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Best Before or After School Daycare in Pembroke, NC

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Pembroke. Average rating: 4.53/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Pembroke, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.53/5
Parent reviews
32
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Pembroke has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 32 parent reviews averaging 4.53/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 67% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 28372 zip code, averaging 4.53 stars across 15 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pembroke

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
    Island Grove Baptist Christian Daycare
    4.31 score
    4.4(17)

    6045 Highway 710, Pembroke, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Island Grove Baptist Christian Daycare receives consistently high praise from families. Parents highlight exceptional staff engagement, particularly administrator Mr. Rodney's communication and hands-on involvement, as well as a welcoming, faith-based environment where children feel safe and loved.

    Responsive and communicative leadershipcaring and dedicated staffhands-on teacher involvementwarm and welcoming community
  2. 2
    Riverwood Pre-Elementary
    2.95 score
    2.3(8)

    26 All Angels Way, Pembroke, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Riverwood Pre-Elementary has experienced a dramatic decline since new ownership took over in January 2024. Parents report serious concerns including poor supervision, unprofessional management, safety issues, inconsistent communication, and unethical billing practices. Multiple parents noted the facility was previously well-regarded but has become untrustworthy under current management.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Pembroke

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4avg rating
8 daycares · 7 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Pembroke zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2837215
4.53
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Pembroke (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Pembroke

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 4Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Pembroke, North Carolina

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Pembroke, North Carolina, making up 13% of the 15 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 Pembroke have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 32 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Pembroke, 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 Pembroke

Showing 2 results

Union Chapel Primetime
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4271 Union Chapel Road, Pembroke, NC
Phone
(910) 521-4456
Union Chapel Elem Ecp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4271 Union Chapel Road, Pembroke, NC
Phone
(910) 521-4456

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Pembroke, North Carolina, out of 15 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 Pembroke have an average Google rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Pembroke, 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
Pembroke offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 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 Pembroke for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Pembroke 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.