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Licensed Daycare in Jacksonville, North Carolina

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

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 Jacksonville?

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 .

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$980/mo

North Carolina avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Jacksonville

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 Jacksonville 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: 73 kids

ZIP codes covered

28546 8 28540 8 1

Program types in Jacksonville

Licensed Group Child Care Home

2 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

All Jacksonville licensed centers

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A Before/After School

ABC Academy Asheville #8

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 88

A Licensed Center

Active Kids Winston-Salem #283

Jacksonville

Infants & Toddlers Cap 112

C Infant Care

Charlotte Discovery Preschool #245

Jacksonville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 41

C Family Daycare

Charlotte Little Scholars #248

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 77

F Group Care

First Steps Asheville #5

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 89

G Montessori

Greensboro Sunflower Daycare #106

Jacksonville

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 86

G Head Start

Growing Minds Wilmington #147

Jacksonville

2 years - 12 years Cap 18

L Group Care

Little Genius Greensboro #109

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 34

W Family Daycare

Wilmington Early Learning Center #144

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 82

W Preschool

Winston-Salem Childcare Academy #286

Jacksonville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 105

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

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

Our directory lists 10 licensed childcare centers in Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville?

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 Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Jacksonville?

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 Jacksonville 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.