
Compare 85 daycare centers in Roanoke. Average rating: 4.42/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Roanoke has 85 licensed daycares with 653 parent reviews averaging 4.42/5.43 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 67% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 24016 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 15 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
217 Hershberger Road, Roanoke, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children
Parents consistently praise HONEYTREE AQUATIC CENTER for its caring and professional staff, particularly highlighting teachers Mrs. Kathy and Ms. Sara. The center offers engaging activities, daily photo updates, and unique amenities including an indoor gym, outdoor pool, after-school programs, and karate club. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment and strong satisfaction with the quality of care.
3101 Cove Road Nw, Roanoke, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 180 children
Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere and spiritual environment of this religious facility. Parents consistently highlight the leadership of Bishop Brown, the caring ministerial staff, and the strong sense of community. The facility is described as clean, spacious, and fostering a powerful spiritual experience.
6032 Cloverdale Road, Roanoke, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 58 children
Orchard Hills Church is a highly-rated religious facility in Roanoke with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming community, friendly staff, beautiful wooded property, and quality facilities for children's activities. The church is noted for its biblical teachings, worship quality, and community involvement.
2619 Belle Avenue, Roanoke, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children
Honeytree Early Learning Center - Belle in Roanoke receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, low teacher turnover, clean facility, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center is described as feeling like a second home for children.
1530 Patrick Road, Roanoke, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 225 children
Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center #3 in Roanoke for its caring, stable staff and strong communication with families. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the dedication of teachers, cleanliness, and low teacher turnover. Parents report their children form strong attachments to teachers and feel secure in the facility's care.
1008 Franklin Road S.W., Roanoke, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children
This facility appears to be a religious community center/food bank rather than a daycare. Reviews consistently praise the helpful staff, food and clothing assistance, and welcoming Christian atmosphere.
4505 Hazel Drive, Roanoke, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children
Cave Spring United Methodist Church in Roanoke is highly praised as a welcoming and family-friendly religious facility with exceptional music programs and engaging pastoral leadership. Reviewers consistently highlight the beautiful facilities, friendly community atmosphere, and quality childcare services provided by vaccinated staff.
8115 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 40 children
St. Philip Lutheran Church's preschool program is highly regarded by parents, with the director noted as having exceptional expertise in early childhood development. The facility itself is praised for being clean, accessible, welcoming, and affordable. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff and warm community atmosphere.
628 Townside Road Sw, Roanoke, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children
Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Centers - South Roanoke for exceptional staff care and engaging activities. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with parents highlighting the welcoming atmosphere, strong communication, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. Many families have used the facility for multiple years, indicating high satisfaction and retention.
520 Church Avenue, Roanoke, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children
Kirk Family YMCA receives consistently high praise from parents for its engaging activities, flexible scheduling, and welcoming staff. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, quality swim instruction, and variety of programs including summer camps and recreational classes. The center is noted for making children feel happy and safe.
Based on 64 daycares with Google ratings in Roanoke
Top qualities mentioned across 653 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Roanoke, based on parent reviews
Roanoke zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24016 | 15 | 4.6 | 8 | |
| 24012 | 9 | 4.54 | 5 | |
| 24014 | 7 | 4.51 | 5 | |
| 24019 | 14 | 4.45 | 8 | |
| 24018 | 12 | 4.41 | 5 | |
| 24015 | 11 | 4.33 | 4 | |
| 24017 | 13 | 4.13 | 6 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Roanoke (20–291 children)
Small
up to 30 children
7
Medium
31–75 children
38
Large
76–150 children
22
Very Large
150+ children
18
Highest rated daycares in Roanoke based on parent reviews
217 Hershberger Road, Roanoke, VA
Parents consistently praise HONEYTREE AQUATIC CENTER for its caring and professional staff, particularly highlighting teachers Mrs. Kathy and Ms. Sara. The center offers engaging activities, daily photo updates, and unique amenities including an indoor gym, outdoor pool, after-school programs, and karate club. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment and strong satisfaction with the quality of care.
3101 Cove Road Nw, Roanoke, VA
Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere and spiritual environment of this religious facility. Parents consistently highlight the leadership of Bishop Brown, the caring ministerial staff, and the strong sense of community. The facility is described as clean, spacious, and fostering a powerful spiritual experience.
6032 Cloverdale Road, Roanoke, VA
Orchard Hills Church is a highly-rated religious facility in Roanoke with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming community, friendly staff, beautiful wooded property, and quality facilities for children's activities. The church is noted for its biblical teachings, worship quality, and community involvement.
2619 Belle Avenue, Roanoke, VA
Honeytree Early Learning Center - Belle in Roanoke receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, low teacher turnover, clean facility, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center is described as feeling like a second home for children.
1530 Patrick Road, Roanoke, VA
Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center #3 in Roanoke for its caring, stable staff and strong communication with families. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the dedication of teachers, cleanliness, and low teacher turnover. Parents report their children form strong attachments to teachers and feel secure in the facility's care.
1008 Franklin Road S.W., Roanoke, VA
This facility appears to be a religious community center/food bank rather than a daycare. Reviews consistently praise the helpful staff, food and clothing assistance, and welcoming Christian atmosphere.
Roanoke offers a diverse landscape of childcare options, ranging from church-affiliated programs to independent centers, giving parents plenty of ways to find a good fit. Neighborhoods like 24016 stand out for their consistently high satisfaction levels, while many reviews highlight the importance of clean environments and friendly staff. This directory organizes these 85 facilities to help you compare choices based on real parent experiences.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Roanoke have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 64 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 653 parent reviews. Parents in Roanoke most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, welcoming and friendly staff, and clean facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Roanoke, 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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Parents consistently praise HONEYTREE AQUATIC CENTER for its caring and professional staff, particularly highlighting teachers Mrs. Kathy and Ms. Sara. The center offers engaging activities, daily photo updates, and unique amenities including an indoor gym, outdoor pool, after-school programs, and karate club. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment and strong satisfaction with the quality of care.
One parent describes the staff as amazing with the children and expresses strong satisfaction with the center. The review highlights a loving environment that has left the family very pleased.
Parents highlight the center's cleanliness, friendly and compassionate staff, and effective communication through daily photo updates. Reviewers note that children thrive in the learning environment and appreciate the center's operational reliability during winter weather.
One grandparent highlights the trusted, high-quality care provided by owner Rhonda DeJesus and her staff, noting that the family's positive experience spans from their son's childhood to their granddaughter's attendance. The reviewer emphasizes the professional teaching approach and the peace of mind associated with returning to a familiar, respected provider.
One parent highlights the continuity of the teaching staff and expresses strong affection for the location and the children. The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, focusing on the dedicated educators and the quality of care provided.
One parent describes a positive multi-generational experience, noting that the same owner who previously cared for her son now provides high-quality education for her granddaughter. The review highlights the staff's professional teaching approach and the family's peace of mind regarding the child's care.
Parents highlight the school's loving, family-like atmosphere and highly educated staff who provide individualized care and creative learning experiences. Reviewers note that while the waitlist is long and enrollment begins late, the program offers a strong educational foundation at a reasonable cost.
One parent reports a highly positive experience for all three of their children, highlighting the staff's extensive experience and a rigorous curriculum that prioritizes long-term success. The review emphasizes a nurturing environment grounded in faith and individual care.
Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere and spiritual environment of this religious facility. Parents consistently highlight the leadership of Bishop Brown, the caring ministerial staff, and the strong sense of community. The facility is described as clean, spacious, and fostering a powerful spiritual experience.
West End Center receives uniformly positive feedback from parents whose children attend the after-school program. Parents consistently praise the staff's passion, dedication, and willingness to go above and beyond for the children while maintaining strong family communication.
Cave Spring United Methodist Church in Roanoke is highly praised as a welcoming and family-friendly religious facility with exceptional music programs and engaging pastoral leadership. Reviewers consistently highlight the beautiful facilities, friendly community atmosphere, and quality childcare services provided by vaccinated staff.
St. Philip Lutheran Church's preschool program is highly regarded by parents, with the director noted as having exceptional expertise in early childhood development. The facility itself is praised for being clean, accessible, welcoming, and affordable. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff and warm community atmosphere.
Christ Lutheran Church in Roanoke is a religious facility that receives consistent praise for its welcoming community and kindness. Parents and visitors appreciate the friendly volunteers, community outreach programs, and well-maintained facilities. The church is described as a loving, Christ-centered place of worship with a strong sense of community.
Northview United Methodist Church in Roanoke operates a highly-rated religious facility that serves as both a church and community center. Parents praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, well-maintained facilities including a gym and industrial kitchen, and welcoming environment for families of all needs. The preschool program is specifically highlighted as a strength.
Orchard Hills Church is a highly-rated religious facility in Roanoke with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming community, friendly staff, beautiful wooded property, and quality facilities for children's activities. The church is noted for its biblical teachings, worship quality, and community involvement.
Honeytree Early Learning Center - Belle in Roanoke receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, low teacher turnover, clean facility, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center is described as feeling like a second home for children.
This facility appears to be a religious community center/food bank rather than a daycare. Reviews consistently praise the helpful staff, food and clothing assistance, and welcoming Christian atmosphere.
Shenandoah Baptist Church in Roanoke is highly regarded as a welcoming faith community with strong Bible-based teaching and preaching. Parents praise the church family atmosphere, children's ministries, and friendly congregation. The facility offers religious education, worship services, and community programs.
Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center #3 in Roanoke for its caring, stable staff and strong communication with families. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the dedication of teachers, cleanliness, and low teacher turnover. Parents report their children form strong attachments to teachers and feel secure in the facility's care.
Parents praise First Evangelical Presbyterian Church's warm, welcoming community and sound theology. The facility features beautiful architecture with stained glass and traditional music programs. Parents appreciate the small classroom sizes where teachers know all the children.
One parent describes the facility as a nice church with a strong sense of faith community, while another highlights the variety of offerings. A separate comment appreciates the Christmas program, noting specific musical performances.
HOUSE OF PRAYER is a religious facility in Roanoke, Virginia with a 4.7/5 rating. Reviews consistently praise the church's genuine Christ-centered message, welcoming atmosphere, and quality of preaching. Parents describe it as a down-to-earth, non-pretentious community where they feel spiritually moved.
Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Centers - South Roanoke for exceptional staff care and engaging activities. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with parents highlighting the welcoming atmosphere, strong communication, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. Many families have used the facility for multiple years, indicating high satisfaction and retention.
Kirk Family YMCA receives consistently high praise from parents for its engaging activities, flexible scheduling, and welcoming staff. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, quality swim instruction, and variety of programs including summer camps and recreational classes. The center is noted for making children feel happy and safe.
These reviews describe a church community rather than a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the spiritual environment, teaching quality, and caring congregation. One review addresses an administrative dispute regarding transportation pickup procedures.
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