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Best Before or After School Daycare in Shallotte, NC

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Shallotte. Average rating: 4.55/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Shallotte, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.55/5
Parent reviews
36
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Shallotte has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 36 parent reviews averaging 4.55/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shallotte

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
    For Kids Only Child Development Center INC.
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    344 Mulberry Road, Shallotte, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    For Kids Only Child Development Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, stable staff and quality educational programs. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with strong preparation for kindergarten and a family-like atmosphere. The center is consistently recommended as the best childcare option in the area.

    Caring and dedicated stafflow staff turnoverchildren feel loved and specialexcellent pre-K program
  2. 2
    Tiny Tots
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    270 Union School Road, Shallotte, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Tiny Tots receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and attentive staff, welcoming environment, and individualized attention to children's needs. Parents report their children feel safe, comfortable, and are learning and developing well. The owner and management are noted as actively involved and accessible.

    caring and loving staffsafe environmentindividual attention to children's needshelps with separation anxiety
  3. 3
    The Kids Connection
    4 score
    4(5)

    4929 Old Shallotte Road, Shallotte, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The Kids Connection receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, cleanliness, safety, and quality meals. However, one parent disputed the facility's decision to permanently terminate their child after an alleged incident on the transport van, citing lack of witnessed evidence and no opportunity for remediation.

    Caring and loving staff and ownerssafe environmentclean facilityquality meals

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Shallotte

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
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Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.55avg rating
4 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Shallotte (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Daycare types in Shallotte

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Shallotte, North Carolina

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Shallotte, North Carolina, making up 20% of the 5 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 Shallotte have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.55 stars. Our analysis covers 36 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Shallotte, 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 Shallotte

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Southeastern Christian Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
19 Sw Red Bug Road, Shallotte, NC
Phone
(910) 754-2389

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Shallotte, North Carolina, out of 5 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 Shallotte have an average Google rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Shallotte, 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
Shallotte offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Shallotte for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Shallotte 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.