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7 Daycare Centers in Bedford, Virginia

Browse all 7 daycare centers in Bedford, Virginia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Bedford

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Bedford Baptist Church
    4.53 score
    4.8(10)

    1516 Oakwood Street, Bedford, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 46 children

    Bedford Baptist Church receives consistently positive feedback praising its welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the church's spiritual focus, beautiful facilities, and compassionate community support. Note: Reviews appear to reflect general church experiences rather than daycare services specifically.

    Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful facilitiesstrong community supportgenuine sense of love and compassion
  2. 2
    The Life Church
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    217 W. Depot Street, Bedford, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children

    The Life Church in Bedford, Virginia is highly rated by members who praise the welcoming and family-oriented community atmosphere. Reviews highlight the church's leadership, teaching quality, and inclusive environment for families of all compositions. The facility is noted as spacious, clean, and offering various programs including children's church and Bible study.

    Welcoming and friendly communityquality pastoral leadershipspacious and clean facilityengaging sermons and teachings
  3. 3
    Longwood Avenue Baptist Church
    4.44 score
    4.8(6)

    1304 Longwood Avenue, Bedford, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 45 children

    Longwood Avenue Baptist Church Preschool in Bedford, Virginia receives consistently high ratings from parents. Reviewers praise the caring staff, Christian-based curriculum, and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents report their children were well-loved and cared for during their time at the facility.

    Loving and attentive careBible-based curriculumfriendly staff and pastorstrong community presence
  4. 4
    Bedford Area Family Ymca
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    1111 Turnpike Road, Bedford, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 180 children

    Bedford Area Family YMCA receives consistently high praise from members for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and recent renovations including a splash pad and new children's center. Parents appreciate the variety of activities available for both children and adults, including summer camp, after-school care, and recreational amenities. The facility is noted as a welcoming community gathering space.

    Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffsplash padplaygro

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Bedford based on parent reviews

Bedford Baptist Church

4.8(10)

1516 Oakwood Street, Bedford, VA

Bedford Baptist Church receives consistently positive feedback praising its welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the church's spiritual focus, beautiful facilities, and compassionate community support. Note: Reviews appear to reflect general church experiences rather than daycare services specifically.

Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful facilitiesstrong community support

The Life Church

4.7(11)

217 W. Depot Street, Bedford, VA

The Life Church in Bedford, Virginia is highly rated by members who praise the welcoming and family-oriented community atmosphere. Reviews highlight the church's leadership, teaching quality, and inclusive environment for families of all compositions. The facility is noted as spacious, clean, and offering various programs including children's church and Bible study.

Welcoming and friendly communityquality pastoral leadershipspacious and clean facility

Longwood Avenue Baptist Church

4.8(6)

1304 Longwood Avenue, Bedford, VA

Longwood Avenue Baptist Church Preschool in Bedford, Virginia receives consistently high ratings from parents. Reviewers praise the caring staff, Christian-based curriculum, and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents report their children were well-loved and cared for during their time at the facility.

Loving and attentive careBible-based curriculumfriendly staff and pastor

First Steps Child Care Center

5(1)

403 Otey Street, Suite C, Bedford, VA

Bedford Head Start Center-Bedford Primary School

5(1)

807 College Street, Bedford, VA

Bedford Area Family Ymca

4.2(20)

1111 Turnpike Road, Bedford, VA

Bedford Area Family YMCA receives consistently high praise from members for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and recent renovations including a splash pad and new children's center. Parents appreciate the variety of activities available for both children and adults, including summer camp, after-school care, and recreational amenities. The facility is noted as a welcoming community gathering space.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffsplash pad

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Daycare Centers in Bedford, Virginia

There are 7 daycare centers in Bedford, Virginia. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Bedford, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Bedford

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First Steps Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
403 Otey Street, Suite C, Bedford, VA
Phone
(540) 491-4846
Bedford Head Start Center-Bedford Primary School
Headstart Programs
5
Address
807 College Street, Bedford, VA
Phone
(434) 846-2778
Quality
Longwood Avenue Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.8

Longwood Avenue Baptist Church Preschool in Bedford, Virginia receives consistently high ratings from parents. Reviewers praise the caring staff, Christian-based curriculum, and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents report their children were well-loved and cared for during their time at the facility.

Loving and attentive careBible-based curriculumfriendly staff and pastor
Address
1304 Longwood Avenue, Bedford, VA
Phone
(540) 586-3352
Bedford Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.8

Bedford Baptist Church receives consistently positive feedback praising its welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the church's spiritual focus, beautiful facilities, and compassionate community support. Note: Reviews appear to reflect general church experiences rather than daycare services specifically.

Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful facilitiesstrong community support
Address
1516 Oakwood Street, Bedford, VA
Phone
(540) 587-6710
The Life Church
Church Daycare
4.7

The Life Church in Bedford, Virginia is highly rated by members who praise the welcoming and family-oriented community atmosphere. Reviews highlight the church's leadership, teaching quality, and inclusive environment for families of all compositions. The facility is noted as spacious, clean, and offering various programs including children's church and Bible study.

Welcoming and friendly communityquality pastoral leadershipspacious and clean facility
Address
217 W. Depot Street, Bedford, VA
Phone
(540) 586-0677
Bedford Area Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Bedford Area Family YMCA receives consistently high praise from members for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and recent renovations including a splash pad and new children's center. Parents appreciate the variety of activities available for both children and adults, including summer camp, after-school care, and recreational amenities. The facility is noted as a welcoming community gathering space.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffsplash pad
Address
1111 Turnpike Road, Bedford, VA
Phone
(540) 586-3483
Quality
Main Street United Methodist Church
Church Daycare
Address
212 E. Main Street, Bedford, VA
Phone
(540) 586-8878

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 all daycares in Bedford, Virginia. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Bedford, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Virginia's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Virginia)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Bedford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Virginia typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Bedford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Bedford must be licensed by Virginia's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.