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2,953 Child Daycare & Preschools in North Carolina

Browse 2,953 child daycare & preschools across North Carolina. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in North Carolina

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in North Carolina can make the decision-making process smoother.

North Carolina has about 4,419 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in North Carolina. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in North Carolina

There are 4,419 daycares in North Carolina: 273 headstart facilities, 883 before/after school centers, 310 religious facility daycares, and 2,953 childcare and preschool centers.

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Heavenly Host Of Angels Child Care #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
330 Worth St, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 433-2517
Happy Day Christian Child Care Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Happy Day Christian Child Care Too is a highly-rated center with an exceptional reputation spanning over 50 years. Parents consistently praise the experienced, long-tenured staff, warm and nurturing environment, and strong focus on individual child development. Children show measurable academic progress while feeling safe, loved, and well-prepared for elementary school.

Experienced and stable staff (many 20+ years tenure)warm and nurturing atmospherestrong academic curriculum
Address
531 Henderson Dr, Jacksonville, NC
Phone
(910) 347-3396
Heartworks Safe Start Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Heartworks Safe Start Academy for its dedicated, friendly staff who build strong relationships with children. The facility is noted as clean and well-maintained, offering enriching experiences including field trips to the orchestra, swimming, tennis, and music lessons, along with a well-regarded after-school program that includes homework help and outdoor play.

Caring and dedicated staffclean facilitystrong teacher-child relationships
Address
709 Main Street, Bayboro, NC
Phone
(252) 671-2302
Children'S Campus Of Chapel Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Children's Campus of Chapel Hill receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and attentive staff who know children by name and provide individualized attention. Parents consistently highlight the loving environment, developmental support, educational quality, and staff stability. One parent noted a decline in quality since a new age 2+ building opened in 2017, citing staffing ratio changes and shift in priorities.

Caring and attentive staffstaff knows all children's namesindividualized attention to each child's needs
Address
110 Kingston Dr, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 967-5020
Community Ridge Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
243 7th Avenue S W, Hickory, NC
Phone
(828) 322-1632
Agape Child Development Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
211 Prevatte Street, Lumberton, NC
Phone
(910) 608-3133
Lee'S Little Explorers Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
1217 Lewis Street, Eden, NC
Phone
(336) 623-0629
Precious Care Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
16960 Wagram Road, Laurinburg, NC
Phone
(910) 277-8450
Oak Village Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Oak Village Academy receives universal praise from parents for its exceptional staff, beautiful multi-building campus with abundant outdoor learning spaces, and play-based curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' caring nature, smooth communication, and overall quality of care. The facility is frequently compared favorably to other local daycares visited by families.

Dedicatedcaringand engaging teachers
Address
110 Tals Rock Way, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 377-1802
Harvest Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Harvest Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, family-like environment where children feel loved, safe, and supported in their learning. Parents highlight the knowledgeable and caring staff, strong communication, and individualized attention each child receives. The center's home-like atmosphere, outdoor space with garden, and community feel are frequently mentioned as key strengths.

caring and nurturing staffstrong parent-teacher communicationfamily-like community atmosphere
Address
2400 Nelson Highway Nc 54, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 402-1900
Kinston Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

One parent describes a positive experience with the center's safe learning environments and the HiMama app, which facilitates daily updates and parent-staff communication. Another review highlights the professional staff and welcoming leadership.

safe learning environmentsHiMama app for daily updates and communicationkind and caring director
Address
710 Roseanne Drive, Kinston, NC
Phone
(252) 523-2664
Primrose School Of New Irving Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of New Irving Park for its caring, warm staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Multiple families report significant developmental progress, strong communication from leadership, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Several parents express such satisfaction they would enroll additional children or have enrolled siblings at the facility.

Caring and loving staffpersona
Address
4 North Pointe Court, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 286-8889
Chapel Hill Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Chapel Hill Day Care Center for its caring, experienced staff, play-based curriculum, and strong focus on children's social, academic, and developmental growth. Multiple families report their children are happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten. The center is described as a welcoming, nurturing environment that feels like an extension of the family.

Caring and experienced staff with high teacher retentionplay-based learning curriculumstrong academic and social skill development
Address
401 Kildaire Road, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 929-3585
Earl Bradsher Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
404 S Morgan Street, Roxboro, NC
Phone
(336) 599-7585
Child Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

One parent highlights a five-year positive experience, noting that their daughter enjoyed the program and achieved high scores on her kindergarten screening. The reviewer also reports that their son is doing well in the nursery, attributing these outcomes to the teachers.

enjoyable for childreneffective teachersstrong academic preparation
Address
2178 Hwy 70, Connelly Springs, NC
Phone
(828) 397-2114
Noruch Kiddy College
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

One parent describes their son feeling immediately at home and enjoying Noruch Kiddy College so much that he did not want to leave. The reviewer highlights the staff as being great and notes that the overall experience was truly good.

Staff is greatwelcoming atmospherechild felt at home
Address
634 Waugh Street, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 907-7111
Hayes-Taylor Ymca Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Hayes-Taylor YMCA Childcare in Greensboro receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents and members praise the welcoming, friendly staff and quality facilities including the pool area. The facility is noted for excellent customer service, cleanliness, and community-focused programming.

Friendly and professional staff (KennyKatrinaDiane highlighted)
Address
2630 East Florida Street, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 272-2131
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Rainbow Child Care Center (KinderCare) in Greensboro receives consistently high praise from parents. Families consistently highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong communication through daily updates and photos via app, clean and safe environment, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents report smooth transitions, quality educational activities, and genuine care from teachers and directors.

Caring and compassionate staffexcellent communication and daily updates via appclean and safe facility
Address
1302 Fleming Road, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 834-9080
Apex Peak Schools INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise APEX PEAK SCHOOLS INC. for its safe, loving environment and caring staff led by director Ms. Veronica. Children show strong academic and social growth, with exposure to multiple languages and cultures. Parents report high satisfaction with the Montessori approach and note their children are excited to attend daily.

Safe and welcoming environmentcaring and stable staff with low turnoverstrong academic learning
Address
432 E Williams Street, Apex, NC
Phone
(919) 267-8557
Rainbow Child Care Center-- East Cary
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center (Crème de la Crème) for exceptional staff who are warm, caring, and genuinely invested in children's development. The facility features high-quality amenities including specialized learning spaces, STEM labs, and extensive outdoor areas, with added conveniences like on-site meals and included supplies. Children are reported to be happy, thriving, and well-supported through transitions and challenges.

Warm and caring staffresponsive and accommodating office staffexcellent facilities and learning spaces (art room
Address
6560 Tryon Road, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 854-1515
Primrose School Of West Cary
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of West Cary for its attentive, caring staff who create a warm and nurturing environment. The center receives high marks for strong communication, engaging curriculum, and professional leadership. Children show notable improvements in behavior, social skills, and willingness to try new experiences.

Attentive and caring staffstrong parent communication and daily app updatesengaging and age-appropriate curriculum
Address
2511 Nc Highway 55, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 363-2700
Country Day Montessori School Of Raleigh
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Country Day Montessori School of Raleigh receives consistently high praise from parents, with children enthusiastic about attending daily. Parents highlight the caring, stable staff, Montessori curriculum, and nurturing environment that fosters independence and a love of learning.

Dedicated and caring teacherslow staff turnoverstrong director leadership
Address
1201 Kent Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 851-4054
High Point Family Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

High Point Family Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the dedicated staff, nurturing environment, and strong emotional and academic support for children. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about management behavior, safety practices, and facility cleanliness that warrant investigation.

Dedicated and loving teachersstrong director involvementexceptional infant care
Address
1616 English Road, High Point, NC
Phone
(336) 885-9686
Sprouting Scholars Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Sprouting Scholars receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring staff, small class sizes, educational curriculum, and excellent daily communication with parents. One parent reported significant concerns about management, inconsistent billing practices, facility maintenance issues, and scheduling changes without notice.

Warm and caring staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsdaily photo and video updates
Address
3816 Sw Durham Dr, Durham, NC
Phone
(252) 632-0540
Kid'S Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents of children attending KID'S ZONE report high satisfaction with the center-based program in Louisburg, NC. Reviewers highlight that their children enjoy the environment and appreciate the staff's attentive care.

children love the programparents are satisfiedstaff are good with children
Address
1996 Hwy 39 N, Louisburg, NC
Phone
(919) 496-6433
Farmer-N-Dell Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
1320 Airport Road, Kinston, NC
Phone
(252) 522-4525
A+ Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

A+ Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, attentive staff who build strong personal relationships with children and families. Parents highlight excellent communication, safe environments, and child development, with many expressing confidence in the center's care quality and reporting that their children thrive there.

caring and dedicated staffstrong personal relationships with childrenexcellent parent-staff communication
Address
61 Technology Drive, Garner, NC
Phone
(706) 825-4979
The Growing Years
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Growing Years in Clayton receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, engaged staff and quality educational activities. Parents highlight excellent communication through daily updates and photos, a clean facility, and teachers who genuinely invest in each child's development and well-being.

Caring and loving staffengaged teacherseducational activities (Spanish instruction
Address
76 Oleander Dr, Clayton, NC
Phone
(919) 550-3300
Busy Bee Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Busy Bee Academy in Charlotte receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews rate the center 5/5 stars, with parents highlighting exceptional staff, strong parent communication, engaging curriculum, and a family-oriented environment where children thrive and look forward to attending daily.

Helpful and caring staffdaily photo/video updates to parentsage-appropriate and engaging activities
Address
6629 Bannington Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 595-3027
The Butterfly Garden Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise The Butterfly Garden for its caring, nurturing environment and experienced staff led by owner Dawn Stoeckel. Reviewers highlight the clean facilities, expansive outdoor space, child-led learning approach, and strong emotional support provided to children. The center is described as a family-oriented business where children thrive academically and developmentally.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and clean facilitiesexpansive outdoor play space with age-appropriate materials
Address
6610 Ware Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 531-1116

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2,953 child daycare & preschools daycares across North Carolina. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in North Carolina are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through North Carolina's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in North Carolina, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (North Carolina sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in North Carolina vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.