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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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Mini Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
504 W Charlotte Ave, Mount Holly, NC
Phone
(704) 827-0700
Stephanie Jennings Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Stephanie Jennings Education Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring, professional staff and engaging educational environment. However, some parents report significant concerns about administrative inconsistency, special needs support, parking logistics, and staff turnover.

caring and professional teachersengaging educational environmentwell-organized curriculum
Address
3320 North Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(980) 355-0978
Charlotte Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
3200 Park Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 523-0800
Graham'S Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2425 Morton Street, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 394-6954
A New Beginning IV
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
212 Davidson Ave, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 220-0055
Building Blocks For Tots
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Building Blocks for Tots as an exceptional daycare with caring, professional staff who provide a safe, nurturing environment. Children develop academically and emotionally through structured, hands-on teaching methods including Montessori approaches, with strong communication between staff and parents. The facility has maintained high standards over multiple years, with families often enrolling multiple children and remaining enrolled long-term.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentsstructured curriculum with Montessori method
Address
3960 Lake Wilson Road, Wilson, NC
Phone
(252) 206-1234
Janie'S Playhouse Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Janie's Playhouse receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, educational activities, and family-like treatment of children. However, one parent reported serious concerns including lack of toys, dismissive staff responses to child distress, and an inappropriate comment about hot sauce.

caring and attentive teachersfamily-like environmentengaging weekly activities
Address
608 Keyser St, Aberdeen, NC
Phone
(910) 944-3595
Children'S Campus Of Chapel Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Children's Campus of Chapel Hill receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the warm, responsive staff, clean facilities, and strong educational curriculum. Parents consistently report their children are happy and thriving. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving rough handling of their child and inadequate director oversight.

Kind and responsive staffclean and well-designed classroomsstrong Pre-K curriculum
Address
100 Westminster Dr, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 240-5254
Abundant Love Christian Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Abundant Love Christian Daycare Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its loving, attentive staff and strong educational programs. Parents highlight the center's safe environment, individualized child development, and family-like atmosphere. Multiple reviewers credit the center with significant academic progress in their children.

Caring and attentive staffstrong academic instructionsafe and secure environment
Address
2210 E Hwy 54, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 908-9551
Gateway Academy Kenton
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy Kenton for exceptional staff care, developmental support, and family-like atmosphere. Multiple families report significant loyalty, with some driving long distances or returning after trying other facilities. Children show visible happiness, engagement, and measurable developmental progress across all age groups.

Caring and attentive staffdaily reports and photos shared with parentsstrong developmental progress
Address
16420 Sedgebrook Lane, Huntersville, NC
Phone
(704) 655-7336
Gateway Academy - Northlake
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Gateway Academy Northlake receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are happy, well-cared for, and making strong academic progress. Parents highlight the warm, nurturing teaching staff, responsive leadership, and strong communication as key strengths. The facility is noted for its attentive individual care, daily photo updates, and support for children with diverse needs including special requirements and autism.

Warm and caring staffresponsive communicationdaily photo updates
Address
9206 Reames Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 596-0000
Bright Beginners Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Bright Beginners Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the dedicated staff, quality curriculum, and caring environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and demonstrate academic progress in letters, numbers, and writing. One negative review criticized the management as ineffective.

Friendly and professional staffstrong academic curriculumexcellent communication with parents
Address
741 Denning Place, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 615-0516
Sharon Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
5301 Sharon Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 364-1200
Nessa'S Young'Uns Natural Play Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Nessa's Young'uns receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with the majority praising the natural play methodology, staff quality, and significant developmental progress in their children. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about teacher qualifications, state regulation compliance, and employment/payment issues. The center appears to have strong supporters but has faced some serious disputes.

Natural play methodologydevelopmental progress in childrenenthusiastic children about attending
Address
520 S Allen Road, Unit 1 And 2, Flat Rock, NC
Phone
(828) 435-9161
Kid Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Kid Zone for its caring, responsive staff and supportive environment. Children show developmental progress and parents report feeling confident leaving their kids in the center's care. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, and willingness to work with children of diverse needs, including those with autism and special requirements.

Responsive director who returns callscaring and well-trained staffclean facilities
Address
333 Access Road, Waynesville, NC
Phone
(828) 456-3000
Building Blocks Early Education Centers-Cameron
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Building Blocks Early Education Centers in Cameron receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, effective communication, and smooth transitions for new students. One parent reported a serious concern about inadequate incident reporting following a biting incident, though the director was receptive to the complaint.

Caring and professional staffexperienced director (Ms. Marsha)smooth transitions for new enrollees
Address
81 Plantation Drive, Cameron, NC
Phone
(910) 436-0346
Lillypads Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
5976 Us 401 N, Fuquay-Varina, NC
Phone
(919) 567-7433
Myra'S Learning Kids Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Myra's Learning Kids Academy is a small, home-based daycare in Greensboro with mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff and owner. However, some parents raised serious concerns about teacher-to-child ratios not meeting NC standards, cramped facilities, security issues, and pricing.

Caring and passionate staffowner genuinely loves childrenclean environment
Address
1503 South Holden Road, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 834-9900
Johnson'S Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1606 Phillips Avenue, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 272-3846
Phillips Avenue Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2312 Phillips Avenue, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 370-0233
Kid Appeal Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kid Appeal Learning Center receives mixed reviews with a 4.2/5 rating. Five parents praise the caring staff, educational quality, and supportive environment for child development. However, three parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision leading to injuries, poor transition support, and dismissive customer service.

Caring and friendly staffstrong educational preparation for kindergartenchildren appear happy
Address
1010 Greensboro Road, High Point, NC
Phone
(336) 887-3684
Seawell'S Creative Daycare INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Seawell's Creative Daycare receives mostly positive reviews praising its family-oriented environment, affordable pricing ($150/week), caring staff, enriching curriculum including Spanish and sign language, and strong community presence. However, several parents report serious concerns about safety on the playground, inadequate supervision, and abrupt expulsion policies without proper warning or communication.

Affordable pricingcaring and loving stafffamily-oriented atmosphere
Address
1501 Upland Drive, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 621-1045
Mcelveen Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
3515 North Church Street, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 358-0011
Educational Playtime
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2116 Lee'S Chapel Road, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 375-1959
The Peppermint Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1807 Merritt Drive, Greensboro, NC
Phone
(336) 292-5692
Method Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Method Child Development Center in Raleigh receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and professional staff, strong leadership from directors Ms. Mac and Ms. T, quality nutrition, and emphasis on outdoor play and child development. Parents report successful transitions, responsive communication, and a welcoming community atmosphere.

Caring and professional staffresponsive communicationquality homemade food
Address
900 Trailwood Drive, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 852-4568
Primrose School Of North Raleigh
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of North Raleigh for its caring, welcoming staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. The facility is noted for providing structured early education balanced with play-based learning, meals, and enrichment activities. Families report high satisfaction with their children's development, happiness, and adjustment to the school.

Kind and caring staffchildren love attendingstrong academ
Address
8521 Falls Of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC
Phone
(919) 329-2929
The Goddard School / Fuquay-Varina
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents overwhelmingly praise The Goddard School in Fuquay-Varina for its educational approach, caring staff, and developmental focus. All reviewers rate it 5/5 stars, highlighting the teachers' genuine care, structured curriculum, and safe environment. Parents view it as an educational institution rather than a typical daycare.

Caring and experienced staff with degrees and certificationsstrong communication and parent appinteractive play-based learning
Address
655 Old Honeycutt Road, Fuquay-Varina, NC
Phone
(919) 552-8359
Sugar Grove Developmental Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Sugar Grove Developmental Day School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and knowledgeable staff, clean facilities, and developmental curriculum. Most reviewers report their children thrive academically and socially, though one parent cited unprofessional treatment. The center is frequently at capacity.

caring and compassionate staffclean and bright facilitystrong developmental curriculum
Address
207 Dale Adams Road, Sugar Grove, NC
Phone
(828) 297-4226
Rainbow Child Care Center-Mn 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center for its caring, experienced staff who treat children like family members. The center is noted for its cleanliness, open communication, on-site meal preparation, and enrichment activities like sports and dance programs. Children develop academically and socially while parents appreciate the stability of long-tenured teachers and strong leadership.

Caring and experienced stafflow teacher turnoverclean facility
Address
4405 Sardis Church Road, Monroe, NC
Phone
(704) 882-7642

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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.