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Best Before or After School Daycare in Camden, NC

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Camden. Average rating: 3.1/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Camden, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.1/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Camden offers 2 licensed before or after school daycare, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 3.1/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Camden

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.

  1. 1
    Success Academy For 3'S And 4'S
    3.7 score
    3.4(5)

    151 Gumberry Road, Camden, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Success Academy receives mixed reviews with strong praise for classroom teachers and director Donna's inclusivity and accommodateness, but significant criticism regarding upper administration professionalism and recent staffing issues that led to unexpected closures and staff departures.

    Inclusive environment for neurodivergent childrenpatient and caring teachers (Nicole and Kim)accommodating director (Donna)kind management
  2. 2
    Precious Gifts Educational Center LLC
    3.4 score
    2.8(5)

    149 Us Highway 158 West, Camden, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Precious Gifts Educational Center has highly polarized reviews. One parent praised the respectful staff and child's learning progress, but four parents reported unprofessional management, unfair billing practices, sudden closures with full charges, discriminatory treatment, and abrupt dismissals of children with little to no notice.

    Respectful staffchildren learn and develop

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Camden

4.5 - 5.0
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4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Camden, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.1avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Camden (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Camden

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Camden, North Carolina

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Camden, North Carolina, making up 50% of the 4 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Camden have an average rating of 3.1 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.1 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Camden

Showing 2 results

Camden County Special Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
175 Nc Highway North 343, Camden, NC
Phone
(252) 331-4838
Grandy Primary After School Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
175 Nc Highway North 343, Camden, NC
Phone
(252) 337-6637

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Camden, North Carolina, out of 4 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Camden have an average Google rating of 3.1 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Camden, 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
Camden offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Camden for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Camden 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.