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Best Before or After School Daycare in Knightdale, NC

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Knightdale. Average rating: 3.82/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Knightdale, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.82/5
Parent reviews
120
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Knightdale has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 120 parent reviews averaging 3.82/5.The largest concentration is in 27545 with 11 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Knightdale

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
    Knightdale Station Preschool
    4.4 score
    4.6(10)

    710 Lightrail Drive, Knightdale, NC · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Knightdale Station Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most reporting excellent staff, welcoming environment, and smooth transitions from other daycares. Parents consistently praise the new facility, communication through daily app updates, and their children's happiness and development. One parent left a negative review without details.

    Friendly and welcoming staffwelcoming director (Amanda)smooth transitions for childrennew and clean facility
  2. 2
    Cathy Lee Child Development Center INC.
    3.92 score
    3.9(20)

    529 Bethlehem Road, Knightdale, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Falls Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, dedicated staff and clean, welcoming environment. Parents highlight strong communication through daily updates and the personal attention teachers give to each child's development. The owners and directors are noted as involved, understanding, and committed to quality care.

    Loving and dedicated staffclean and safe facilityexcellent communication via app and daily updatesdevelopmental support for children
  3. 3
    Touched By An Angel Open Arms Child Care Center
    3.84 score
    3.8(20)

    1005 A-Big Oak Court, Knightdale, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Touched by an Angel Open Arms Child Care Center for its caring, knowledgeable staff and warm, loving environment. Children show strong developmental progress and engagement in both learning and social-emotional growth. The facility is described as providing exceptional quality childcare with reasonable pricing.

    Caring and friendly staffstrong educational focusindividualized child developmentdaily communication with parents (messages and pictures)
  4. 4
    Widewaters Learning Center
    3.68 score
    3.6(20)

    9565 Village Park Drive, Knightdale, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Widewaters Learning Center for warm, nurturing, and consistent staff who provide quality care. The center is noted for strong leadership, effective communication through their mobile app, engaging educational activities, and creating a welcoming environment. Parents report high satisfaction and peace of mind leaving their children in the center's care.

    Caring and consistent staffstrong leadership and director involvementengaging educational activities (scienceart

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Knightdale

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
4
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.58avg rating
8 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.6avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Knightdale zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2754511
3.82
1

Facility Sizes

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

Knightdale Station Preschool

4.6(10)

710 Lightrail Drive, Knightdale, NC

Knightdale Station Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most reporting excellent staff, welcoming environment, and smooth transitions from other daycares. Parents consistently praise the new facility, communication through daily app updates, and their children's happiness and development. One parent left a negative review without details.

Friendly and welcoming staffwelcoming director (Amanda)smooth transitions for children

Map

Daycare types in Knightdale

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Knightdale, North Carolina

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Knightdale, North Carolina, making up 18% of the 11 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 Knightdale have an average rating of 3.82 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 17% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 120 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Knightdale, 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 Knightdale

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Knightdale Station Preschool
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

Knightdale Station Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most reporting excellent staff, welcoming environment, and smooth transitions from other daycares. Parents consistently praise the new facility, communication through daily app updates, and their children's happiness and development. One parent left a negative review without details.

Friendly and welcoming staffwelcoming director (Amanda)smooth transitions for children
Address
710 Lightrail Drive, Knightdale, NC
Phone
(919) 752-6883
Hodge Road Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2128 Mingo Bluff Blvd, Knightdale, NC
Phone
(919) 266-8599

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Knightdale, North Carolina, out of 11 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 Knightdale have an average Google rating of 3.82 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 17% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Knightdale, 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
Knightdale offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Knightdale for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Knightdale 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.