How do I choose the right daycare in Whiteville?

When choosing a daycare in Whiteville, 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

What types of daycare are available in Whiteville?

Whiteville offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities Headstart Programs — 2 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Whiteville, North Carolina (11 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in North Carolina?

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 Whiteville for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Whiteville

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.

Mt. Olive Head Start

4.5 score

5(5)

5465 Silver Spoon Rd, Whiteville, NC · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

Mt. Olive Head Start in Whiteville, North Carolina receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviewers praise the friendly and welcoming staff, with multiple generations of families choosing to enroll their children. Parents report that their children had positive experiences and consider it a valuable community resource.

Friendly staffwelcoming environmentchildren enjoy attendingmulti-generational enrollment

Southeastern Community College Child Dev. Center

4.4 score

4.5(20)

4564 Chadbourn Hwy, Whiteville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for Southeastern Community College, not the Child Development Center daycare. Reviews praise the college's affordability, accessibility, and quality instruction in rural North Carolina. Parents/students highlight supportive instructors and valuable career programs.

Affordable educationaccessible to rural populationssupportive and professional instructorsquality programs (nursing

Trinity Baptist Day Care

4.3 score

4.6(5)

201 South Thompson St, Whiteville, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Trinity Baptist Day Care has mixed reviews. Most reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and worship experience. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving disrespectful treatment of a family member with a disability.

welcoming environmentfriendly staffquality sermonsgood food

Enchanting Tree Learning Center

4.25 score

4.5(5)

1779 New Britton Highway, Whiteville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise Enchanting Tree Learning Center for its dedicated, long-tenured staff who provide caring education and create a loving environment. Reviewers highlight strong teacher-child relationships, quality of care, and even mention satisfaction with the food program.

Long-termexperienced staffcaring teachersstrong teacher-child relationships

Ann'S Day Care

4 score

4(6)

2656 Smyrna Road, Whiteville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Ann's Day Care receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the owner Miss Ann for her caring, family-like approach, homemade meals, and ability to work with children with special needs. However, two negative reviews report concerns about emotional abuse, poor hygiene, inadequate diaper changes, and billing disputes.

Caring and nurturing environmenttreats children like familyhomemade mealsgood with children with special needs (ADHD

Child Daycare & Preschools in Whiteville, North Carolina

There are 11 child daycare & preschools in Whiteville, North Carolina, making up 73% of the 15 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 Whiteville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 11 child daycare & preschools daycares in Whiteville, North Carolina, out of 15 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 Whiteville, 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

Whiteville offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
Headstart Programs — 2 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 Whiteville for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Whiteville 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.

11 Child Daycare & Preschools in Whiteville, North Carolina

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Whiteville

Top Rated

Southeastern Community College Child Dev. Center

Enchanting Tree Learning Center

Kid Kare Academy

Ann'S Day Care

Edu-Care Preschool Center

Edu-Care Preschool Center #102

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