Licensed Daycare in Emerald Isle, North Carolina
5 licensed daycares in Emerald Isle, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official North Carolina licensing records.
Childcare costs in Emerald Isle
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 Emerald Isle 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 overviewQuick 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
- 82 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Emerald Isle
All Emerald Isle licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Active Kids Wilmington #175
Emerald Isle
Asheville Early Learning Center #36
Emerald Isle
Charlotte Sunshine Daycare #276
Emerald Isle
Greensboro Discovery Preschool #137
Emerald Isle
Winston-Salem Sunflower Daycare #314
Emerald Isle
Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.
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