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Licensed Daycare in Cleveland, North Carolina

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

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 Cleveland?

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 .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$980/mo

North Carolina avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Cleveland

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 Cleveland 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: 45 kids

ZIP codes covered

27013 5

Program types in Cleveland

Montessori School

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Cleveland licensed centers

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C Head Start

Charlotte Kids First Academy #443

Cleveland

2 years - 12 years Cap 18

H Montessori

High Point KinderSmile #26

Cleveland

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 65

J Infant Care

Jumping Jacks Fayetteville #165

Cleveland

Preschool (2-5) Cap 63

L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Greensboro #304

Cleveland

School Age (5+) Cap 60

T Licensed Center

Tiny Tots of Asheville #203

Cleveland

Infants & Toddlers Cap 21

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

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

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

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Cleveland, 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 Cleveland?

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 Cleveland 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 Cleveland typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Cleveland?

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 Cleveland 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.