare facilities.
- Address
- 401 South Jackson Avenue, Waxhaw, NC
- Phone
- (704) 843-2317
Parents consistently praise Children's Lighthouse for exceptional staff care, strong leadership under Director Mrs. Leah, and a clean, well-organized learning environment. The facility is noted for accommodating special needs, providing daily activity reports, offering classroom cameras, and creating a family-like atmosphere where children thrive academically and emotionally.
- Address
- 9917 Rea Road, Waxhaw, NC
- Phone
- (704) 841-7777
Several parents highlight a family-oriented atmosphere with caring staff who communicate frequently through daily reports and proactive check-ins. Conversely, one review cites severe management issues and unprofessional behavior by leadership as significant drawbacks.
- Address
- 3930 Providence Road, Waxhaw, NC
- Phone
- (704) 843-0925
- Address
- 8701 Kensington Drive, Waxhaw, NC
- Phone
- (704) 290-1675
The Goddard School of Waxhaw receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and structured, engaging curriculum. Parents consistently report their children are happy, learning significantly, and well-prepared for kindergarten, with many feeling like part of a family community.
- Address
- 1528 Providence Road South, Waxhaw, NC
- Phone
- (704) 243-0120
- Address
- 411 Western Union School Rd, Waxhaw, NC
- Phone
- (704) 296-6334
- Address
- 10101 Waxhaw Manor Drive, Waxhaw, NC
- Phone
- (704) 290-1676
- Address
- 1100 Waxhaw Indiantrail Rd, Waxhaw, NC
- Phone
- (704) 320-3057
- Address
- 4012 Western Union School Rd, Waxhaw, NC
- Phone
- (704) 256-3888
Waxhaw U.M.C. Child Development Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the loving and caring staff who maintain appropriate behavior standards while building strong relationships with children. The facility is described as a trustworthy option for working parents seeking quality childcare.
- Address
- 200 Mcdonald Street, Waxhaw, NC
- Phone
- (704) 843-1737
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