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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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Excel Xi
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

EXCEL XI in Swansboro consistently receives 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced teaching staff and strong management. Parents highlight the clean facilities, excellent communication, security measures, and the noticeable developmental progress their children make. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel confident about their child's safety and well-being.

caring and attentive teachersnurturing environmentchild development and growth
Address
168 Queen'S Creek Road, Swansboro, NC
Phone
(910) 325-0124
Happy Day Nursery And Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Happy Day Nursery has highly polarized reviews. Most parents (5 five-star reviews) praise the warm, caring staff and family-like atmosphere with strong developmental support. However, two one-star reviews raise serious safety concerns, including a reported femur fracture and allegations of neglectful supervision and lack of accountability.

Warm and caring teachersfamily-like atmospheresupportive of developmental milestones
Address
107 Laurel Avenue, Carrboro, NC
Phone
(919) 967-2016
Kids World INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Kids World Inc receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Positive reviewers praise staff communication, longevity of care, and summer programs, while negative reviewers report concerns about staff behavior toward children, inadequate incident reporting, and state investigation.

Staff communication with parentslongevity of enrollmentsummer programs
Address
501 Highland Park Drive, Eden, NC
Phone
(336) 623-1095
Noah'S Playloft Preschool I
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Noah's Playloft Preschool receives highly polarized reviews. Three parents praise the facility as clean, well-organized, and staffed with caring teachers who resolve issues quickly. However, two parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, unexplained child injuries, unprofessional staff conduct, and dismissive handling of behavioral issues.

Clean and well-organized facilitycaring and wonderful teachers (especially in infant room)happy children
Address
305 S Link Ave, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 636-8118
Kiddie Land Kindergarten INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Kiddie Land Kindergarten has highly polarized reviews. Seven parents give 5-star ratings praising the caring staff, child happiness, and learning environment. However, three 1-star reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate special needs training, missing belongings, unsanitary conditions, and insensitive teacher interactions with children on the autism spectrum.

Caring and loving staffchild happiness and engagementgood early learning instruction
Address
1000 S Long Street E S, Salisbury, NC
Phone
(704) 633-9589
Liz'S Infant World
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
600 Mayflower Drive, Greensboro, NC
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kids Corner Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
608 Concord Road, Albemarle, NC
Phone
(704) 982-2000
21st Century Child Care At Sherwood Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

21st Century Child Care at Sherwood Park receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the experienced, caring staff, clean facilities, and professional communication, with several noting long-term satisfaction. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about safety protocols, staff conduct, and child well-being.

Experienced and caring staffspacious and clean classroomsprofessional communication about child progress
Address
100 Wittenberg Way, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 683-6675
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Rainbow Child Care Center (operating as KinderCare) in Cornelius has received consistently positive feedback from recent parents, with all current reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the new management team, particularly directors Asia, Kelly, Connie, and Teresa, for creating a safe, nurturing, and well-organized environment. The center has reportedly undergone significant improvements under new administration after previous negative reviews.

Dedicated and caring staffnew management teamclean and well-organized facility
Address
9340 Washam Potts Road, Cornelius, NC
Phone
(704) 894-9200
Upper Room Kids Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Upper Room Kids Child Development Center in Concord, NC receives highly polarized reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, developmental learning opportunities, and owner Mrs. Lasharee Rogers, with several giving 5-star ratings. However, several parents report serious safety concerns including unexplained injuries, non-functional security cameras, staff misconduct, high turnover, and dismissive handling of incidents.

Caring and nurturing staffdevelopmenta
Address
202 Mcgill Avenue, Concord, NC
Phone
(704) 782-4950
Kidds Place Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Kidds Place CDC receives highly polarized reviews. Long-term families praise the affordable pricing, kind staff (particularly owner Brandy), and Christian environment. However, multiple recent reviews report serious concerns about child safety, inadequate staffing ratios, unexplained injuries, and poor incident communication.

Affordable pricinglong-term family retentionowner Brandy praised by supporters
Address
1310 S 10th St, Lillington, NC
Phone
(910) 893-4686
Lawson'S Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Lawson's Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, family-like atmosphere and Ms. Lawson's personal investment in families. However, one parent reported serious concerns about director rudeness and allegations of mental and physical abuse.

Loving and caring environmentprofessional staffMs. Lawson goes above and beyond for families
Address
810 N Main St, Graham, NC
Phone
(336) 570-3132
Kids' Quality Time Childcare #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Parents consistently praise Kids' Quality Time Childcare #2 for its safe, clean environment and caring, attentive staff who genuinely connect with children. Reviews highlight the center's educational approach, communication with parents, and ability to help children feel comfortable and happy. All reviewed parents recommend the facility and report long-term satisfaction, with many having enrolled children for multiple years.

Safe and clean facilitypatient and caring staffstrong child development focus
Address
1001 Springwood Ave, Suite 12, Gibsonville, NC
Phone
(336) 446-0400
Little Bright Minds
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Little Bright Minds receives mixed feedback with positive reviews highlighting caring teachers, clean facilities, and good staffing levels. However, some recent submissions appear to be inquiries rather than substantive reviews.

caring and attentive teachersclean facilityadequate staffing
Address
3564 Chimney Rock Road, Hendersonville, NC
Phone
(828) 435-9146
Kids' Quality Time Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Parents consistently praise Kids' Quality Time Childcare Center for its safe, clean, and welcoming environment with caring, attentive staff. Families report long-term satisfaction with the center, noting their children are happy, well-cared for, and learning while building strong relationships with teachers. The facility is commended for excellent communication and creating a supportive community for both children and parents.

Safe and clean facilitypatient and attentive staffhands-on care
Address
1001 Springwood Avenue, #14, Gibsonville, NC
Phone
(336) 449-5437
Butterfly Kisses Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Butterfly Kisses Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents, who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and educational activities. However, a small number of parents reported serious concerns including lack of supervision, poor health response protocols, and inappropriate child dismissal practices.

Caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilitystructured learning environment
Address
3627 Guess Road, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 477-6477
Hope Valley Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Hope Valley Preschool (Learning Jungle) receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff and a nurturing environment, though recent reviews highlight staffing changes and communication issues that have impacted quality of care. Parents consistently praise individual teachers like Ms. Raven, Ms. Jennifer, and Ms. Miya, but some express concerns about inconsistent service and lack of responsiveness.

caring and compassionate teacherssafe and clean environmenta
Address
1600 W Hwy 54, Durham, NC
Phone
(919) 493-0326
Rockfish Christian Academy Ecdc Central
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Parents overwhelmingly praise Rockfish Christian Academy ECDC Central for its dedicated teachers, strong academic focus, and Christian values-based education. Reviews highlight small class sizes, personalized attention, affordable tuition, and a family-oriented environment. The facility is noted as clean and well-maintained with effective bullying prevention and safety practices.

Amazing teachers and staffsmall classrooms with one-on-one instructionaffordable tuition
Address
7604 Rockfish Road, Raeford, NC
Phone
(910) 848-6000
Mcgill Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

McGill Child Development Center in Concord, NC receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the nurturing staff, individualized attention to children's development, and excellent parent communication through the Brightwheel app. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with many noting successful transitions to kindergarten.

Caring and patient teachersindividualized child attentionstrong parent communication via Brightw
Address
375 George W Liles Parkway Nw, Concord, NC
Phone
(704) 786-6015
Arether'S Little M&M Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

ARETHER'S LITTLE M&M CHILDCARE receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational programs, cleanliness, and genuine connection with children. However, serious safety concerns have been raised regarding unlocked doors, lack of fencing, and inadequate pickup verification procedures.

caring and engaged teachersdaily educational worksheetsclean facility
Address
3377 Cumberland Rd, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 423-1305
Arether'S Little M & M'S Childcare II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Arether's Little M & M's Childcare II receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, clean facility, educational programs, and strong teacher-child connections. However, serious safety concerns have been raised regarding unlocked doors, lack of fencing, and inadequate pickup verification procedures.

caring and engaged staffclean facilityeducational materials and daily worksheets
Address
3389 Cumberland Road, Fayetteville, NC
Phone
(910) 424-1822
Tiny Tot
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
206 1/2 Link Circle, Lexington, NC
Phone
(336) 249-6673
White Oak Children'S Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

White Oak Children's Center II has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise caring staff, good communication, structured routines, and a welcoming Christian environment. Negative reviews cite serious safety concerns including inadequate supervision, hygiene issues, and poor incident investigation.

Caring and passionate staffregular parent communicationstructured daily routines balancing curriculum and play
Address
221 Henderson Drive, Jacksonville, NC
Phone
(910) 455-5626
White Oak Christian Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

White Oak Christian Child Care receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, Christian environment, and strong communication, but several others report serious safety concerns including inadequate supervision, incidents on the playground, and poor investigation protocols.

Caring and friendly staffChristian atmosphereconvenient hours (6:15 AM-6 PM)
Address
5054 Highway 24, Newport, NC
Phone
(252) 393-7808
The Pa-Paw Patch LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

The Pa-Paw Patch LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with six 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, responsive ownership, daily communication, and developmental activities. One reviewer expressed concerns about educational standards based on licensing information, though they did not enroll their family member.

Attentive and nurturing staffresponsive owner present dailyinfant room care
Address
3819 Cat Square Rd, Vale, NC
Phone
(704) 462-2435
Little Gems Child Development Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
1316 North Post Rd, Shelby, NC
Phone
(704) 484-0001
Smart Kids Child Development Center #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

SMART KIDS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER #3 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, child development support, and safe environment. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about billing practices, inadequate meals, and alleged physical abuse by staff.

Caring and professional teacherschild development and learning supportsafe facility with security measures
Address
6215 E Wt Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 568-0450
Holmes Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Holmes Child Care in Chapel Hill receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the staff and care quality, though one parent reported significant concerns. The majority of reviews are highly positive, citing loving staff, child development, and family-oriented environment.

Amazing staffchild developmentfun environment
Address
216 N Roberson St, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 942-5495
The Learning Collaborative
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
3241 Sam Drenan Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 377-8076
Morrison Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Morrison Family YMCA in Charlotte receives mixed to positive feedback. Parents praise the preschool program's talented teachers, communication with families, and facility amenities, but report issues with facility maintenance, staff behavior, and program quality in some areas.

Talented and patient preschool teachersexcellent parent communication with photo/video updatesclean facility
Address
9405 Bryant Farms Road, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 716-4925

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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.