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Licensed Daycare in Tar Heel, North Carolina

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Tar Heel?

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 Tar Heel?

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 .

5 licensed daycares in Tar Heel, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official North Carolina licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$980/mo

North Carolina avg infant

1:5

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Tar Heel

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 Tar Heel 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: 67 kids

ZIP codes covered

28392 5

Program types in Tar Heel

Preschool

1 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Tar Heel licensed centers

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C Group Care

Charlotte ABC Childcare #153

Tar Heel

School Age (5+) Cap 24

G Preschool

Greensboro Little Scholars #14

Tar Heel

Preschool (2-5) Cap 86

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Greenville #229

Tar Heel

Preschool (2-5) Cap 103

L Head Start

Little Genius Winston-Salem #191

Tar Heel

2 years - 12 years Cap 69

W Before/After School

Wilmington Childcare Academy #52

Tar Heel

School Age (5+) Cap 55

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Tar Heel, North Carolina?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Tar Heel, 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 Tar Heel?

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 Tar Heel 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 Tar Heel typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Tar Heel?

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 Tar Heel 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.