Best Before or After School Daycare in Raleigh, NC
Compare 18 before or after school daycare in Raleigh. Average rating: 4.34/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Raleigh, North Carolina at a glance
- Programs
- 18
- Avg rating
- 4.34/5
- Parent reviews
- 1,630
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 63
Raleigh has 18 licensed before or after school daycare with 1,630 parent reviews averaging 4.34/5.63 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 57% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 27613 (avg 5 stars), while 27604 has the largest selection (20 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Raleigh
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.
- 1Guru Academy INC.4.79 score5(19)
3922 Buffaloe Road, Raleigh, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Guru Academy is highly praised by parents for its strong academic focus combined with genuine care from staff and owners. Children show enthusiasm for attending, demonstrate rapid learning progress, and form positive relationships with teachers. Parents consistently report their children are thriving both educationally and emotionally.
Academic excellencecaring and patient staffowners genuinely invested in children's developmentchildren eager to attend - 2Temple Beth Or Preschool4.78 score5(18)
5315 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Temple Beth Or Preschool receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents surveyed. Parents consistently praise the nurturing teachers, strong academic preparation, inclusive community, and warm environment where children thrive both academically and socially.
Dedicated and nurturing teachersstrong academic curriculum aligned with Jewish valuesinclusive community welcoming to all familieschildren excited to attend - 3Denise'S Learn And Play4.74 score5(14)
1020 Penselwood Drive, Raleigh, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Denise's Learn and Play for its caring, attentive staff led by Ashley, with children showing strong academic and social development. Families appreciate the home-based environment, transparent communication, reasonable rates, and the staff's genuine affection for the children. Many parents have kept their children enrolled for multiple years and recommend the facility highly.
Caring and attentive staffstructured preschool curriculumeducational activities (plantsshapes - 4Primrose School Of Hilburn4.71 score5(12)
6941 Hilburn Dr, Raleigh, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Primrose School of Hilburn in Raleigh receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, professional staff and quality curriculum. Parents report their children are excited to attend, develop strong skills, and receive individualized attention and support. The school is commended for its responsive communication, developmental focus, and long-tenured staff.
caring and loving staffresponsive communicationstrong curriculumchild develop - 5The Goddard School-Raleigh Ridge Rd4.64 score4.8(20)
1215 Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise The Goddard School for its caring, invested teachers who help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The school is noted for excellent communication, safety, community atmosphere, and successful transitions for children of all ages. Parents report high satisfaction with classroom management, special events, and the overall quality of care.
Caring and attentive teacherssafe environmentstrong communication with parentschild development progress - 6Mount Peace Child Development Center4.64 score4.8(20)
1601 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
No reviews of this daycare center were found. The reviews provided are for Mount Peace Baptist Church, not the Mount Peace Child Development Center daycare. Unable to provide accurate summary of parent experiences with the childcare facility.
None mentioned - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare - 7Cornerstone Learning Center4.64 score4.8(20)
9725 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, NC · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Cornerstone Learning Center receives universal praise from parents who report their children are thriving academically and emotionally. Parents consistently highlight the caring, engaged staff, effective communication through apps and updates, and strong learning outcomes. Multiple families express relief about their children's development and readiness for kindergarten.
Caring and engaged teachersresponsive communication with parentsstrong academic and social de - 8Rainbow Child Care Center - Falls Of Neuse4.64 score4.8(20)
1590 Dunn Road, Raleigh, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Rainbow Child Care Center (Falls Lake KinderCare) in Raleigh receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, strong leadership, clean facilities, and structured educational programs. Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere, individualized attention to children, nutritious meals provided, and seamless transitions for children moving from other facilities. The center is noted for going above and beyond expectations in both childcare and educational support.
Attentive and loving staffstrong leadership (Director Michelle/Shaneek and Assistant Directors)clean and well-maintained facilitiesorganized classrooms - 9Asbury Preschool4.62 score5(8)
6612 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Asbury Preschool receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, invested teachers and fun, engaging learning environment. Parents report their children develop strong foundational skills, social abilities, and enthusiasm for learning while feeling well-prepared for kindergarten. The facility fosters a family-like community atmosphere that parents value long-term.
Caring and invested teachersfun and engaging learning methodsstrong skill developmentgood teacher-to-student ratios - 10Childworks INC.4.6 score4.8(15)
6215 Litchford Rd, Raleigh, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Childworks Inc. for its warm, nurturing environment and caring staff. The facility is noted for excellent communication with families, strong leadership under the director, and individual attention to children's development. Multiple long-term families credit the center with supporting their children's growth and confidence.
Caring and engaged staffstrong communication with parents (photos and updates)individual attention to each child
Rating Distribution
Based on 110 daycares with Google ratings in Raleigh
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 1,630 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Raleigh, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Raleigh zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27613 | 10 | 5 | 3 | |
| 27616 | 14 | 4.92 | 6 | |
| 27617 | 5 | 4.65 | 2 | |
| 27612 | 10 | 4.58 | 3 | |
| 27603 | 13 | 4.56 | 7 | |
| 27615 | 19 | 4.51 | 7 | |
| 27604 | 20 | 4.42 | 8 | |
| 27614 | 7 | 4.41 | 4 | |
| 27607 | 8 | 4.33 | 3 | |
| 27601 | 7 | 4.32 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Raleigh (– children)
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up to 30 children
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76–150 children
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Raleigh based on parent reviews
The Goddard School-Raleigh Ridge Rd
1215 Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC
Parents consistently praise The Goddard School for its caring, invested teachers who help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The school is noted for excellent communication, safety, community atmosphere, and successful transitions for children of all ages. Parents report high satisfaction with classroom management, special events, and the overall quality of care.
Cornerstone Learning Center
9725 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, NC
Cornerstone Learning Center receives universal praise from parents who report their children are thriving academically and emotionally. Parents consistently highlight the caring, engaged staff, effective communication through apps and updates, and strong learning outcomes. Multiple families express relief about their children's development and readiness for kindergarten.
Upper Room Christian Academy
3330 Idlewood Village Dr, Raleigh, NC
Note: The reviews provided are for Upper Room Church of God in Christ, a religious organization, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's worship experience, leadership under Bishop Wooden, welcoming atmosphere, and biblical teachings. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings.
A Safe Place Early Learning Center
201 Clarendon Crescent, Raleigh, NC
Project Enlightenment
501 S Boylan Avenue, Raleigh, NC
Parents highlight the transformative impact of the speech, occupational, and behavioral therapy provided to young children, noting significant improvements in functional language and social skills. Reviewers frequently commend the staff for their kindness, expertise, and compassionate approach, with specific praise for case managers who are responsive and caring.
Faith Assembly Christian Child Development Center
821 S New Hope Rd, Suite 105, Raleigh, NC
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Before or After School Daycare in Raleigh, North Carolina
There are 18 before or after school daycare in Raleigh, North Carolina, making up 10% of the 177 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 Raleigh have an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 across 110 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.54 stars. Our analysis covers 1,630 parent reviews. Parents in Raleigh most frequently praise daycares for safe environment, clean facility, and children excited to attend.
When choosing a daycare in Raleigh, 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 Raleigh
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- Address
- 201 Clarendon Crescent, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 899-3536
Parents consistently praise The Goddard School for its caring, invested teachers who help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The school is noted for excellent communication, safety, community atmosphere, and successful transitions for children of all ages. Parents report high satisfaction with classroom management, special events, and the overall quality of care.
- Address
- 1215 Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 578-8883
Cornerstone Learning Center receives universal praise from parents who report their children are thriving academically and emotionally. Parents consistently highlight the caring, engaged staff, effective communication through apps and updates, and strong learning outcomes. Multiple families express relief about their children's development and readiness for kindergarten.
- Address
- 9725 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 557-6776
Note: The reviews provided are for Upper Room Church of God in Christ, a religious organization, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's worship experience, leadership under Bishop Wooden, welcoming atmosphere, and biblical teachings. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings.
- Address
- 3330 Idlewood Village Dr, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 829-6250
Parents highlight the transformative impact of the speech, occupational, and behavioral therapy provided to young children, noting significant improvements in functional language and social skills. Reviewers frequently commend the staff for their kindness, expertise, and compassionate approach, with specific praise for case managers who are responsive and caring.
- Address
- 501 S Boylan Avenue, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 856-7774
- Address
- 821 S New Hope Rd, Suite 105, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 231-0777
Feedback for Word of God Christian Day Care is mixed, with one parent highlighting positive experiences regarding quality care, communication, and affordability, while another criticizes the enrollment process for lacking in-person interaction and having unanswered calls. A third review focuses on the church's spiritual atmosphere rather than specific childcare operations.
- Address
- 3000 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 834-1141
- Address
- 1520 E Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 850-8700
- Address
- 5018 Dillard Drive, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 233-4200
- Address
- 9425 Baileywick Road, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 518-0090
- Address
- 10225 Chambers Rd, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 694-8752
- Address
- 3591 Tarheel Club Rd, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 694-0222
- Address
- 3925 Barwell Rd, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 661-5405
- Address
- 3707 Marsh Creek Rd, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 850-8738
- Address
- 8808 Old Stage Road, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 662-2472
- Address
- 204 Dixie Trail, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 856-7699
- Address
- 1601 Lynn Road, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 870-4074
The Children's Place in Raleigh receives exclusively positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, family-like environment and quality of staff. Parents consistently highlight significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas, with many families enrolling multiple children over several years.
- Address
- 7100 Holly Springs Road, Raleigh, NC
- Phone
- (919) 851-3553
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