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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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Happy Days Child Development Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
439 North Main Street, Troutman, NC
Phone
(704) 528-4464
Building Blocks Early Education Center- Raeford
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Building Blocks Early Education Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, attentive teachers, strong communication through daily photos and updates, and children's enthusiasm about attending. The facility is noted for its structured yet loving environment, clean organization, and quality before/after school programs.

Caring and attentive teachersdaily photo/video updatesstrong parent communication
Address
7050 Fayetteville Road, Raeford, NC
Phone
(910) 875-7276
Save The Family Ministries Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
3381 Wayne Memorial Drive, Goldsboro, NC
Phone
(919) 583-8932
Big Bird And The Gang
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

A few parents report high satisfaction with Big Bird and the Gang, highlighting the loving staff and educational quality, while one reviewer expresses strong dissatisfaction with a specific employee's handling of a photo upload issue.

loving stafftrustworthinessgreat preschool education
Address
775 Breeze Hill Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC
Phone
(336) 838-3086
Beginnings N Beyond Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
106 Ausbon Dr, Plymouth, NC
Phone
(252) 506-3633
Huckleberry'S Friends Preschool And Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Huckleberry's Friends Preschool for its caring, experienced staff and family-oriented atmosphere. The facility is noted for active child engagement, educational activities, cleanliness, and responsive communication with parents. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and high satisfaction with their children's care and learning experience.

Experienced and caring teacherswelcoming atmosphereactive engagement with children
Address
1000 Lawndale St, Garner, NC
Phone
(919) 779-3335
Country Kids INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
514 West James Street, La Grange, NC
Phone
(252) 566-2242
Carol L. Danforth Early Childhood Lab
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center listed (Carol L. Danforth Early Childhood Lab). Instead, all reviews are about Forsyth Technical Community College, a community college in the same location. No actual parent reviews for the daycare center were provided.

None applicable - reviews are for a different institution
Address
2100 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kidz-N-Motion
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
303 South Morehead Street, Elizabethtown, NC
Phone
(910) 872-4021
Rainbow Vip Learning Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent describes the center as loving and welcoming, while another criticizes the facility's appearance as run down. A separate reviewer reports serious safety concerns, including heavy doors hurting a child, unclean playgrounds, and staff who ignore reported hitting among children.

loving environmentwelcoming staffgood for kids
Address
1269 Cedar Grove Road, Supply, NC
Phone
(910) 842-5400
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center (KinderCare Stafford Rd location) for exceptional staff care, attentive teachers, and a warm, nurturing environment. Director Regina is frequently mentioned for her personal engagement with families and knowledge of each child. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting strong communication, developmental support, and reliable childcare.

Caring and attentive teachersresponsive director (Regina)personal communication with daily photos and updates
Address
9525 Stafford Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 599-4088
Mimi'S Place Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
89 Mckinnish Cove Road, Asheville, NC
Phone
(828) 254-4411
Circle Of Friends Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent describes the center as an affordable, comprehensive option with educated staff and free hot meals, while another notes that their grandchildren received good instruction and care. Conversely, a long-term family reports significant issues including staff ignoring shy children, denying basic hygiene routines like tooth brushing, poor head lice management, and unprofessional conduct toward parents.

affordable pricingcomprehensive careeducated staff
Address
240 Bravard St, Rutherford Colle, NC
Phone
(828) 879-2367
Danielle'S Playhouse Learning Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1135 Seven Lakes Drive, West End, NC
Phone
(910) 673-2273
A New Day Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Positive reviews highlight a clean facility, caring staff, and strong communication for children from infant to pre-k, while recent negative feedback cites a sharp decline in quality, safety violations, and inadequate supervision. Critics report that the center has become disorganized, with untrained teachers, lack of outdoor time, and unaddressed physical aggression among children. Additionally, reviewers note high costs without corresponding educational activities or certified pre-k instruction.

Clean facilitycaring and communicative staffexcitement among children
Address
105 Clinton Court, Rocky Mount, NC
Phone
(252) 937-6390
Mudpies Child Development Center-Mocksville
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
622 North Main Street, Mocksville, NC
Phone
(336) 751-5298
Bright Young Minds Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Bright Young Minds Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the dedicated staff, clean facility, strong educational programs, and nurturing environment that supports children's academic and social development. Families report long-term enrollment and high satisfaction with the care and learning their children receive.

Patient and nurturing staffclean and organized facilitystrong emphasis on safety
Address
6039 Morganton Rd, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 745-8782
New Forever Young Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

New Forever Young Day Care receives mixed reviews with some parents praising the facility's availability and care, while others report significant concerns about staff professionalism, communication, and educational quality. The center has faced multiple complaints regarding staff conduct, homework support, and operational issues.

Flexible availability and quick enrollmentone staff member noted for kindness and positive communicationconvenient hours
Address
707 Mcarthur Rd, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 822-8443
Rowe'S Child Care Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

ROWE'S CHILD CARE CENTER has mixed reviews with four 5-star ratings praising staff friendliness, care quality, and child development, but two 1-star ratings citing serious safety and communication failures including an unreported head injury incident and poor hygiene practices. The center terminated one family's enrollment shortly after a state inspection without proper notice or explanation.

Friendly and caring staffgood with shy childrenengaging teachers
Address
1805 Pamalee Drive, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 822-6771
Cumberland Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Cumberland Learning Academy receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents who highlight the dedicated, caring staff and family-like atmosphere. However, some parents report serious concerns about unprofessional behavior and rudeness from middle school and elementary teachers. Long-term families express high satisfaction, while recent experiences suggest inconsistent quality across grade levels.

Dedicated and caring stafffamily-like atmosphereflexible scheduling accommodations
Address
2968 Cumberland Road, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 568-5005
Ms Carolyn'S Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Ms. Carolyn's Child Care for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Multiple reviewers report feeling complete trust in the facility and note their children are happy, engaged, and excited to attend. The director and teaching staff are frequently highlighted for their dedication, warmth, and individual attention to each child's needs.

Warm and caring staffexperienced and certified teachersdirector actively involved and accommodating
Address
2590 Cumberland Creek Dr, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 425-6266
Bonanza Preschool & Youth Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Bright Young Minds Academy for its clean, safe, and nurturing environment with dedicated staff who support children's academic and social development. Reviews highlight strong educational outcomes, individualized attention, and a loving atmosphere that parents trust. The facility's leadership, particularly Mr. and Mrs. Rivera, receives particular recognition for their commitment to quality early childhood education.

Clean and organized facilitySafety prioritizedCaring and attentive staff
Address
247 Bonanza Dr, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 487-5323
New Beginnings Child Care Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent highlights the friendly staff, while another strongly criticizes the center for teachers swearing in front of infants and displaying deceptive behavior when parents are absent. The few reviews provided indicate a sharp divide between positive social experiences and serious concerns regarding professional conduct and trustworthiness.

friendly staffpositive group atmosphere
Address
107 Leonard Street, Thomasville, NC
Phone
(336) 475-1442
Jolly Bee Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Jolly Bee Child Care Center receives mixed reviews with significant polarization. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, welcoming atmosphere, and safety measures, while several others report serious concerns including inconsistent policies, refusal to show security footage, improper pickup authorization procedures, and health code violations.

Friendly and caring staffwelcoming atmospherechild safety and security
Address
361 Rhodestown Road, Jacksonville, NC
Phone
(910) 324-9939
Sherrills Ford Learning Academy #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
8057 Island Point Road, Sherrills Ford, NC
Phone
(828) 478-3000
Angel'S Childcare & Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Several parents highlight the caring staff and positive learning environment, with families noting they were blessed by the team and highly recommend the center. However, one review cites unprofessional communication regarding a sick child and concerns about frequent illnesses, leading that parent to withdraw their child.

caring staffpositive learning environmenthighly recommend
Address
22492 Highway 301 North, Parkton, NC
Phone
(910) 858-0614
Jordan'S Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent describes a highly positive experience where staff treated children like family and facilitated significant developmental growth, while another visitor reported negative interactions regarding facility conditions, food quality, and staff honesty.

Staff treat children with care and lovestrong developmental progress including early schooling readinesseffective potty training
Address
8759 Us 158 West, Reidsville, NC
Phone
(336) 616-0142
A Mother'S Choice Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1319 Standish Street, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(980) 330-3011
Cornerstone Child Development Center East
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Cornerstone Child Development Center East receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, individual attention to children, and reasonable pricing. Most reviewers report their children have thrived and feel welcomed by teachers and leadership. One parent expressed frustration with communication responsiveness.

Caring and loving teacherschild development and growthhands-on director
Address
125 Eastville Drive, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 279-1255
Little Red School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Little Red School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the teachers and staff for being kind, helpful, and great with children. However, one parent had a negative experience citing poor communication with management and concerns about how children were treated. The 4K program is specifically highlighted as excellent.

Kind and helpful teachersgreat staffchildren enjoy attending
Address
319 S Broadway, Forest City, NC
Phone
(828) 245-7556

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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.