How do I choose the right daycare in Waynesville?

When choosing a daycare in Waynesville, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with North Carolina's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Carolina) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What types of daycare are available in Waynesville?

Waynesville offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Headstart Programs — 2 facilities Church Daycare — 5 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Church Daycare in Waynesville, North Carolina (5 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in North Carolina?

Daycare costs in North Carolina typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Waynesville for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Waynesville

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

First United Methodist Child Development Center

4.64 score

4.8(20)

566 S Haywood Street, Waynesville, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

This facility received no actual parent reviews about its daycare services. All reviews reference the affiliated First United Methodist Church, praising its worship services, community involvement, and programs. No information is available about the child development center specifically.

Church community described as welcoming and caringstrong music programsmultiple service optionsactive in hurricane relief and community outreach

Dellwood Baptist Child Enrichment Center

4.55 score

4.8(11)

115 Hall Drive, Waynesville, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Dellwood Baptist Child Enrichment Center is a religious facility that receives consistently positive feedback for its welcoming atmosphere and spiritual environment. Parents and visitors praise the compassionate congregation, community events, and faith-centered approach. The facility appears to create a warm, inclusive experience for families.

Welcoming and friendly staffstrong spiritual atmospherecommunity eventscompassionate people

Kid Zone

4.15 score

4.2(15)

333 Access Road, Waynesville, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

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 facilitiesgood communication with parents

Long'S Chapel Child Enrichment Center

4.08 score

4.1(20)

133 Old Clyde Rd, Waynesville, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Long's Chapel Child Enrichment Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight professional and caring staff, clean facilities, strong communication, meals provided, and individualized attention to children's development and needs.

Professional and caring staffclean facilityexcellent communication with parents (photos and updates)reasonable pricing

Church Daycare in Waynesville, North Carolina

There are 5 church daycare in Waynesville, North Carolina, making up 26% of the 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Waynesville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 5 church daycare daycares in Waynesville, North Carolina, out of 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Waynesville, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with North Carolina's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Carolina)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Waynesville offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
Church Daycare — 5 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities

Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare costs in North Carolina typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Waynesville for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Waynesville must be licensed by North Carolina's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

5 Church Daycare in Waynesville, North Carolina

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Waynesville

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First United Methodist Child Development Center

Dellwood Baptist Child Enrichment Center

Long'S Chapel Child Enrichment Center

First Baptist Children'S Center

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