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Browse 55 trusted daycares in Mooresboro, NC. Compare reviews, rates, and availability to find the best fit for your child.

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Daycares in Mooresboro, NC are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 55 listed daycares

7473 - La Petite Academy of Shelby

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

Mrs. Lip's Loving Care

Such a great daycare!! Words cannot express how much I appreciate y'all. Mrs. Lip and her staff love these children like their own. Wouldn't...

- Ashton C.

SMILE'Z CHILD CARE LLC

Monikka and her team have been wonderful for my son. He was one when he started. He is now 3. They are like family to me.

- Care member

Daycare Centers Near Mooresboro

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Day Dawn's Care

1127 Steel Bridge Rd Mooresboro, NC

Preschool
Child care
Day Dawn's Care is a child care establishment conveniently located at 1127 Steel Bridge Rd, Mooresboro, NC that helps their students' achieve some of their learning milestones. Their care facility presents their students lots of opportunities to enhance their physical, mental, emotional, and social development.
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7473 - La Petite Academy of Shelby

1203 CHARLES RD SHELBY, NC

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Mrs. Lip's Loving Care

872 Harris Henrietta Road Forest City, NC

5.0(3)
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Mission: Doctors, lawyers, Pastors, Builders, Entrepreneurs, Authors, Teachers, and Leaders are nurtured here. Our staff will encourage creativity, build strong language and literacy, promote positive role modeling, and provide opportunities for all children. It's at Mrs. Lip's Loving Care, "All Things Are Possible...One...

Ashton C. says "Such a great daycare!! Words cannot express how much I appreciate y'all. Mrs. Lip and her staff love these children like their own. Wouldn't want to send...

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SMILE'Z CHILD CARE LLC

515 West Warren St. SHELBY, NC

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$799/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Child care
Smile'z Child Care LLC provides a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. We focus on age appropriae learning, social-emotional development, and hands on activities that support each childs unique needs. Our experienced and caring staff partners with families to create a positive,...

Care Member says "Monikka and her team have been wonderful for my son. He was one when he started. He is now 3. They are like family to me. "

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La Petite Academy of Shelby

1203 Charles Road Shelby, NC

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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SMILE'Z CHILD CARE LLC

515 W WARREN ST SHELBY, NC

starting at
$799/mo
Child care
At Smilez Childcare LLC we are committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive. Our experienced team provides high quality care with focus on early childhood development, creativity, building strong foundations for lifelong learning. At Smilez, we don't just care for...
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Higher Learning Child Care Academy, Inc.

1260 Airport Rd Shelby, NC

Academic
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Preschool
+ 1 more
Higher Learning Child Care Academy is a Christian child care center that offers a warm nurturing environment for children to explore, grow, play and learn. We offer several enhancement programs for our students which may include but are not limited to Spanish, Sign Language, Dance and Movement, Daily Bible Lessons, and S.T.E.M....
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La Petite Academy of Shelby, NC

1203 Charles Rd Shelby, NC

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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Westview Baptist Daycare

500 Melody Ln Shelby, NC

Child care
Westview Baptist Daycare offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 500 Melody Ln, the company serves families living in the Shelby, NC area. Westview Baptist Daycare is open to children ages six weeks old to four years old.
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Wesson's Day Care Center

1312 Rainbow Dr Shelby, NC

Child care
Wesson's Day Care Center is a child care center located at 1312 Rainbow Dr, Shelby, NC where the care providers are passionate in helping children develop their personal and academic skills. Their center hosts a positive environment that promotes children's rapid growth and development.
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Little Hands of Love Preschool

2770 Carla Dr Shelby, NC

Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
Little Hands of Love Preschool is a four-star facility that provides child care services. Located in Shelby, North Carolina, it offers early childhood education that aims to develop a lifelong love of learning. Additionally, it provides child care services that promote child development. The daycare is operational every Monday...
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Chrissy's Kids Day Care

222 Young St Shelby, NC

Child care
Chrissy's Kids Day Care is an early development center located at 222 Young St, Shelby, NC accredited by the state of North Carolina. Their center provides a structured child care environment that fosters the development of their students' cognitive, motor, and social skills.
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WESTWOOD PLAY AND LEARN

224 Piney Ridge Rd Forest City, NC

Child care
WESTWOOD PLAY AND LEARN is a child care provider that serves the community of Forest City NC. It offers a nurturing environment and provides age-appropriate activities that foster holistic development among children. The center promotes balanced learning by integrating play-based, child-centered, and teacher-centered activities.
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Rainbow Day Care Center

1403 Newton St Shelby, NC

Preschool
Child care
In-Home daycare
Located in Shelby, North Carolina, Rainbow Day Care Center specializes in preschool services. It is licensed to accept children of zero up to seven years old and above. It offers educational programs focused on subjects such as Math and Reading. The Center accommodates a small capacity of twelve children only.
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Berryland Club House

512 S Dekalb St Shelby, NC

Child care
Berryland Club House is a licensed childcare and learning facility located at 512 S Dekalb Street, Shelby, North Carolina. The facility accommodates infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children, providing them a rich environment filled with educational activities that nurture physical, social, emotional and...
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Heaven's Treasures Child Care

277 Black Rd Ellenboro, NC

Child care
Heaven's Treasures in Ellenboro, North Carolina seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate a certain number of children.
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Connected Kids Child Development Center

600 North Morgan Street Shelby, NC

Preschool
Child care
Connected Kids Child Development Center is an educational facility that serves the community of Shelby NC. It offers a loving and nurturing environment and provides comprehensive early childhood programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergartens. The Academy promotes balanced learning to make sure that children will...
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SMI Child Care Center

562 S Church St Forest City, NC

Child care
SMI CCC in Forest City, NC offers a healthy, safe, and stimulating learning atmosphere for kids from 0 to 12 years old. Their well-balanced group of caring, certified, experienced, and educated staff cares for the children with their lives. They feature developmentally appropriate programs and believe that the parents are...
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Spoonful of Loving

755 Wallace Grove Dr Shelby, NC

Preschool
Child care
Spoonful of Loving believes in children developing best in a loving and nurturing environment where active learning is encouraged. The program is play-based, developmental, and designed to create the foundation for a lifetime of successful learning and relationships.
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Kiddieland Child Development

2231 S Post Rd Shelby, NC

Child care
Kiddieland Child Development is a licensed day care facility conveniently located at 2231 S Post Rd, Shelby, NC that ensures their students enjoy learning. That is why their center provides a learning environment dedicated to making learning as fun as possible.
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Daycare FAQs for Mooresboro, NC Families

With null daycare providers in Mooresboro, NC, families have real choices when it comes to finding care that fits their child and schedule. Enrolling your child in daycare offers meaningful benefits for both kids and parents. For children, daycare provides structured social interaction with peers, helping them build communication skills, emotional resilience, and confidence from an early age. Daily routines around meals, play, and learning activities support cognitive and physical development in ways that are hard to replicate at home. For parents, a trusted daycare in Mooresboro provides peace of mind knowing your child is in a safe, supervised environment while you focus on work or other responsibilities. Many families also find that daycare eases the transition to kindergarten by giving children early exposure to a classroom-style setting. If you have an infant or toddler, explore infant daycare options to find programs specifically designed for younger children.

Daycare centers in Mooresboro, NC offer far more than basic supervision. Most provide structured daily schedules that include age-appropriate learning activities, creative play, outdoor time, and meals or snacks that meet nutritional guidelines. Many centers employ trained early childhood educators who incorporate language development, early literacy, and social-emotional learning into everyday routines. Depending on your needs, you may also find specialized options in Mooresboro such as infant daycare for babies and young toddlers, family daycare run from a home setting, or overnight daycare for families who need extended care coverage. When comparing providers, look for centers that communicate regularly with parents through daily reports or apps so you always know how your child's day is going.

With null daycare options in Mooresboro, NC, knowing what to prioritize makes narrowing down your choices much easier. Begin by confirming that any center you consider is licensed and in good standing with NC childcare regulations — this ensures minimum health, safety, and staffing standards are being met. From there, pay attention to staff-to-child ratios, staff turnover, and whether caregivers have training in early childhood education or child development. The physical environment matters too — look for clean, organized spaces with age-appropriate materials and secure entry and exit procedures. Don't overlook the daily curriculum: quality centers in Mooresboro balance structured learning with free play rather than leaning too heavily on one or the other. Reading parent reviews on Care.com is one of the best ways to get an honest picture of what day-to-day life looks like at a center before you visit. Once you've narrowed down your options, our guide on questions to ask when touring a daycare can help you make the most of each visit.

Touring a daycare in Mooresboro, NC in person is one of the most important steps in the decision-making process, and going in with the right questions makes a big difference. Start with the basics: What are the staff-to-child ratios for your child's age group, and how is the center staffed during drop-off and pick-up? Ask how staff handle discipline and conflict between children, and what a typical daily schedule looks like. It's also worth asking about their communication style — do they use an app, daily sheets, or in-person check-ins to keep parents informed? On the practical side, ask about enrollment availability, waitlist timelines, tuition payment schedules, and their policy on sick days or closures. If you're considering a specific type of care, like a child care center versus a family daycare home, tailor your questions to that setting. For a full list of what to cover, check out our guide on questions to ask when touring a daycare center.

Daycare costs in Mooresboro, NC vary depending on a number of factors, so it's difficult to give a single number that applies to every family. The type of care plays a big role — child care centers typically have different pricing structures than family daycare homes, which tend to be smaller and sometimes more affordable. Your child's age matters too, as infant care generally costs more due to the higher staff ratios required for younger children. The number of days per week, full-time versus part-time enrollment, and any additional services like meals, enrichment programs, or overnight care will all affect your monthly total. Location within NC is another factor — urban centers in Mooresboro often see higher rates than suburban or rural providers. For a deeper breakdown of what drives daycare pricing and how to budget effectively, read our guide on the cost of daycare.

Families in Mooresboro, NC can browse null daycare providers across a range of care types, making it easier to find the right fit for your child's age, your schedule, and your budget. Child care centers are larger, licensed facilities that typically serve multiple age groups and offer structured curricula — a good option for parents who value consistency and socialization. Family daycare homes operate out of a caregiver's residence with smaller group sizes, which can feel more nurturing and home-like for younger children. For parents of babies and young toddlers, infant daycare programs are specifically designed to meet the developmental needs of children under two. If your work schedule extends beyond standard hours, overnight daycare may be worth exploring for flexible or non-traditional coverage. Not sure if daycare is the right path at all? Our breakdown of nanny vs. daycare pros, cons, and cost can help you weigh your options.

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