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Best Before or After School Daycare in Swansboro, NC

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Swansboro. Average rating: 3.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Swansboro, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.75/5
Parent reviews
65
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Swansboro has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 65 parent reviews averaging 3.75/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Swansboro

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
    Swansboro United Methodist Childcare
    3.92 score
    3.9(20)

    665 West Corbett Avenue, Swansboro, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Note: These reviews are for Swansboro United Methodist Church, not specifically for the childcare center. Reviews consistently praise the church community as welcoming, supportive, and spiritually fulfilling with strong programming for all ages including children and youth.

    Welcoming and inclusive communitystrong youth programs (youth groupVBSmission trips)
  2. 2
    Excel Xi
    3.68 score
    3.6(20)

    168 Queen'S Creek Road, Swansboro, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    EXCEL XI in Swansboro consistently receives 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, experienced teaching staff and strong management. Parents highlight the clean facilities, excellent communication, security measures, and the noticeable developmental progress their children make. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel confident about their child's safety and well-being.

    caring and attentive teachersnurturing environmentchild development and growthstrong communication with parents

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Swansboro

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

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.6avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

3.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Swansboro zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
285845
3.75
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Swansboro (– 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 Swansboro

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Swansboro, North Carolina

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Swansboro, 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 Swansboro have an average rating of 3.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 3.9 stars. Our analysis covers 65 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Swansboro, 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 Swansboro

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Queens Creek Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
159 Queens Creek Road, Swansboro, NC
Phone
(910) 326-5115

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Swansboro, 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 Swansboro have an average Google rating of 3.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Swansboro, 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
Swansboro offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 Swansboro for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Swansboro 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.