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Best Before or After School Daycare in Hudson, NC

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Hudson. Average rating: 3.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hudson, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
3.5/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Hudson has 3 licensed before or after school daycare with 29 parent reviews averaging 3.5/5.The largest concentration is in 28638 with 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hudson

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
    Little Cubs Daycare
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    493 Pine Mountain Rd, Hudson, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Little Cubs Daycare receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, owner Nicole, and safe, welcoming environment. Parents consistently report their children love attending and feel like family. The facility offers flexible services including full-time care, drop-in childcare, summer camps, and after-school programs.

    Caring and attentive staffowner Nicole's involvement and leadershipsafe and clean environmentchildren eager to attend

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Hudson

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.13avg rating
7 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Hudson zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2863810
3.5
3

Facility Sizes

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

South Caldwell Day Care

5

7035 Spartan Dr, Hudson, NC

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Daycare types in Hudson

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Before or After School Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Hudson, North Carolina

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Hudson, North Carolina, making up 30% of the 10 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 Hudson have an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hudson, 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 Hudson

Showing 3 results

South Caldwell Day Care
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
7035 Spartan Dr, Hudson, NC
Phone
(828) 396-2188
Hudson Elementary Wraparound
Before or After School Daycare
Address
200 Roy E Coffey Drive, Hudson, NC
Phone
(828) 728-8407
Hudson Elementary Developmental Day Center
Before or After School Daycare
Address
200 Roy E Coffey Drive, Hudson, NC
Phone
(828) 728-3712

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Hudson, North Carolina, out of 10 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 Hudson have an average Google rating of 3.5 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hudson, 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
Hudson offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Hudson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hudson 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.