Best Daycare Centers in Salem, VA
Compare 23 daycare centers in Salem. Average rating: 4.58/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Salem, Virginia at a glance
- Daycares
- 23
- Avg rating
- 4.58/5
- Parent reviews
- 146
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 8
Salem has 23 licensed daycares with 146 parent reviews averaging 4.58/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 80% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 24153 zip code, averaging 4.58 stars across 23 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Salem
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.
- 1Honeytree Early Learning Center #4 - Lewis Gale4.72 score4.9(20)
1980 Electric Road, Salem, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 238 children
Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center #4 for its safe, caring environment and dedicated staff. Multiple reviews highlight significant positive developmental progress in children, including improved social skills, behavior, and learning. Parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in the facility's care.
Patient and kind teachersstrong staff-child relationshipschild developmental progresssafe and clean facility - 2Honeytree Early Learning Center #14.64 score4.8(20)
2111 Roanoke Blvd, Salem, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 160 children
Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center for its caring staff, effective leadership under director Shayla, and strong communication through the Tadpoles app. One parent noted staffing reliability issues and occasional cleanliness concerns, but most reviews emphasize the welcoming environment and quality care.
Kind and caring staffexcellent director Shaylaimproved communicationdaily photo updates - 3Salem Ymca Summercamp4.56 score4.7(20)
1126 Kime Lane, Salem, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 200 children
Salem YMCA Summercamp receives consistently high ratings (5/5 stars across all reviews). Parents praise the caring staff, clean facilities, diverse programming including swimming, and comprehensive summer camp offerings with meals and field trips.
Friendly and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesexcellent swimming programs with practice time beyond lessonsvariety of classes and activities - 4Lakeside Baptist Church4.56 score4.7(20)
447 Dalewood Avenue, Salem, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 375 children
Lakeside Baptist Church in Salem, Virginia is a religious facility that operates a daycare program. Parents consistently praise the staff, safety practices, educational quality, and family-oriented environment, with particular emphasis on the center's commitment to child care over cost-cutting measures.
Excellent staff and directorstrong focus on child safetyadvanced educational outcomesfull staffing levels maintained throughout the day - 5Bethel Baptist Church4.48 score4.6(20)
1601 S. Colorado Street, Salem, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children
Bethel Baptist Church in Salem, Virginia operates a preschool and after-school program that receives consistent praise from parents. Reviewers highlight dedicated teachers and staff who go above their duties, quality biblical-based instruction, and welcoming community environment. The facility is part of an active church with various children's programs for all ages.
Dedicated and caring teachersbiblical teachingquality preschool programafter-school programs - 6Small Steps Learning Academy4.35 score4.6(7)
2131 Apperson Drive, Salem, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
Small Steps Learning Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring staff, clean environment, and family-like atmosphere. Parents consistently praise the communication, attention to detail, and genuine dedication of the team. However, one parent reported significant communication issues and unresolved inquiries over a 9-week period.
Compassionate and professional staffexceptional cleanliness and organizationstrong communication with parentsfamily-like atmosphere
Rating Distribution
Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Salem
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Salem, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Salem zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24153 | 23 | 4.58 | 8 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Salem (10–375 children)
Small
up to 30 children
2
Medium
31–75 children
7
Large
76–150 children
8
Very Large
150+ children
6
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Salem based on parent reviews
Honeytree Early Learning Center #4 - Lewis Gale
1980 Electric Road, Salem, VA
Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center #4 for its safe, caring environment and dedicated staff. Multiple reviews highlight significant positive developmental progress in children, including improved social skills, behavior, and learning. Parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in the facility's care.
Honeytree Early Learning Center #1
2111 Roanoke Blvd, Salem, VA
Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center for its caring staff, effective leadership under director Shayla, and strong communication through the Tadpoles app. One parent noted staffing reliability issues and occasional cleanliness concerns, but most reviews emphasize the welcoming environment and quality care.
Salem Ymca Summercamp
1126 Kime Lane, Salem, VA
Salem YMCA Summercamp receives consistently high ratings (5/5 stars across all reviews). Parents praise the caring staff, clean facilities, diverse programming including swimming, and comprehensive summer camp offerings with meals and field trips.
Lakeside Baptist Church
447 Dalewood Avenue, Salem, VA
Lakeside Baptist Church in Salem, Virginia is a religious facility that operates a daycare program. Parents consistently praise the staff, safety practices, educational quality, and family-oriented environment, with particular emphasis on the center's commitment to child care over cost-cutting measures.
Bethel Baptist Church
1601 S. Colorado Street, Salem, VA
Bethel Baptist Church in Salem, Virginia operates a preschool and after-school program that receives consistent praise from parents. Reviewers highlight dedicated teachers and staff who go above their duties, quality biblical-based instruction, and welcoming community environment. The facility is part of an active church with various children's programs for all ages.
Small Steps Learning Academy
2131 Apperson Drive, Salem, VA
Small Steps Learning Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring staff, clean environment, and family-like atmosphere. Parents consistently praise the communication, attention to detail, and genuine dedication of the team. However, one parent reported significant communication issues and unresolved inquiries over a 9-week period.
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Daycare Centers in Salem, Virginia
There are 23 daycare centers in Salem, Virginia. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Salem have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.62 stars. Our analysis covers 146 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Salem, 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 Salem
Showing 23 results
- Address
- 1760 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 342-2350
Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center #4 for its safe, caring environment and dedicated staff. Multiple reviews highlight significant positive developmental progress in children, including improved social skills, behavior, and learning. Parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in the facility's care.
- Address
- 1980 Electric Road, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 769-2300
- Quality
Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center for its caring staff, effective leadership under director Shayla, and strong communication through the Tadpoles app. One parent noted staffing reliability issues and occasional cleanliness concerns, but most reviews emphasize the welcoming environment and quality care.
- Address
- 2111 Roanoke Blvd, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 344-6811
- Quality
- Address
- 428 College Avenue, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 389-0132
Salem YMCA Summercamp receives consistently high ratings (5/5 stars across all reviews). Parents praise the caring staff, clean facilities, diverse programming including swimming, and comprehensive summer camp offerings with meals and field trips.
- Address
- 1126 Kime Lane, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 387-9622
Lakeside Baptist Church in Salem, Virginia is a religious facility that operates a daycare program. Parents consistently praise the staff, safety practices, educational quality, and family-oriented environment, with particular emphasis on the center's commitment to child care over cost-cutting measures.
- Address
- 447 Dalewood Avenue, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 986-0062
Small Steps Learning Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its caring staff, clean environment, and family-like atmosphere. Parents consistently praise the communication, attention to detail, and genuine dedication of the team. However, one parent reported significant communication issues and unresolved inquiries over a 9-week period.
- Address
- 2131 Apperson Drive, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 904-6808
- Quality
Bethel Baptist Church in Salem, Virginia operates a preschool and after-school program that receives consistent praise from parents. Reviewers highlight dedicated teachers and staff who go above their duties, quality biblical-based instruction, and welcoming community environment. The facility is part of an active church with various children's programs for all ages.
- Address
- 1601 S. Colorado Street, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 389-0550
Several parents describe the church as welcoming, noting the kindness of its members and the quality of its children's programs. However, one parent reports serious behavioral issues, alleging that staff members verbally abused and inappropriately punished a child.
- Address
- 4215 West Main Street, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 380-2044
Parents highlight the staff's patience with non-English speaking children and their affectionate treatment of kids as their own. However, one review reports significant concerns regarding the facility's inability to handle toddlers and unprofessional office interactions.
- Address
- 955 Bird Lane, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 389-7371
- Quality
- Address
- 101 Corporate Boulevard, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 387-1523
- Address
- 402 S. Colorado Street, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 375-4520
- Address
- 6 E 4th St., Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 855-1859
Mini World Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth and communication, with parents noting significant improvements in their children's adjustment and comfort. However, a small number of negative reviews describe inconsistent handling of behavioral issues, questionable dismissal practices, and billing disputes that resulted in legal action.
- Address
- 501 Colorado Street, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 387-3225
- Quality
Wesleyan Preschool receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Visitors and parents praise the respectful and well-behaved children, dedicated teachers who are structured yet enjoy their work, and the welcoming facility and community atmosphere.
- Address
- 125 West Main Street, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 389-5144
- Address
- 1765 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 798-6361
- Quality
- Address
- 1600 Carolyn Road, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 855-1564
- Quality
- Address
- 1031 South College Avenue, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 389-9506
- Quality
- Address
- 2040 Apperson Drive, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 989-3096
- Address
- 1299 S. Colorado Street, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 404-4813
- Address
- 107 Corporate Blvd, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 387-1521
- Address
- 520 Bruffey Street, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 387-9622
- Quality
- Address
- 42 East Main Street, Salem, VA
- Phone
- (540) 389-4087
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 15 facilities
- Church Daycare — 6 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities