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Best Before or After School Daycare in Stanley, NC

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Stanley. Average rating: 4.23/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Stanley, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.23/5
Parent reviews
25
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Stanley has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 25 parent reviews averaging 4.23/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stanley

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
    The Grace School Child Development Center
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    15448 Lucia Riverbend Highway, Stanley, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The Grace School receives universal 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, involved ownership, and educational curriculum. Parents report their children are happy, learning well, and transitioning successfully to school. The facility is described as providing a welcoming, supportive atmosphere free from negative influences.

    caring and warm staffinvolved ownerstrong educational curriculumchildren learning and progressing
  2. 2
    First Baptist Day Care Center
    4.35 score
    4.6(7)

    409 Old Mt Holly Road, Stanley, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    First Baptist Day Care Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the facilities, community involvement, and welcoming atmosphere. However, reviews appear to focus more on church activities than daycare services. One reviewer expressed disappointment with the spiritual environment.

    Nice facilitiescommunity-orientedhosts various events and activitieswelcoming atmosphere
  3. 3
    Tiny Tot Child Development Center
    3.35 score
    3.1(13)

    580 N C Hwy 27 South, Stanley, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Tiny Tot Child Development Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, clean facility, and loving environment for their children. However, two negative reviews cite poor management communication and concerns about staff behavior toward children.

    caring and attentive staffclean facilityengaging activities for childrenwelcoming environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Stanley

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.05avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Stanley (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Stanley

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Stanley, North Carolina

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Stanley, North Carolina, making up 25% of the 4 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 Stanley have an average rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 25 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Stanley, 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 Stanley

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Springfield Elementary Pre-Kindergarten Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
900 South Main Street, Stanley, NC
Phone
(704) 263-4091

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Stanley, North Carolina, out of 4 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 Stanley have an average Google rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Stanley, 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
Stanley offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Stanley for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Stanley 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.