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227 Daycare Centers in Richmond, Virginia

Browse all 227 daycare centers in Richmond, Virginia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Richmond

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

    6100 Cornerstone Boulevard, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 198 children

    This facility appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the church community, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere, but do not address childcare services or educational programming.

    Welcoming and family-oriented communityknowledgeable pastoral staffBible-focused teachingstrong sense of belonging
  2. 2

    2300 Dumbarton Road, Richmond, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 175 children

    NOTE: Reviews appear to be for Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church, not a daycare facility. The church is described as welcoming and community-focused, hosting various programs including addiction recovery support and children's activities. Reviews consistently praise the congregation, leadership, and facility.

    Welcoming and friendly congregationcommunity outreach programschildren's activitiesstrong music program
  3. 3

    6000 Grove Avenue, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 128 children

    This is not a daycare facility but rather an Episcopal church in Richmond, Virginia. Reviews praise the welcoming community, excellent music program, beautiful campus, and extensive community outreach programs including childcare services, food pantry, and farmer's market.

    Welcoming and kind staffstellar music programbeautiful facilitiesdiverse worship services
  4. 4

    2422 North Avenue, Richmond, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children

    Building Blocks Academy & Daycare Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, dedicated staff and strong sense of community. Parents report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, enjoy attending daily, and benefit from enriching curriculum including Spanish language instruction and special activities.

    Warm and caring staff who know all children by namestrong community and family friendshipsexcellent kindergarten preparationSpanish language instruction
  5. 5

    8787 River Road, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    All Saints Episcopal Church in Richmond receives consistently positive reviews (4.8/5 rating). Reviewers praise the welcoming and loving community atmosphere, quality of clergy and worship services, and the church's ability to blend traditional practices with modern relevance. The facility is noted for being inclusive and family-friendly.

    Welcoming and friendly communitykind clergybeautiful building with excellent acousticsquality worship services
  6. 6
    North Run Baptist Church
    4.58 score
    4.8(13)

    2100 Lydell Drive, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 78 children

    North Run Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia has received exclusively positive reviews (10 five-star ratings). Parents and visitors praise the welcoming community, quality religious education programs including Sunday School and Awana, and the caring church family atmosphere. The facility is described as well-suited for its programs and activities.

    welcoming congregationloving and caring staffquality religious education (PreK/K Sunday SchoolAwana programs)
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    St. James Baptist Church
    4.58 score
    4.8(13)

    2169 New Market Road, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 90 children

    Note: These reviews are for the church facility, not a daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the pastor's leadership and spiritual teaching, welcoming congregation, and warm atmosphere during worship services.

    Spiritual focus and biblical teachingwelcoming and friendly communityinspirational pastor and leadershipwarm atmosphere
  8. 8

    1205 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    St. James's Episcopal Church in Richmond operates a preschool program within a historic church that receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, pleasant staff, and quality preschool services. However, most reviews focus on the church's broader activities (food service, AA/NA meetings, services) rather than specifically on daycare operations.

    Welcoming environmentpleasant and helpful staffquality preschool programbeautiful historic building
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    1701 Turner Road, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

    This facility is a religious church, not a daycare center. Reviews are from church members praising the pastor, worship services, and spiritual community rather than childcare services. All 10 reviews give 5-star ratings focused on the church's ministry and pastoral leadership.

    Welcoming atmospherestrong spiritual teachingcommunity supportmultiple ministries
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    140 East Belt Boulevard, Richmond, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 109 children

    New Direction Childcare & Learning Center in Richmond receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, strong educational focus, and supportive environment, particularly noting significant developmental progress in their children's learning and social-emotional growth.

    caring and attentive staffsafe and welcoming environmentstrong educational curriculumdevelopmen

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Richmond based on parent reviews

Cornerstone Baptist Church

4.8(20)

6100 Cornerstone Boulevard, Richmond, VA

This facility appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the church community, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere, but do not address childcare services or educational programming.

Welcoming and family-oriented communityknowledgeable pastoral staffBible-focused teaching

Hatcher Child Development Center

4.8(20)

2300 Dumbarton Road, Richmond, VA

NOTE: Reviews appear to be for Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church, not a daycare facility. The church is described as welcoming and community-focused, hosting various programs including addiction recovery support and children's activities. Reviews consistently praise the congregation, leadership, and facility.

Welcoming and friendly congregationcommunity outreach programschildren's activities

St. Stephen'S Episcopal Church

4.8(20)

6000 Grove Avenue, Richmond, VA

This is not a daycare facility but rather an Episcopal church in Richmond, Virginia. Reviews praise the welcoming community, excellent music program, beautiful campus, and extensive community outreach programs including childcare services, food pantry, and farmer's market.

Welcoming and kind staffstellar music programbeautiful facilities

Building Blocks Academy & Daycare INC.

4.8(14)

2422 North Avenue, Richmond, VA

Building Blocks Academy & Daycare Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, dedicated staff and strong sense of community. Parents report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, enjoy attending daily, and benefit from enriching curriculum including Spanish language instruction and special activities.

Warm and caring staff who know all children by namestrong community and family friendshipsexcellent kindergarten preparation

All Saints Episcopal Church

4.8(14)

8787 River Road, Richmond, VA

All Saints Episcopal Church in Richmond receives consistently positive reviews (4.8/5 rating). Reviewers praise the welcoming and loving community atmosphere, quality of clergy and worship services, and the church's ability to blend traditional practices with modern relevance. The facility is noted for being inclusive and family-friendly.

Welcoming and friendly communitykind clergybeautiful building with excellent acoustics

North Run Baptist Church

4.8(13)

2100 Lydell Drive, Richmond, VA

North Run Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia has received exclusively positive reviews (10 five-star ratings). Parents and visitors praise the welcoming community, quality religious education programs including Sunday School and Awana, and the caring church family atmosphere. The facility is described as well-suited for its programs and activities.

welcoming congregationloving and caring staffquality religious education (PreK/K Sunday School

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Daycare Centers in Richmond, Virginia

There are 227 daycare centers in Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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 Richmond

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Ymca - Holton Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1600 W. Laburnam Avenue, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 595-9622
Ymca - Jackson Davis Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8801 Nesslewood Drive, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 418-9167
Quality
St. Edward Epiphany Catholic School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10701 W. Huguenot Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 272-2881 EXT 303
Ymca - Bensley Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6600 Strathmore Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 928-0147
Skipwith Academy @ Huguenot (#51)
Child Daycare & Preschools

Skipwith Academy at Huguenot receives universal 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff, safe environment, and strong communication. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, comfort, and developmental growth, along with engaging activities and family-oriented events. Multiple reviewers note the reasonable pricing and describe trusting their children fully in the facility's care.

Warm and caring staffconsistent parent com
Address
11211 West Huguenot Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 323-6804
Quality
Wee Folks Nursery INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6200 Hopkins Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 275-2253
Quality
Ymca - Bellwood Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9536 Dawnshire Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 595-9622
Kindercare Learning Center - Pocoshock
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Kindercare Learning Center - Pocoshock for its caring, attentive staff and safe, nurturing environment. The infant room teachers receive particular recognition for their dedication to child development and daily communication with parents. All reviewers report positive experiences and would recommend the center.

Caring and attentive staffstrong communication with parentschild development and learning
Address
2621 Pocoshock Boulevard, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 276-6554
Quality
Tuckaway Child Care Center - Barony
Child Daycare & Preschools

Tuckaway Child Care Center receives mixed reviews. The majority of parents praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and warm, safe environment for children across preschool, after-school, and summer programs. However, some parents report administrative issues, noise complaints, poor corporate communication, and staff turnover concerns.

Caring and personable staffsafe and happy environment for childrenknowledgeable teachers
Address
3351 Barony Crescent, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 346-9847
Bon Secours Family Center @ Smh
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1403 Maple Avenue, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 285-0444
Quality
Bright Horizons At Henrico
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7704 E. Parham Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 217-9226
Kindercare Learning Center - Parham
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this KinderCare location for its nurturing staff, professional teachers, and strong communication with families. All reviewers report positive experiences with staff handling transitions, special needs support, and pandemic safety protocols. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show developmental progress.

Caring and patient teacherswelcoming environmentdaily updates and photos via app
Address
2240 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 264-8729
Bright Horizons At Short Pump
Child Daycare & Preschools

Bright Horizons at Short Pump receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and qualified staff, clean and well-organized facilities, strong educational programming, and transparent parent communication through daily app updates with photos and videos.

Caring and qualified teachersclean facilitieswell-designed classrooms and outdoor play areas
Address
120 Towne Center West Boulevard, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 360-4765
Quality
Kindercare Learning Center - Cedar Fork
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center - Cedar Fork has received overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 five-star reviews praising staff warmth, cleanliness, communication, and child development. One parent had a negative experience with a specific teacher's patience and care approach for their infant, citing lack of engagement and insensitive remarks.

Caring and patient staffclean and organized facilityage-appropriate grouping
Address
75 East Cedar Fork Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 328-0130
Quality
La Petite Academy - Church
Church Daycare

La Petite Academy Church in Richmond receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and caring staff led by Director Ashley. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, included meals and supplies, engaging activities, and their children's visible happiness and development. The facility is described as welcoming and supportive, particularly for parents transitioning from challenging daycare experiences.

Caring and attentive staffDirector Ashley's involvement and warmthregular parent communication and updates
Address
12484 Church Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 360-4994
Quality
The Learning Experience - Park Central
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience - Park Central with perfect 5-star ratings, highlighting exceptionally caring and welcoming staff, strong child development outcomes, and a family-like atmosphere. Children reportedly love attending and form strong bonds with teachers who are actively involved in their growth and well-being.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming management teamclean facility
Address
8710 Park Central Drive, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 264-3054
Quality
The Steward School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
11600 Gayton Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 740-3394
Ymca - Adams
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
600 S. Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 221-6050
Quality
The Sprout School At The Ywca Of Richmond
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6 North 5th Street, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 980-7298
Quality
J.E.B. Stuart Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3101 Fendall Avenue, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 646-6034
Overby-Sheppard Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2300 1st Avenue, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 646-6034
Quality
G.H. Reid Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1301 Whitehead Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 646-6034
Fairfield Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2510 Phaup Street, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 646-6034
Ymca-Fox
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2300 Hanover Ave., Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 350-9233
Blackwell Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
300 East 15th Street, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 646-6034
Quality
All Saints Catholic School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3418 Noble Avenue, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 329-7524
Michele'S Place For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2603 Semmes Ave., Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 233-2769
Ymca - Gayton
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12481 Church Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 389-2804
Quality
Richmond Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
499 North Parham Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 741-0040
West End Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9307 Quioccasin Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 523-7536

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Frequently asked questions

There are 227 all daycares in Richmond, Virginia. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Richmond, 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
Richmond offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 149 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 64 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 14 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 Richmond for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Richmond 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.