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69 Daycare Centers in Fredericksburg, Virginia

Browse all 69 daycare centers in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fredericksburg

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

    1 Town Centre Blvd, Suite 5350, Fredericksburg, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 46 children

    Wiggle Worms is a highly-rated hourly childcare center in Fredericksburg that parents praise for its caring staff, affordable pricing, and creative daily activities. Children show significant developmental growth in speech, social skills, and cognitive abilities. Parents consistently highlight the warm, family-like atmosphere and flexibility of the center.

    Caring and professional staffaffordable pricing with no hidden chargesdaily crafts and creative activitiesflexible pickup times
  2. 2

    56 Mcwhirt Loop, Fredericksburg, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for Cornerstone Baptist Church as a religious facility, not for a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's biblical teaching, welcoming atmosphere, and pastoral leadership under Pastor Chris Brown. Parents appreciate the warm community and meaningful worship experience.

    Biblical teachingPastor Chris Brown's sermonswelcoming and friendly congregationwarm family atmosphere
  3. 3
    Saint Mary Preschool
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    1009 Stafford Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children

    These reviews are not for the daycare program but rather for Saint Mary Parish Church. The reviews consistently praise the parish's spiritual community, priests, and worship experience with no comments about the daycare center's educational services, staff, or child care quality.

    Beautiful sanctuary and maintained facilitieswelcoming and vibrant communityexcellent priestsmultiple Mass times and language options
  4. 4

    1 Westmoreland Drive, Fredericksburg, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 193 children

    Ferry Farm Baptist Church is highly regarded by parents as a welcoming religious community with strong children's ministries and engaging worship services. Parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere, caring staff, and age-appropriate programming. One parent noted concerns about cleaning and communication, though they expressed overall satisfaction.

    Bible-based educationorganized children's and teens ministriesfriendly and welcoming congregationcaring pastoral staff
  5. 5

    810 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

    Fredericksburg Preschool is a parent-run cooperative preschool with perfect 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the play-based learning approach, loving teachers, strong community atmosphere, and opportunities for parental involvement in classroom activities.

    Play-based learning curriculumskilled and caring teachersstrong community and friendshipsparental involvement in classrooms
  6. 6

    115 Primmer House Road, Fredericksburg, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 184 children

    Parents consistently praise The Merit School of Leeland Station for its clean, secure facility, caring and dedicated staff, and engaging educational programs. Children are reported to be happy, thriving, and excited to attend daily, with strong developmental progress and kindergarten readiness. Parents appreciate open communication, personalized instruction, and the family-like atmosphere created by the school.

    Clean and secure facilitypassionate and caring staffengaging and creative activitiesconsistent routines
  7. 7

    905 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 30 children

    St. George's Episcopal Church in Fredericksburg receives consistently high praise for its welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the church's active outreach programs, community support services, and genuine care for members and those in need. Visitors appreciate the peaceful worship experience, lack of pressure, and acceptance of people from all backgrounds and beliefs.

    Welcoming and warm communityinclusive of all backgrounds and LGBTQ individualsstrong community outreach programssupportive pastoral care
  8. 8
    Faith Baptist Church
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    4105 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 102 children

    These reviews are for a church, not a daycare facility. Faith Baptist Church in Fredericksburg, Virginia receives consistently high ratings (5/5) for its welcoming community, biblical teaching, quality music, and children's programs. Reviewers praise the genuine fellowship and pastoral staff.

    Welcoming and friendly congregationstrong biblical preachingexcellent musicgood children's programs
  9. 9
    Lifepoint Church
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    1400 Central Park Blvd., Fredericksburg, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 40 children

    LIFEPOINT CHURCH is a large, welcoming religious facility in Fredericksburg with consistently positive reviews (all 5-star ratings). Parents praise the warm community atmosphere, powerful worship services, and spiritual growth opportunities for families of all ages.

    Welcoming and inclusive communitypowerful and inspiring sermonsexcellent youth programsstrong outreach initiatives
  10. 10
    Mount Hope Baptist Church
    4.46 score
    4.6(16)

    6823 Harrison Road, Fredericksburg, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 80 children

    Mount Hope Baptist Church in Fredericksburg, Virginia receives consistently positive reviews, though the reviews appear to focus on church services rather than daycare operations. Attendees praise the welcoming atmosphere, engaging sermons, and quality music and performance programs.

    Welcoming communityengaging sermonsmultiple choirs and music programspowerful atmosphere

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Fredericksburg based on parent reviews

Wiggle Worms Hourly Child Care

4.9(20)

1 Town Centre Blvd, Suite 5350, Fredericksburg, VA

Wiggle Worms is a highly-rated hourly childcare center in Fredericksburg that parents praise for its caring staff, affordable pricing, and creative daily activities. Children show significant developmental growth in speech, social skills, and cognitive abilities. Parents consistently highlight the warm, family-like atmosphere and flexibility of the center.

Caring and professional staffaffordable pricing with no hidden chargesdaily crafts and creative activities

Cornerstone Baptist Church

5(9)

56 Mcwhirt Loop, Fredericksburg, VA

Note: The reviews provided are for Cornerstone Baptist Church as a religious facility, not for a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's biblical teaching, welcoming atmosphere, and pastoral leadership under Pastor Chris Brown. Parents appreciate the warm community and meaningful worship experience.

Biblical teachingPastor Chris Brown's sermonswelcoming and friendly congregation

Saint Mary Preschool

4.8(20)

1009 Stafford Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA

These reviews are not for the daycare program but rather for Saint Mary Parish Church. The reviews consistently praise the parish's spiritual community, priests, and worship experience with no comments about the daycare center's educational services, staff, or child care quality.

Beautiful sanctuary and maintained facilitieswelcoming and vibrant communityexcellent priests

Ferry Farm Baptist Church

4.9(10)

1 Westmoreland Drive, Fredericksburg, VA

Ferry Farm Baptist Church is highly regarded by parents as a welcoming religious community with strong children's ministries and engaging worship services. Parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere, caring staff, and age-appropriate programming. One parent noted concerns about cleaning and communication, though they expressed overall satisfaction.

Bible-based educationorganized children's and teens ministriesfriendly and welcoming congregation

Fredericksburg Preschool

5(7)

810 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA

Fredericksburg Preschool is a parent-run cooperative preschool with perfect 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the play-based learning approach, loving teachers, strong community atmosphere, and opportunities for parental involvement in classroom activities.

Play-based learning curriculumskilled and caring teachersstrong community and friendships

The Merit School Of Leeland Station (#31)

4.7(20)

115 Primmer House Road, Fredericksburg, VA

Parents consistently praise The Merit School of Leeland Station for its clean, secure facility, caring and dedicated staff, and engaging educational programs. Children are reported to be happy, thriving, and excited to attend daily, with strong developmental progress and kindergarten readiness. Parents appreciate open communication, personalized instruction, and the family-like atmosphere created by the school.

Clean and secure facilitypassionate and caring staffengaging and creative activities

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Daycare Centers in Fredericksburg, Virginia

There are 69 daycare centers in Fredericksburg, 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 Fredericksburg, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

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Richland Baptist Church
Church Daycare
5
Address
2482 Warrenton Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 752-9352
Dawning Point - Four Mile Fork Ltd.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
130 Falcon Drive, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 898-2570
First Step Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
7310a Old Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 786-2447
Fredericksburg Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Fredericksburg Preschool is a parent-run cooperative preschool with perfect 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the play-based learning approach, loving teachers, strong community atmosphere, and opportunities for parental involvement in classroom activities.

Play-based learning curriculumskilled and caring teachersstrong community and friendships
Address
810 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 509-1374
Quality
Cornerstone Baptist Church
Church Daycare
5

Note: The reviews provided are for Cornerstone Baptist Church as a religious facility, not for a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's biblical teaching, welcoming atmosphere, and pastoral leadership under Pastor Chris Brown. Parents appreciate the warm community and meaningful worship experience.

Biblical teachingPastor Chris Brown's sermonswelcoming and friendly congregation
Address
56 Mcwhirt Loop, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 374-1876
Wiggle Worms Hourly Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Wiggle Worms is a highly-rated hourly childcare center in Fredericksburg that parents praise for its caring staff, affordable pricing, and creative daily activities. Children show significant developmental growth in speech, social skills, and cognitive abilities. Parents consistently highlight the warm, family-like atmosphere and flexibility of the center.

Caring and professional staffaffordable pricing with no hidden chargesdaily crafts and creative activities
Address
1 Town Centre Blvd, Suite 5350, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 548-8885
Ferry Farm Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.9

Ferry Farm Baptist Church is highly regarded by parents as a welcoming religious community with strong children's ministries and engaging worship services. Parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere, caring staff, and age-appropriate programming. One parent noted concerns about cleaning and communication, though they expressed overall satisfaction.

Bible-based educationorganized children's and teens ministriesfriendly and welcoming congregation
Address
1 Westmoreland Drive, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 373-5982
Saint Mary Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

These reviews are not for the daycare program but rather for Saint Mary Parish Church. The reviews consistently praise the parish's spiritual community, priests, and worship experience with no comments about the daycare center's educational services, staff, or child care quality.

Beautiful sanctuary and maintained facilitieswelcoming and vibrant communityexcellent priests
Address
1009 Stafford Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 373-7553
The Merit School Of Leeland Station (#31)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise The Merit School of Leeland Station for its clean, secure facility, caring and dedicated staff, and engaging educational programs. Children are reported to be happy, thriving, and excited to attend daily, with strong developmental progress and kindergarten readiness. Parents appreciate open communication, personalized instruction, and the family-like atmosphere created by the school.

Clean and secure facilitypassionate and caring staffengaging and creative activities
Address
115 Primmer House Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(571) 565-3191
Quality
St. George'S Episcopal Church
Church Daycare
4.7

St. George's Episcopal Church in Fredericksburg receives consistently high praise for its welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the church's active outreach programs, community support services, and genuine care for members and those in need. Visitors appreciate the peaceful worship experience, lack of pressure, and acceptance of people from all backgrounds and beliefs.

Welcoming and warm communityinclusive of all backgrounds and LGBTQ individualsstrong community outreach programs
Address
905 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 373-5163
Quality
Faith Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.7

These reviews are for a church, not a daycare facility. Faith Baptist Church in Fredericksburg, Virginia receives consistently high ratings (5/5) for its welcoming community, biblical teaching, quality music, and children's programs. Reviewers praise the genuine fellowship and pastoral staff.

Welcoming and friendly congregationstrong biblical preachingexcellent music
Address
4105 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 786-4953 EXT 233
Lifepoint Church
Church Daycare
4.6

LIFEPOINT CHURCH is a large, welcoming religious facility in Fredericksburg with consistently positive reviews (all 5-star ratings). Parents praise the warm community atmosphere, powerful worship services, and spiritual growth opportunities for families of all ages.

Welcoming and inclusive communitypowerful and inspiring sermonsexcellent youth programs
Address
1400 Central Park Blvd., Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 538-4710
Bright Beginnings Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Bright Beginnings Childcare Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, nurturing environment, and strong leadership. However, one reviewer raised concerns about staff awareness in the toddler room and inconsistent enforcement of illness policies.

Kind and patient director (Dawn)involved management (Sharon)caring and loving staff
Address
81 & 85 Cleremont Drive, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 373-7791
Mount Hope Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.6

Mount Hope Baptist Church in Fredericksburg, Virginia receives consistently positive reviews, though the reviews appear to focus on church services rather than daycare operations. Attendees praise the welcoming atmosphere, engaging sermons, and quality music and performance programs.

Welcoming communityengaging sermonsmultiple choirs and music programs
Address
6823 Harrison Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 785-4631
Faith Christian Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

These reviews appear to be for a church, not a daycare center. The reviews praise the church's biblical teaching, welcoming atmosphere, and spiritual experience, but do not contain any information about childcare services, facilities, or staff qualifications relevant to evaluating a daycare.

Biblical teachingwarm and welcoming atmospherespiritual experiences
Address
10606 Benchmark Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 899-2356
Resurrection Lutheran Church
Church Daycare
4.6

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 rating average. However, most reviews appear to reference blood donation experiences rather than daycare services. The facility is praised as a welcoming, well-organized community space with friendly and caring staff.

Friendly and professional staffwelcoming atmospherewell-organized
Address
6170 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 717-2669
Dawning Point - Chatham Ltd.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
415 Chatham Square Office Park, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 373-0335
Growing Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Growing Kids Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff, strong academic curriculum, and welcoming family-like atmosphere that keeps children engaged and excited to attend.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong academic curriculum (Ascend)clean facilities
Address
9807 Jefferson Davis Highway, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 834-0060
Quality
Fredericksburg Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.5

Fredericksburg Baptist Church is a historic religious facility that receives consistently positive feedback for its welcoming atmosphere and community involvement. Parents praise the loving congregation, inclusive environment, and strong commitment to serving vulnerable populations and children's programs.

welcoming and inclusive staffstrong community service involvementloving congregation
Address
1019 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 373-4402
Fredericksburg Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Fredericksburg Children's Academy for its caring, engaged staff and quality educational curriculum. Children show genuine enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate measurable learning progress. The facility is noted for excellent communication with parents, clean facilities, and a welcoming environment for all ages from infants through kindergarten.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong academic curriculum with measurable learning outcomesexcellent parent communication via app and direct contact
Address
365 Ferry Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 371-9300
Quality
Minnieland Academy At The Castle
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Minnieland Academy at the Castle for its dedicated, compassionate leadership and staff who provide attentive, personalized care in a clean, organized environment. The facility excels at facilitating smooth transitions, maintaining strong parent communication, and creating a family-like atmosphere. One parent withdrew due to communication gaps in the app and renewed separation anxiety, but this was an isolated concern.

Compassionate and dedicated leadership (Suki and Lindsey)patient staffpersonalized attention to each child
Address
6306 Old Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 786-2434
Quality
Learn 'N Play Preschool And Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Learn 'n Play receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the attentive and caring staff, strong child development outcomes, and positive learning environment. Parents report high satisfaction with communication, cleanliness, and their children's enthusiasm for attending.

Attentive and caring staffgood student-to-teacher ratiosdaily updates and photos
Address
4600 Lee Hill School Drive, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 710-6400
Quality
Kings Highway Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.4
Address
15 Pine Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 371-5319
The Little Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Little Academy in Fredericksburg receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, strong educational curriculum, and positive child development. Nearly all reviewers recommend the center and highlight excellent communication, engaging activities, and successful kindergarten preparation. One parent reported concerns about bathroom accessibility and billing practices during a brief one-week enrollment.

Caring and communicative teachersstrong academics and kindergarten preparationengaging activities and projects
Address
4721 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 785-3437
Hazelwild Country Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Hazelwild Country Day School as an exceptional preschool and daycare set on a farm property in Fredericksburg. They highlight the dedicated staff, unique nature-based learning environment with animals and outdoor activities, and strong academic development of their children. Multiple parents report their children are ahead academically and eager to attend, with some planning to continue through kindergarten.

Dedicated and caring staffunique farm-based learning environmentoutdoor activities and nature immersion
Address
5325 Harrison Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 891-8751
Redeemer Lutheran Church
Church Daycare
4.3

Redeemer Lutheran Church is praised as a welcoming, faith-centered community with an inspirational pastor and warm atmosphere. Parents highlight the church's inclusive approach to worship and its preschool program, with one teacher specifically commended for her dedication to the children.

Welcoming and friendly communityinspirational pastorBible-based teaching
Address
5120 Harrison Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 898-4748
Hartwood Presbyterian Church
Church Daycare
4.2
Address
25 Hartwood Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 752-4671
Callahan Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents overwhelmingly praise Callahan Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and structured learning environment. Multiple families have stayed enrolled for years, citing the home-like feel, individual attention to children's needs, and professional management. The facility has recently undergone improvements and maintains strong communication with parents.

Caring and patient staffclean and safe facilitystructured learning activities
Address
916 Maple Grove Drive, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 750-4331
Quality
Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church
Church Daycare
4.2
Address
1300 Augustine Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 373-5087
Salem Fields Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.1

Salem Fields Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff, daily communication via app with photos/updates, safe learning environment with structured curriculum, and incorporation of religious values.

Friendly and warm staffdaily app updates with photos and videosprofessional and qualified teachers
Address
11120 Gordon Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 786-6292
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Frequently asked questions

There are 69 all daycares in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Fredericksburg, 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
Fredericksburg offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 48 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 19 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Fredericksburg for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fredericksburg 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.