Up to 4 hours maximum
Drop-In
Childcare Goldsboro, NC
Goldsboro's most flexible childcare solution. Drop-In Childcare at Play Dates Academy provides the hourly childcare Goldsboro parents trust.
New Name, New Ownership, New Standards. No Affliation with the Playdate Franchise.
$8.50 first child & $8.00 additional siblings
1st Child
$8.50
Rate Per Hour
4 Hours Max Stay
NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED, SIBLING DISCOUNTS, NEW STARDARDS
Pricing
(Clear & Simple)
Perfect for busy Goldsboro families needing reliable hourly childcare without long-term commitments. Located on our secure top floor with supervised monitoring and trained staff.
7 days a week during operating hours. Secure check-in system.
Additional Siblings
$8.00
Rate Per Hour
4 Hours Max Stay
Cleanliness & Safety You Can Trust
New ownership means new standards. At Play Dates Academy, your child's health and security are at the core of everything we do.
Secure Top Floor Environment
What Your Child Experiences
• Secure childcare area for peace of mind
• Flexible drop-in care that fits your schedule
• Fun, engaging play in a safe environment
• Supervised monitoring for added comfort
• Caring staff and a welcoming atmosphere
Perfect For:
(Up to 4 Hours)
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Running Errands
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Date nights
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Doctor appointments
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Work meetings
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Military spouses during TDY
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Busy parents needing flexibility
Daily Routine Sample (Flexible):
Check-in & story time
A gentle start to the day focused on literacy and social connection.
Sensory activities & crafts
Hands-on exploration in our dedicated sensory zones.
Lunch (BYO or available for purchase)
Meal times in a clean, supervised environment.
Free PLay
Active free play adventures for nonstop fun and imagination.
Pickup with secure ID check
Secure check-out process via our secure check in system ensures safety at departure.
Operating Hours
Available 7 Days Per Week:
Mon-Thu: 8AM-8PM
Fri-Sat: 8AM-10PM
Sun: 10AM-6PM
Last drop-off 1 hour before close
(4-hour max)
Skip the line and sign your waiver now!
Fast & Easy Process:
- No reservation required
- Secure check-in
- Enjoy your time knowing your child is safe
- Easy pickup with ID verification
Highly recommend this place for your kiddo to have a great time! 10/10
Love the security measures in place! I can definitely see us coming here at least twice a month!
Everything was neat and clean, staff were friendly and helpful. All around a great experience.
My daughter loves her grippy socks and doesn’t want to take them off lol
Megan
What Parents Are Saying
Real feedback from families who play with us,
explore with us and come back again and again!
We had such a great time here! My kids absolutely loved all the different activities, there was so much for them to explore and stay busy. Everything was fun, clean, and well set up. Big shoutout to Staff, they were super helpful and made our visit even better. We’ll definitely be back!
Courtney
We had my son’s birthday party here and it was honestly amazing! There was so much to do for everyone, and the adults had just as much fun as the kids. Everything kept the kids entertained and made the day really special. I would totally recommend this place and we’ll definitely be doing it again!
Kylie