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Best Before or After School Daycare in Henderson, NC

Compare 8 before or after school daycare in Henderson. Average rating: 4.23/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Henderson, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
8
Avg rating
4.23/5
Parent reviews
39
Top rated (4.5+)
8

Henderson has 8 licensed before or after school daycare with 39 parent reviews averaging 4.23/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 53% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 27536 with 20 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Henderson

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
    Crossroads Christian Preschool
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    583 Old Country Home Road, Henderson, NC · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Crossroads Christian Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the school's academic quality, Bible-based curriculum, and dedicated staff. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and experiencing improved confidence and academic performance. The school fosters a supportive environment with good parent involvement.

    Bible-centered educationquality teachers and staffstrong academicsfun learning environment
  2. 2
    Vance Granville Community College Day Care Center
    3.92 score
    3.9(20)

    200 Poplar Creek Rd, Henderson, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews are not actually about the daycare center but rather about Vance Granville Community College itself. The reviews discuss the college's academic programs, campus facilities, and admissions process rather than childcare services.

    Friendly and professional staffnice campus with security patrolaffordable tuitiondiverse academic programs

Rating Distribution

Based on 15 daycares with Google ratings in Henderson

4.5 - 5.0
8
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.04avg rating
21 daycares · 12 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
8 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Henderson zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2753620
4.32
5
2753710
4
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Henderson (– 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 Henderson based on parent reviews

Crossroads Christian Preschool

5(7)

583 Old Country Home Road, Henderson, NC

Crossroads Christian Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the school's academic quality, Bible-based curriculum, and dedicated staff. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and experiencing improved confidence and academic performance. The school fosters a supportive environment with good parent involvement.

Bible-centered educationquality teachers and staffstrong academics

Kerr Vance Academy

5(1)

700 Vance Academy Road, Henderson, NC

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Daycare types in Henderson

Child Daycare & Preschools 21Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 8

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🎨 Preschools 5✝️ Christian Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Henderson, North Carolina

There are 8 before or after school daycare in Henderson, North Carolina, making up 27% of the 30 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 Henderson have an average rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 15 rated facilities, with 53% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 39 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Henderson, 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 Henderson

Showing 8 results

Crossroads Christian Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
5

Crossroads Christian Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the school's academic quality, Bible-based curriculum, and dedicated staff. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and experiencing improved confidence and academic performance. The school fosters a supportive environment with good parent involvement.

Bible-centered educationquality teachers and staffstrong academics
Address
583 Old Country Home Road, Henderson, NC
Phone
(252) 431-1333
Kerr Vance Academy
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
700 Vance Academy Road, Henderson, NC
Phone
(252) 492-0018
Clarke Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
309 Mt Carmel Church Road, Henderson, NC
Phone
(252) 438-8415
Dabney Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
150 Lanning Road, Henderson, NC
Phone
(252) 438-6918
Lb Yancey Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
311 Hawkins Drive, Henderson, NC
Phone
(252) 438-8336
Eo Young Elementary Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6655 Broad Street, Henderson, NC
Phone
(252) 438-6423
Pinkston Street Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
855 Adams Street, Henderson, NC
Phone
(252) 438-3441
Em Rollins Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1600 S Garnett Street, Henderson, NC
Phone
(252) 438-2189

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 before or after school daycares in Henderson, North Carolina, out of 30 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 Henderson have an average Google rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 15 rated facilities. About 53% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Henderson, 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
Henderson offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 21 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 8 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 Henderson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Henderson 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.