Best Day Care Centers in Durham, NC
Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom.
Also offers: Twos, Drop-In Care, Preschool
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Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Twos
This classroom is the perfect environment for terrific 2-year-olds. As your child grows more active, becoming an explorer, we provide a safe, engaging environment for them to develop. Learning experiences for 2-year-olds are based around key developmental milestones for this age group, as defined by our exclusive Learn from the Start™curriculum. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Toddlers, Drop-In Care, Early Preschool, and more
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Primrose School at Hope Valley Farms is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on Juliette Drive near Murray-Massenburg Elementary School...
Infant Program
At this age, your infant is mainly learning through observation and exploration. For example, as our Infant teachers talk and sing with your child during feeding, diaper changes and playtime, your little one is beginning to understand language and conversation. Nurturing interactions like these will fill your child’s day and can be adapted and personalized to meet their individual needs.
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Also offers: Early Preschool, Preschool, Preschool Pathways
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Childcare center for infants through school-aged children emphasizing play-based learning through a balance of teacher-directed and child-initiated activities. Creative Curriculum is implemented to...
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Primrose School of Chapel Hill East is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on Pope Road near Creekside Elementary School and Ephesus...
Infant Program
At this age, your infant is mainly learning through observation and exploration. For example, as our Infant teachers talk and sing with your child during feeding, diaper changes and playtime, your little one is beginning to understand language and conversation. Nurturing interactions like these will fill your child’s day and can be adapted and personalized to meet their individual needs.
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Also offers: Early Preschool, Preschool, Preschool Pathways
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Childcare center offering early education and enrichment with a focus on literacy, art, early academics, physical education, and social skills. Site utilizes a play-based curriculum designed to...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program
Speaks Spanish
Early learning program offering services to infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children.
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Lightbridge Academy is a child care center that welcomes infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarteners with a variety of programs to help children develop their academic, social, and...
Infants
Lightbridge Academy’s infant program is an ideal, developmentally appropriate environment for little ones as they learn to move, pull up, roll over, and eventually crawl. Our infant curriculum creates a solid foundation for your little one’s future growth and development. By creating strong bonds, learning through play and stimulating their five senses, even our youngest students are encouraged to explore the world around them in a safe and nurturing environment. Primary caregivers introduce a theme-based curriculum, which is enhanced with enrichment programs such as Singing Sprouts, Spanish Sprouts and Signing Sprouts.
Toddlers
Toddlers are quickly learning so much about the world around them, developing faster than almost any other age group. They are all about speed — learning to sing, talk and run all at once. Lightbridge Academy’s Toddler Program is designed to make the most of every one of their fast-paced milestones. Our curriculum specifically addresses toddlers’ rapid growth and development by catering to their readiness cues, with the older toddler curriculum focused on preparing for preschool and beyond. When they display interest or signs of emerging skills, we can encourage them to move to the next challenge.
Also offers: Preschool
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Early childhood development center serving toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Program offers a well-rounded curriculum that focuses on children's social-emotional, physical, and...
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Childcare center serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarten children. Center provides age-appropriate, self-directed activities that build children's developmental and self-help...
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Faith-based childcare center offering a play-based approach to learning. Students learn through hands-on activities and experiences and holidays are celebrated throughout the year. Children regularly...
Speaks Spanish
Center provides childcare services and education to children from infancy to school-age. Infants and toddlers learn through play-based activities and curriculum for children age 3 and over follows The...
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Childcare program serving children of Duke faculty, staff and students. Teachers provide a variety of activities and materials that encourage children to explore, ask questions and learn through...
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Center provides childcare services to children from infancy to school-aged children. Varied nature-based curriculum encourages physical, emotional, social, and academic development. Age-appropriate...
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Child care center offering developmentally-appropriate learning and care to infants through school-aged children. Physical fitness is encouraged through an onsite playground and optional sports...
Speaks Spanish
Preschool providing care and educational services to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Curriculum focuses on language, social and emotional, cognitive, gross and fine motor skills, and...
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Full-day early childhood program serving 1 to 5-year-old children. Social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development is fostered through a Reggio-inspired, nature-based curriculum,...
Speaks Spanish
Facility offering care to infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Curriculum for younger students is designed to prepare children for kindergarten. Preschool program includes...
Speaks Spanish
Child care center offering infants through pre-kindergarten children a Christian-based learning environment. Program implements the Pinnacle curriculum to provide children with activities that develop...
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Childcare center offering early education and enrichment with a focus on literacy, art, early academics, physical education, and social skills. Site utilizes a play-based curriculum designed to...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program
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Center-based facility providing a traditional Montessori learning environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Curriculum is designed to build a sense of independence and include activities...
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Childcare center servicing infants through school-age students encouraging each child's confidence, discipline, and independence. Concepts taught include alphabet, numbers, and shapes supporting the...
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Early childhood center servicing infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and Kindergarters. Program supports the child's academic, social-emotional, and critical thinking competencies through hands-on...
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Center-based facility featuring a residential-like learning environment for toddlers and preschoolers. Curriculum is Reggio Emilia inspired and encourages exploration and self-discovery through...
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Play-based program providing a hands-on learning enviornment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Curriculum uses weekly and monthly class themes to help build social, mental, and emotional...
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Before and after-school program at E.K. Powe Elementary School, promoting intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development. Children are given homework time and participate in indoor and...
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Faith-based daycare providing services to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Program focuses on spiritual, social, intellectual, emotional, and physical development and features Wee Learn...
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The CDC environment provides children with various interest areas in which he/she can explore and learn various concepts and skills to prepare them for life long learning. Your child will experience...
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Christian center providing services to toddlers and preschool-aged children. Bible-based curriculum includes kindergarten readiness skills. Activities in bible stories, sensory exploration,...
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Montessori preschool providing a home-like learning environment for young children. Utilizing the traditional Montessori method, children are able to learn and explore at their own pace in an...
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Faith-based center providing Christ-based educational experiences to young children as well as before and after care to school-aged kids. Activities include arts & crafts, indoor & outdoor play,...
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The Goddard School of Durham is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features a playground, a STEAM computer lab, and a dance studio. We offer a range of programs for...
Infant Classroom
In the Infant program, our teachers provide your baby with all the cuddles and care they need, as well as opportunities to begin learning about the world around them. Our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, celebrates your baby’s natural curiosity within the classroom environment and models how to explore safely. Nurturing teachers narrate your baby’s experiences to build a strong foundation in 21st century skills for problem solving and building relationships.
Twos Classroom
In the Twos classroom, patient, caring teachers guide children through playful exploration. They help your little one navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity. Your toddler is constantly learning new things about the world around them. At The Goddard School®, our team is here to work with your little one every day as they play, learn and gain the skills they need to prepare for preschool. Our Wonder of Learning™ education program will immerse your child in literacy, science, arts and math brought together in one activity for a more holistic—and fun—approach to learning.
Also offers: Toddler Classroom, Bridge Classroom, Preschool Classroom
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We provide children from infancy to school age with a safe, fun environment to learn and grow. With over 230 schools across 10 states, children are encouraged and guided in order to thrive. Our...
Bright Babies Infant Program
We give your baby the love and attention they deserve through interactive experiences developing mind and body alike. The curriculum includes one-on-one activities like sign-language, puppets, music, books and even yoga.
Smart Steps Toddler Program
We channel the natural curiosity of toddlers into a higher level of understanding through experiences with blocks, music, creative play and more - all promoting positive social interaction and language acquisition!
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We provide children from infancy to school age with a safe, fun environment to learn and grow. With over 230 schools across 10 states, children are encouraged and guided in order to thrive. Our...
Bright Babies Infant Program
We give your baby the love and attention they deserve through interactive experiences developing mind and body alike. The curriculum includes one-on-one activities like sign-language, puppets, music, books and even yoga.
Smart Steps Toddler Program
We channel the natural curiosity of toddlers into a higher level of understanding through experiences with blocks, music, creative play and more - all promoting positive social interaction and language acquisition!
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At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child’s individual...
Infant Care
Our infant program is designed to offer a secure place with knowledgeable teachers who honor your family’s routine, and who know every day that they’re not caring for any child, but the most important child — yours.
Toddler Care
Our toddler program is designed to provide a safe place for your newly independent child to test out and learn new skills, wonder about everything, and discover how to make friends.
Also offers: Preschool
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At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child’s individual...
Infant Care
Our infant program is designed to offer a secure place with knowledgeable teachers who honor your family’s routine, and who know every day that they’re not caring for any child, but the most important child — yours.
Toddler Care
Our toddler program is designed to provide a safe place for your newly independent child to test out and learn new skills, wonder about everything, and discover how to make friends.
Also offers: Preschool
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From preschool through kindergarten, we make early education and daycare joyful, engaging, and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. For nearly 40 years, The Learning Experience® has been...
Infants
Our infant curriculum starts with regular playtime including belly and music time, exploration, stimulation, as well as nap and feeding times that we keep consistent with your baby’s individual schedule.
Toddlers
A typical day for TLE® toddlers is filled with, stimulating, age-appropriate activities and materials. Our early childhood development toddler curriculum focuses on eye-hand coordination, motor development and problem solving.
Also offers: Twaddlers, Preppers, Preschoolers
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Ministry located at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church. They seek to provide services that meet the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual needs of the children they serve at reasonable rates. To do...
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Center serving infants, toddlers, and preschool students. Social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development is fostered through independence, self-esteem, and kindness and consideration. Infant...
Speaks Spanish
School provides care and educational services to infant, toddler, and preschool-age children. Curriculum includes common core subjects but puts a primary focus on cognitive, fine/gross motor skills,...
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Religious center provides childcare services to children from infancy to school-age. Individualized religious curriculum encourages curiosity and creativity. Age-appropriate books, toys, napping...
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Christian child care center offering age-appropriate learning and care to infants through preschoolers. Indoor classroom provides books, games, learning supplies, and crafts. Outside play area is...
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Preschool center for toddlers and pre-Kindergarteners provided through Mr. Sylvan United Methodist Church. Faith-based curriculum is aims to promote the development of social and emotional skills and...
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Religious program provides childcare services to children from infancy to school-age. Program encourages children to become confident, self-sufficient, and self-disciplined. Daily activities include...
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Childcare facility offering a variety of programs and services for children of all ages. Teachers provide age-appropriate activities that work on each child's physical, social, emotional and cognitive...
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Daycare and early learning center serving infants, toddlers, and preschool children. Social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development is fostered through hands-on activities, purposeful...
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Daycare and early learning center serving infants, toddlers, and preschool children. Social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development is fostered through play, enrichment activities,...
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Play-based childcare servicing infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with a before and after school care program. Child-centered activities encourage social, cognitive, physical, and language...
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Childcare facility offering educational programs and services for infants through preschool-aged children. Teachers use the Creative Curriculum to provide age-appropriate activities focused on...
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