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Licensed Daycare in Elizabethtown, North Carolina

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

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 Elizabethtown?

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 Elizabethtown

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 Elizabethtown 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: 61 kids

ZIP codes covered

28337 5

Program types in Elizabethtown

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

All Elizabethtown licensed centers

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C Montessori

Charlotte Early Learning Center #110

Elizabethtown

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 61

F Licensed Center

First Steps Raleigh #287

Elizabethtown

Infants & Toddlers Cap 53

G Preschool

Greenville Bright Beginnings #186

Elizabethtown

Preschool (2-5) Cap 83

W Group Care

Wilmington Learning Center #9

Elizabethtown

School Age (5+) Cap 45

W Family Daycare

Winston-Salem Wonder Years #148

Elizabethtown

School Age (5+) Cap 66

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

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

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

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 Elizabethtown 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 Elizabethtown typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Elizabethtown?

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 Elizabethtown 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.