Licensed Daycare in North Carolina
Search 4,108 verified daycare and childcare centers across North Carolina, sourced directly from NC Division of Child Development and Early Education . Filter by age group, program type, and subsidy acceptance — no signup.
North Carolina Childcare Licensing
In North Carolina, all child care centers serving children outside the family home are required to be licensed by the NC Division of Child Development and Early Education. Licensed centers undergo background checks, capacity inspections, and routine compliance reviews.
Minimum staff-to-child ratios are 1:5 for infants under 12 months, 1:6 for toddlers (12–35 months), and 1:15 for preschool (3–5 years). NAEYC-accredited centers typically operate below the state minimum.
Verify a license at NC Division of Child Development and Early EducationQuick licensing facts
- Regulator
- NC Division of Child Development and Early Education
- Infant ratio
- 1:5
- Toddler ratio
- 1:6
- Preschool ratio
- 1:15
- Avg infant cost
- $980/mo
- Avg preschool cost
- $750/mo
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North Carolina families can apply for NC Child Care Subsidy Program based on income and work/school status. Federal programs — the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit, Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap), and Head Start — stack on top of state assistance.
Local intake line: (919) 814-6300
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