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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Williamston, NC

Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Williamston. Average rating: 4.52/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Williamston, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
8
Avg rating
4.52/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Williamston offers 8 licensed child daycare & preschools, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4.52/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 27892 zip code, averaging 4.52 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Williamston

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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    Memorial Baptist Preschool
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    109 W Church Street, Williamston, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Memorial Baptist Preschool is a church-based center in Williamston, NC with a 4.6/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the facility, worship services, and comprehensive programs including preschool, summer camp, and youth activities. One reviewer expressed concern about feeling overlooked when seeking assistance.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Williamston

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4avg rating
8 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Williamston zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
278929
4.52
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Williamston (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Williamston based on parent reviews

Memorial Baptist Preschool

4.6(8)

109 W Church Street, Williamston, NC

Memorial Baptist Preschool is a church-based center in Williamston, NC with a 4.6/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the facility, worship services, and comprehensive programs including preschool, summer camp, and youth activities. One reviewer expressed concern about feeling overlooked when seeking assistance.

Full-time preschool programsummer programvacation bible school

Guiding One'S Direction Child Care Center #2

5

309 North Elm Street, Williamston, NC

Guiding One'S Direction Child Care Center

5

307 North Elm Street, Williamston, NC

Smiling Faces Child Care Center INC.

3(1)

14493 Us Hwy 64, Williamston, NC

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Daycare types in Williamston

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Williamston, North Carolina

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Williamston, North Carolina, making up 89% of the 9 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 Williamston have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Williamston, 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 Williamston

Showing 8 results

Guiding One'S Direction Child Care Center #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
309 North Elm Street, Williamston, NC
Phone
(252) 508-4675
Guiding One'S Direction Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
307 North Elm Street, Williamston, NC
Phone
(252) 508-4675
Memorial Baptist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Memorial Baptist Preschool is a church-based center in Williamston, NC with a 4.6/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the facility, worship services, and comprehensive programs including preschool, summer camp, and youth activities. One reviewer expressed concern about feeling overlooked when seeking assistance.

Full-time preschool programsummer programvacation bible school
Address
109 W Church Street, Williamston, NC
Phone
(252) 792-6079
Smiling Faces Child Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
14493 Us Hwy 64, Williamston, NC
Phone
(252) 792-3374
Happy Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
622 East Boulevard, Williamston, NC
Phone
(252) 792-3333
Williamston Primary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
400 West Boulevard, Williamston, NC
Phone
(252) 792-3253
Doodle Bug Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
120 East Pine Street, Williamston, NC
Phone
(252) 792-6466
Williamston Primary After-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
400 West Boulevard, Williamston, NC
Phone
(252) 792-8483

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Williamston, North Carolina, out of 9 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 Williamston have an average Google rating of 4.52 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Williamston, 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
Williamston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 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 Williamston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Williamston 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.