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Licensed Daycare in Spring Lake, North Carolina

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Spring Lake?

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 Spring Lake?

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 .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$980/mo

North Carolina avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Spring Lake

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 Spring Lake 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: 69 kids

ZIP codes covered

28390 5

Program types in Spring Lake

Preschool Program

1 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

1 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Spring Lake licensed centers

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G Family Daycare

Greensboro Stepping Stones #12

Spring Lake

School Age (5+) Cap 21

G Head Start

Greenville ABC Childcare #227

Spring Lake

2 years - 12 years Cap 112

T Licensed Center

Tiny Tots of Charlotte #151

Spring Lake

Infants & Toddlers Cap 66

W Preschool

Wilmington Playhouse Academy #50

Spring Lake

Preschool (2-5) Cap 62

W Group Care

Winston-Salem Panda Kids Academy #189

Spring Lake

School Age (5+) Cap 85

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Spring Lake, North Carolina?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Spring Lake, 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 Spring Lake?

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 Spring Lake 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 Spring Lake typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Spring Lake?

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 Spring Lake 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.