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3,578 Daycare Centers in Virginia

Browse 3,578 daycare centers across Virginia. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Virginia

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Virginia can make the decision-making process smoother.

Virginia has about 3,578 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Virginia. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Virginia

There are 3,578 daycares in Virginia: 173 headstart facilities, 188 before/after school centers, 869 religious facility daycares, and 2,348 childcare and preschool centers.

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Freedom Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Freedom Montessori School in Chantilly receives consistently high praise from parents who report significant developmental progress in their children across all age groups. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff led by Director Dimple, the home-like environment, and the effectiveness of the Montessori teaching approach. Families consistently express satisfaction with communication, safety protocols, and their children's enthusiasm for attending.

Montessori-based curriculumindividualized learning pacestrong child development outcomes
Address
4229 Lafayette Center Drive, #1825, Chantilly, VA
Phone
(703) 955-7920
Quality
Truro Anglican Church
Church Daycare
4.9

Truro Anglican Church in Fairfax is highly rated as a welcoming, Christ-centered community with strong family and children's programming. Parents consistently praise the warm atmosphere, quality worship experience, and trained staff dedicated to serving families and children.

Welcoming and friendly communityChrist-centered worshipquality children's church programs
Address
10520 Main Street, Fairfax, VA
Phone
(703) 691-1006
Fullness Of The Spirit Ministries
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Reviews describe Fullness of the Spirit Ministries as a welcoming church community with meaningful worship and authentic spiritual atmosphere. Parents consistently praise the warm, family-friendly environment and the pastor's powerful teaching. However, these reviews appear to be for the church itself rather than the daycare center.

welcoming and warm communityauthentic worshippowerful sermons
Address
730 Canal Drive, Chesapeake, VA
Phone
(757) 487-5513
Jerusalem Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.9

Jerusalem Baptist Church in Fairfax Station is a religious facility with consistently high ratings. Parents praise it as a Christ-centered, Bible-based church with quality preschool and children's programming including AWANA and Sunday School. The facility offers multilingual fellowship groups and is described as welcoming for both children and adults.

Bible-based curriculumChrist-centered environmentquality preschool teaching
Address
5424 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA
Phone
(703) 278-8166 EXT 101
Winwood Children'S Center III
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Winwood Children's Center III in Reston receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong developmental progress of their children. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, cleanliness, safety protocols, and a nurturing environment that makes children eager to attend. The center appears to excel across all age groups from infants through preschool.

Attentive and nurturing teacherspersonalized attentionexcellent parent communication
Address
1841 Explorer Street, Reston, VA
Phone
(703) 787-0533
Quality
The Vine Preschool
Church Daycare
4.9

The Vine Preschool receives consistently outstanding reviews from parents who praise the caring, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents report their children are excited to attend, well-prepared for kindergarten, and form lasting bonds with teachers. The facility is described as a welcoming second home that prioritizes individual child development and maintains strong parent communication.

caring and dedicated teacherschild-centered approachstrong kindergarten preparation
Address
8412 Richmond Avenue, Alexandria, VA
Phone
(703) 780-1810
Quality
Beth Car Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.9
Address
25 Church Street, Halifax, VA
Phone
(434) 476-5030
Congregation Beth Israel
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

These reviews do not pertain to daycare services. They describe Congregation Beth Israel as a vibrant synagogue with strong community, welcoming staff, and various religious and educational programs. The reviews praise the congregation's support, kindness, and active engagement with the Charlottesville Jewish community.

Welcoming and caring communityresponsive and kind staffreligious education programs (Hebrew school and religious school)
Address
301 East Jefferson Street, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 295-6382
Barrett Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Barrett Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a loving, nurturing facility with dedicated and experienced teachers. Parents emphasize the home-like atmosphere, focus on child development across all areas, and the center's long-standing reputation (over 60 years) as one of the best early learning centers in Charlottesville.

Caring and dedicated teachershome-like atmospheresafe environment
Address
410 Ridge Street, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 295-9202
Quality
Fresh Start Ministries
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently rate Fresh Start Ministries highly, with an average of 4.8/5 across recent reviews. Feedback emphasizes the faith-based, spirit-filled nature of the ministry and the loving environment provided. No specific operational or care details are mentioned in the reviews.

Faith-based environmentloving atmospherespiritual focus
Address
219 Clearview Drive, Martinsville, VA
Phone
(276) 634-5526
Quality
West End Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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.

Passionate and dedicated staffchildren enjoy attendingstaff goes above and beyond
Address
1226 Patterson Avenue S.W., Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 342-0902
White Oak Early Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

White Oak Early Childcare Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, patient staff, nurturing environment, and strong focus on child development and learning. Families report high satisfaction with the center's communication, programs, and preparation for kindergarten.

Caring and patient staffSafe and nurturing environmentStrong child development and growth
Address
6171 Memorial Drive, Sandston, VA
Phone
(804) 737-7575
Quality
Little Rocketeers Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Rocketeers receives consistently high praise from parents for exceptional staff care, clear developmental progress in children, and strong parent communication. Parents particularly highlight the bilingual (English/Spanish) environment, welcoming atmosphere, and the dedicated director Ms. Bianca. The facility is noted for making transitions to daycare smooth and helping children build confidence and social skills.

Warm and caring staffDirector Ms. Bianca highly responsiveBilingual education (English/Spanish)
Address
9345 Devlins Grove Place, Bristow, VA
Phone
(571) 248-6959
Quality
Daytime Playtime Enrichment Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Tiny City Academy for its nurturing, safe environment and caring, attentive staff. Children show strong development through varied activities including reading, crafts, outdoor play, and music. Families appreciate daily photo/video updates, flexible hours, and the center's focus on independence and skill-building.

Warm and nurturing environmentkind and caring teachersdaily communication with photos/videos
Address
14680 Gap Way, Gainesville, VA
Phone
(703) 754-8463
Quality
Winwood Children'S Center IV
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Winwood Children's Center IV receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parent reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, dedicated staff who treat children like their own, the welcoming atmosphere, and strong developmental and educational outcomes across all age groups from infants through pre-kindergarten.

Caring and dedicated staffwarm and welcoming atmospherestrong educational programs
Address
7830 Old Linton Hall Road, Gainesville, VA
Phone
(571) 261-5566
Quality
The Peninsula Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The Peninsula Academy receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising its caring, qualified staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight strong teacher-child relationships, quality curriculum, excellent communication, and successful kindergarten preparation. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially while feeling loved and valued.

Caring and loving staffpersonalized attention to each childquality curriculum
Address
3311 Hampton Highway, Yorktown, VA
Phone
(757) 337-0080
Bright Mind Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Bright Mind Preschool as a caring, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. Staff are noted for their genuine dedication, strong communication, and ability to make families feel welcome. Multiple military families specifically mention the school's welcoming atmosphere and the difficulty of leaving when relocating.

Caring and patient staffsmall class sizesstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
322 N. Alfred Street, Alexandria, VA
Phone
(703) 928-0591
Quality
St. John'S United Methodist Church
Church Daycare
4.9

St. John's United Methodist Church in Springfield offers PreK and childcare services with extended hours (8:00am-5:30pm). Parents consistently praise the caring teachers, low child-to-teacher ratios, creative programming including daily rhythm classes, and welcoming environment. The facility features a shaded playground and maintains clean classrooms.

caring and nice teacherslow child-to-teacher ratiocreative art projects
Address
5312 Backlick Road St. John'S Center For Ece, Springfield, VA
Phone
(703) 256-7748
The Ivy Preparatory School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Note: The reviews provided are for The Kensington Reston, an assisted living facility for seniors, not a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise exceptional care quality, highly trained and compassionate staff with low turnover, beautiful facilities, and strong family communication. Residents report feeling valued and engaged through daily activities and programs.

Compassionate and attentive staffprofessional care deliverybeautiful and clean facilities
Address
11501 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA
Phone
(571) 250-7078
Quality
Tysons Corner Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Tysons Corner Children's Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, engaging curriculum, and strong sense of community. The facility is noted for its clean environment, outdoor nature access, and supportive administration.

experienced and caring teachersbright and well-equipped classroomsengaging lesson plans and activities
Address
1600 Spring Hill Road, Suite 160, Vienna, VA
Phone
(703) 761-1161
Armed Services Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Armed Services YMCA for its educational approach, enriching activities, and strong support for military families. The center offers structured learning with hands-on activities, field trips, and community programs like Operation Little Learners. Families appreciate the caring staff, affordability through tuition scholarships, and additional resources such as food pantries and community events.

Educational curriculum with structured learning and creative playenriching field trips and community experiencesOperation Little Learners program
Address
1465 Lakeside Road, Va. Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 363-1884
Quality
Cave Spring United Methodist Church
Church Daycare
4.9

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.

Welcoming and friendly congregationbeautiful chapel with excellent lightingoutstanding music programs and organist/pianist
Address
4505 Hazel Drive, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 989-3673
Honeytree Early Learning Center #4 - Lewis Gale
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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 progress
Address
1980 Electric Road, Salem, VA
Phone
(540) 769-2300
Quality
Princess Anne Plaza Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.9

Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and friendly leadership at this religious facility. Reviews highlight positive experiences with pastoral staff and family-oriented programming. One reviewer noted the basketball court is smaller than a typical YMCA facility.

Friendly and welcoming pastorsstrong sense of communitychildcare services available
Address
245 South Rosemont Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 486-4227
Quality
Discovery World Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
123 West Ellerslie Avenue, Colonial Heights, VA
Phone
(804) 520-1590
Quality
Episcopal Church Of Leeds Parish
Church Daycare
4.9

Episcopal Church of Leeds Parish is highly rated by visitors who praise it as a welcoming and inclusive community church. Parents appreciate the serene rural setting, loving atmosphere, and strong sense of belonging. The facility is described as well-maintained with historical significance dating to the mid-1700s.

Welcoming and inclusive communityloving and supportive environmentno judgments
Address
4332 Leeds Manor Road, Markham, VA
Phone
(540) 364-2849
Honeytree Early Learning Center - Smith Mountain Lake
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise HoneyTree Early Learning Center - Smith Mountain Lake for its warm, caring staff and individualized attention to children's needs. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over years and report strong communication through daily photos and updates. Children show enthusiasm for attending and parents report peace of mind leaving their kids in the center's care.

Dedicated and loving staffpatient care for special needs childrendaily communication with photos and reports
Address
7000 Booker T. Washington Highway, Wirtz, VA
Phone
(540) 721-4420
Quality
Kingston Parish Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

These reviews appear to be for a church parish rather than a daycare center. Reviewers praise the community involvement, fellowship events, and services provided. The facility is described as spirit-filled and historically significant.

Community involvementfellowship events (soup ministry)memorial services
Address
370 Main Street, Mathews, VA
Phone
(804) 725-3211
Ox Hill Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.9

Ox Hill Baptist Church in Chantilly receives perfect 5-star ratings from reviewers who praise its welcoming community atmosphere and quality children's programs. Parents highlight the church's engaging activities for kids, friendly staff, and strong sense of community that extends beyond Sunday services. The facility is noted for good amenities including ample parking and well-maintained bathrooms.

Excellent children's programswonderful staffwelcoming community
Address
4101 Elmwood Street Mother'S Day Out Program, Chantilly, VA
Phone
(703) 378-0674
Children'S House Of Galilee
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

NOTE: Reviews provided are for a church (Children's House of Galilee), not a daycare center. Reviews praise the congregation, sermons, welcoming atmosphere, and community programs. Parents appreciate the clergy, fellowship opportunities, and family-oriented environment.

Warm and welcoming communityquality preaching and biblical teachingmultiple service times
Address
3928 Pacific Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 428-1034

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3,578 all daycares across Virginia. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Virginia are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Virginia's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Virginia, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Virginia sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Virginia vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.