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Licensed Daycare in Fontana Dam, North Carolina

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Fontana Dam?

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 Fontana Dam?

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 Fontana Dam

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 Fontana Dam 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: 52 kids

ZIP codes covered

28733 5

Program types in Fontana Dam

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Fontana Dam licensed centers

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W Infant Care

Wilmington Primrose School #277

Fontana Dam

Preschool (2-5) Cap 106

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Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Fontana Dam, North Carolina?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Fontana Dam, 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 Fontana Dam?

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 Fontana Dam 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 Fontana Dam typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Fontana Dam?

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 Fontana Dam 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.