Best Daycares in Cary, NC — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 16 daycares and childcare centers in Cary based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Cary

  1. #1 — The Goddard School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Private school. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Children's Place of Macedonia Baptist Church Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Bright Horizons Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  4. #4 — spanish for fun! Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Methodist Children's Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Ashebridge Children's Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Beacon Learning Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Triangle Montessori Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Christ the King Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Futurekids Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Renaissance Montessori Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Specialty school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  12. #12 — East Cary KinderCare Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Guidepost Montessori at Cary Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Home service. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Lightbridge Academy Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Cary Towne KinderCare Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Cary Heights KinderCare Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Cary?
The Goddard School is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Cary based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Cary?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Cary?
Childcare costs in Cary vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.