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Best Before or After School Daycare in Franklin, NC

Compare 7 before or after school daycare in Franklin. Average rating: 4.18/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Franklin, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.18/5
Parent reviews
46
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Franklin has 7 licensed before or after school daycare with 46 parent reviews averaging 4.18/5.The largest concentration is in 28734 with 15 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Franklin

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
    Ready Set Go Preschool Program
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    855 Addington Bridge Rd, Franklin, NC · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Ready Set Go Preschool Program in Franklin, NC consistently receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and high-quality curriculum. Parents report their children develop strong academic skills, social maturity, and a genuine love of learning that prepares them well for kindergarten and beyond.

    Caring and professional teachersstrong academic curriculumbalanced approach combining structured learning with playexcellent parent communication
  2. 2
    Covenant Child Care
    4.45 score
    4.7(9)

    265 Belleview Park Road, Franklin, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Covenant Child Care is a religious facility in Franklin, NC with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality childcare staff, and responsive administration. The facility is described as inclusive and family-oriented with an emphasis on Christian values.

    Amazing childcare staffteachers are fun and engagingresponsive administrationwelcoming and inclusive community
  3. 3
    New Horizons Center For Children And Families
    3.92 score
    3.9(20)

    82 East Orchard View Dr, Franklin, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    New Horizons Center for Children and Families in Franklin, NC receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews rate the center 5 stars, with parents highlighting excellent teacher quality, clear communication, and a friendly, safe environment. Parents report their children learn well and thrive at the facility.

    Excellent teachersclear communicationfriendly environmentsafe facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Franklin

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.47avg rating
8 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
7 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Franklin zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2873415
4.08
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Franklin (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Franklin based on parent reviews

Ready Set Go Preschool Program

5(12)

855 Addington Bridge Rd, Franklin, NC

Ready Set Go Preschool Program in Franklin, NC consistently receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and high-quality curriculum. Parents report their children develop strong academic skills, social maturity, and a genuine love of learning that prepares them well for kindergarten and beyond.

Caring and professional teachersstrong academic curriculumbalanced approach combining structured learning with play

Great Beginnings Lutheran Pre-School

5(1)

38 Wayah St, Franklin, NC

One parent describes this program as top-notch, highlighting the teachers' compassion, patience, and kindness. They consider it the best pre-k program available and offer a strong recommendation.

compassionate teacherspatient teacherskind teachers

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Daycare types in Franklin

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 7

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Before or After School Daycare in Franklin, North Carolina

There are 7 before or after school daycare in Franklin, North Carolina, making up 44% of the 16 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 Franklin have an average rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 46 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Franklin, 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 Franklin

Showing 7 results

Great Beginnings Lutheran Pre-School
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent describes this program as top-notch, highlighting the teachers' compassion, patience, and kindness. They consider it the best pre-k program available and offer a strong recommendation.

compassionate teacherspatient teacherskind teachers
Address
38 Wayah St, Franklin, NC
Phone
(828) 369-2411
Ready Set Go Preschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
5

Ready Set Go Preschool Program in Franklin, NC consistently receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and high-quality curriculum. Parents report their children develop strong academic skills, social maturity, and a genuine love of learning that prepares them well for kindergarten and beyond.

Caring and professional teachersstrong academic curriculumbalanced approach combining structured learning with play
Address
855 Addington Bridge Rd, Franklin, NC
Phone
(828) 369-0796
Macon County School Vip Program South Macon School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
855 Addington Bridge Road, Franklin, NC
Phone
(828) 369-0796
Macon County School Vip Program East Franklin Scho
Before or After School Daycare
Address
100 Watauga Street, Franklin, NC
Phone
(828) 524-3216
Macon County Schools Vip Program Cartoogechaye Sch
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3295 Old Murphy Road, Franklin, NC
Phone
(828) 524-4414
Up Up And Away - Cartoogechaye School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3295 Old Murphy Rd, Franklin, NC
Phone
(828) 524-2845
Trimont Christian Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
98 Promise Lane, Franklin, NC
Phone
(828) 369-6756

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 before or after school daycares in Franklin, North Carolina, out of 16 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 Franklin have an average Google rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Franklin, 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
Franklin offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Franklin for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Franklin 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.