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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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Kiddie Academy Of Holly Springs
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Kiddie Academy of Holly Springs for its attentive and skilled staff, quality before/after school and camp programs, and effective learning environment. Multiple families report children advancing academically and being happy to attend, with several parents noting they wish they had enrolled sooner or plan to recommend it to others.

Professional and personal staff attentionacademic advancement and learning outcomesbefore/after school programs
Address
150 Rosewood Centre Drive, Holly Springs, NC
Phone
(919) 367-0088
Kindercare Learning Centers LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise CaryTowne KinderCare for its caring, knowledgeable staff and structured curriculum that promotes child development. Director Danielle and her team are highlighted for excellent communication, going above and beyond for families, and creating a safe, loving environment. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting high parent satisfaction.

Knowledgeable and caring staffstructured curriculumstrong child development outcomes
Address
1118 E Maynard Road, Cary, NC
Phone
(919) 469-0866
The Goddard School Of Apex
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Goddard School of Apex for its nurturing environment, caring staff, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent communication, low staff turnover, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Families report significant child development in academic, social, and emotional areas.

Caring and experienced teachersstrong communication with parentslow staff turnover
Address
903 Olive Chapel Road, Apex, NC
Phone
(919) 362-3999
Aycock Elementary Pre K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
305 Carey Chapel Raod, Henderson, NC
Phone
(252) 492-1516
Northside Elementary Prek
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
350 Caldwell St, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 918-2153
The Goddard School Of Chapel Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Chapel Hill receives consistently positive feedback from parents. They praise the caring and dedicated staff, strong communication through daily updates and photos, engaging curriculum including art, music, Spanish, and ASL, and extended hours (7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) that accommodate working parents. Children show significant developmental progress and excitement about attending.

Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-parent communication with app updatesclean and safe facilities
Address
1162 Mlk Jr Blvd, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 933-9022
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience in Chapel Hill for its warm, caring staff and loving environment where children thrive. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and long-term clients report children are excited to attend daily. The center is noted for professional handling of special needs, individualized attention, and effective communication with parents.

Warm and welcoming staffprofessional and patient teachersindividualized care
Address
501 E Barbee Chapel Road, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone
(919) 442-0515
Stony Point Elementary Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
311 Stony Point School Road, Stony Point, NC
Phone
(828) 244-5615
Wittenburg Elementary Before / After School Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7300 Church Road, Taylorsville, NC
Phone
(828) 635-1098
Ellendale Elementary Before/After School Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
175 Ellendale Park Lane, Taylorsville, NC
Phone
(828) 622-0042
Alexander Central High School Child Development Ce
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
223 School Street, Taylorsville, NC
Phone
(828) 632-7063
Grove Park Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
141 Trail One, Burlington, NC
Phone
(336) 570-6115
Hillcrest Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1714 West Davis Street, Burlington, NC
Phone
(336) 570-6120
Pleasant Grove Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2847 Pleasant Grove School Rd, Burlington, NC
Phone
(336) 421-3701
Marvin B Smith Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2235 Delany Drive, Burlington, NC
Phone
(336) 570-6140
Em Yoder Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
301 N Charles Street, Mebane, NC
Phone
(919) 563-3722
Childcare Network #78
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Childcare Network #78 for its caring, attentive staff and warm, welcoming environment. The center is recognized for supporting children with diverse needs, including those on the autism spectrum, and for fostering educational and social development through play-based learning. Multiple parents report feeling confident and comfortable leaving their children in the center's care.

Compassionate and dedicated staffpersonalized attention to each childsupportive of children with special needs
Address
827 S Sellers Mill Rd, Burlington, NC
Phone
(336) 226-7362
Alexander Wilson Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2518 Nc 54, Graham, NC
Phone
(336) 578-1366
F.A.C.B. Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
639 South Eighth St, Mebane, NC
Phone
(919) 563-5571
Harvey Newlin Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
316 Carden Street, Burlington, NC
Phone
(336) 570-6125
Love-A-Lot Day Care & Preschool INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
721 N Fisher St, Burlington, NC
Phone
(336) 228-8157
4-H Ashe County Middle School Afterschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
255 Norhtwest Ln, Warrensville, NC
Phone
(336) 384-1559
Sunny View School Pre K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
86 Sunny View School Road, Mill Spring, NC
Phone
(828) 625-4530
Perquimans Central Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
181 Winfall Blvd, Winfall, NC
Phone
(252) 426-5332
Burgaw Elementary School-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
400 North Wright Street, Burgaw, NC
Phone
(910) 259-7603
Malpass Corner Elementary School-Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4992 Malpass Corner Road, Burgaw, NC
Phone
(910) 259-7603
Bethel Elementary Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
210 East Washington Street, Bethel, NC
Phone
(252) 825-3801
Roxboro Christian Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
640 Johnson Street, Roxboro, NC
Phone
(336) 599-0208
Ray Childers Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1183 Cape Hickory Road, Hickory, NC
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Dorothy J. Vaughan Asep
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8601 Old Concord Rd, Charlotte, NC
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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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.