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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 .

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.

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 Program

16 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

16 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

16 centers

Head Start Center

16 centers

Before & After School Care

16 centers

Montessori School

15 centers

All Charlotte licensed centers

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K Head Start

Kids R Us Raleigh #251

Charlotte

2 years - 12 years Cap 90

L Family Daycare

La Petite Academy Cary #300

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 98

L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Charlotte #76

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 26

L Montessori

La Petite Academy Greenville #150

Charlotte

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 111

L Preschool

La Petite Academy Raleigh #242

Charlotte

Preschool (2-5) Cap 40

L Group Care

Little Genius Raleigh #257

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 30

L Licensed Center

Little Genius Winston-Salem #107

Charlotte

Infants & Toddlers Cap 46

L Before/After School

Little Hearts Cary #288

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 73

L Family Daycare

Little Hearts Charlotte #64

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 105

L Montessori

Little Hearts Winston-Salem #122

Charlotte

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 22

N Head Start

Nurturing Hearts Raleigh #259

Charlotte

2 years - 12 years Cap 91

N Group Care

Nurturing Hearts Winston-Salem #109

Charlotte

School Age (5+) Cap 59

R Preschool

Raleigh Cloud Nine Kids #258

Charlotte

Preschool (2-5) Cap 89

R Licensed Center

Raleigh Creative Kids #247

Charlotte

Infants & Toddlers Cap 98

R Head Start

Raleigh Discovery Preschool #243

Charlotte

2 years - 12 years Cap 94

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.