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Licensed Daycare in Charlotte, North Carolina

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Charlotte, North Carolina?

Our directory lists 125 licensed childcare centers in Charlotte, North Carolina, sourced from NC Division of Child Development and Early Education. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Charlotte?

Statewide averages in North Carolina run roughly $980/month for infants and $750/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Charlotte?

North Carolina families can apply for NC Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (919) 814-6300). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

125 licensed daycares in Charlotte, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official North Carolina licensing records.

125

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$980/mo

North Carolina avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Charlotte

ChildCare Aware reports the North Carolina average full-time cost at $980/month for infant care and $750/month for preschool. City-level prices in Charlotte vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. North Carolina families may also qualify for NC Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (919) 814-6300).

Full North Carolina licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: NC Division of Child Development and Early Education
Infant ratio: 1:5
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:15
Avg capacity: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

28226 30 28211 11 28217 10 28215 9 28210 9 28262 8 28205 8 28202 7

Program types in Charlotte

Preschool

16 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

Before & After School Care

16 centers

Montessori

15 centers

All Charlotte licensed centers

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A Preschool

ABC Academy Charlotte #82

Charlotte

Preschool (2-5) Cap 104

A Before/After School

ABC Academy Greenville #156

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 105

A Family Daycare

ABC Academy Raleigh #248

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 18

A Infant Care

Active Kids Cary #281

Charlotte

Preschool (2-5) Cap 53

A Group Care

Active Kids Raleigh #265

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 77

A Licensed Center

Active Kids Winston-Salem #115

Charlotte

Infants & Toddlers Cap 87

C Group Care

Cary ABC Childcare #293

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 77

C Preschool

Cary Bright Beginnings #294

Charlotte

Preschool (2-5) Cap 18

C Head Start

Cary Bright Futures Daycare #287

Charlotte

2 years - 12 years Cap 55

C Family Daycare

Cary Childcare Academy #284

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 85

C Before/After School

Cary Children's Place #296

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 70

C Group Care

Cary Discovery Preschool #301

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 56

C Family Daycare

Cary Early Learning Center #292

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 49

C Head Start

Cary Generations Daycare #279

Charlotte

2 years - 12 years Cap 94

C Infant Care

Cary Kids First Academy #289

Charlotte

Preschool (2-5) Cap 99

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Charlotte, North Carolina?

Our directory lists 125 licensed childcare centers in Charlotte, North Carolina, sourced from NC Division of Child Development and Early Education. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Charlotte?

Statewide averages in North Carolina run roughly $980/month for infants and $750/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Charlotte daycares?

All licensed North Carolina centers must meet the state minimum: 1:5 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:15 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Charlotte typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Charlotte?

North Carolina families can apply for NC Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (919) 814-6300). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Charlotte daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official NC Division of Child Development and Early Education search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.