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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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Ofc/Sacc - Newington Forest
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise the clean pool facilities and friendly, helpful staff. The center offers good amenities including tennis courts and swimming instruction. One parent noted the posted hours may be inaccurate.

Clean poolfriendly lifeguardsswimming instruction for kids
Address
8001 Newington Forest Ave, Springfield, VA
Phone
(703) 455-3847
Christian Child Care INC.
Church Daycare
4.5

Parents consistently praise Christian Child Care for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated leadership under directors Ms. Joy and Ms. Sherry. Children show strong academic progress and emotional development, with parents appreciating daily communication, cleanliness, security, and the Christian values emphasized at the facility.

caring and attentive staffclean and secure facilitystrong academic development
Address
9511 Hull Street Road, North Chesterfield, VA
Phone
(804) 276-2770
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Daleville Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.5

Reviews praise Daleville Baptist Church for its strong biblical teachings, welcoming community, and engaging worship experience. Pastor Wes receives consistent recognition for excellent sermon delivery. The facility is noted for its compassionate spirit and community service.

Pastor Wes's excellent preachingfriendly and welcoming congregationstrong biblical foundation
Address
375 Orchard Drive, Daleville, VA
Phone
(540) 992-4270
St. Thomas Episcopal Church
Church Daycare
4.5

St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Orange, Virginia receives mostly positive feedback, with reviewers praising its warm atmosphere and welcoming community. The facility is noted for its beautiful historic architecture and religious significance. One review was negative without providing specific details.

Warm and inspiring atmospherebeautiful historic churchkind and welcoming congregation
Address
119 Caroline Street, Orange, VA
Phone
(540) 672-2337
Wytheville Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Wytheville Child Development Center is a highly-rated multipurpose facility offering excellent amenities including an indoor pool, rock climbing wall, game room, fitness center, and basketball courts. Parents consistently praise the clean facility, reasonable pricing, friendly staff, and variety of activities available for children and families.

Clean and well-maintained facilityreasonable pricingindoor and outdoor pools
Address
333 Community Blvd., Wytheville, VA
Phone
(276) 223-3531
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Bright Start Preschool I
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Bright Start Preschool in Alexandria consistently receives 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive teachers and strong educational curriculum. Parents highlight the center's commitment to safety, individualized attention, engaging activities, and excellent communication with families. Multiple long-term families credit the program with preparing their children well for kindergarten and beyond.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong academic foundation (letters and math)project-based learning activities
Address
4910 Brenman Park Drive, Alexandria, VA
Phone
(703) 370-8414
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Caroline Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews praise the Caroline Family YMCA for its clean, well-maintained facilities and friendly, knowledgeable staff. Patrons highlight quality equipment, diverse programs and classes, and a welcoming family-friendly environment. The facility is appreciated as a convenient local option offering gym amenities, pools, and childcare services.

Clean and well-maintained facilitymodern and quality equipmentfriendly and approachable staff
Address
17422 Library Boulevard, Ruther Glen, VA
Phone
(804) 448-9622
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I Can Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

I CAN Child Care & Learning Center in Hampton, Virginia receives consistently high praise from parents for its strong academic curriculum and caring staff. Parents report significant academic progress in reading, writing, and math skills, along with positive social and emotional development. The facility is noted for its clean environment, structured yet fun approach to learning, and responsive leadership.

Strong academic curriculum and accelerated learning outcomesclean and spacious facilitiescaring and warm staff
Address
3406 Commander Shepard Boulevard, Hampton, VA
Phone
(757) 766-6161
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Precious Moments Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Precious Moments Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a caring, family-oriented environment. Parents highlight the cleanliness, staff quality, educational focus, and strong communication from the facility. The center is noted for affordable pricing relative to the level of care provided.

Clean facility with daily deep cleaningcaring and well-trained staffstrong parent communication and video updates
Address
1419 25th Street, Newport News, VA
Phone
(757) 244-6130
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Tee Care 4 U Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Tee Care 4 U Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, trustworthy staff and clean facility. Parents report their children experience significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, and behavior while feeling safe and valued. The daycare is described as family-oriented and professionally managed by owner Mrs. Tee.

Patient and nurturing staffclean facilityacademic development (ABCs
Address
6029 Nine Mile Road, Henrico, VA
Phone
(804) 326-0129
Creative Kids Child Development Center 2 LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Creative Kids Child Development Center 2 in Williamsburg receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff led by owner Ms. Tracy, noting their children feel loved, safe, and engaged in learning. All reviewers report positive experiences with child development, communication, and the warm family-like environment.

Loving and nurturing staffprofessional and attentive carestrong early childhood development focus
Address
8582 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, VA
Phone
(757) 229-4984
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Creative Learners Ed. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Creative Learners Ed. Center in Portsmouth receives mostly positive feedback from parents praising the quality of care, educational preparation, and staff relationships. However, one parent raised serious concerns about video access policies, communication, strict late fees, closure charges, staff conduct, and classroom management.

High-quality educational instructionstrong preparation for kindergarten and school successcaring and attentive staff
Address
3200 Victory Blvd, 3204 Victory Blvd, Portsmouth, VA
Phone
(757) 485-0234
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Ffx Pk Auth - South Run Rec Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

South Run Rec Center is highly praised as a comprehensive recreational facility with excellent amenities for families. Parents consistently highlight the high-quality swimming pool with swim classes, spacious grounds with multiple play areas, and clean, well-maintained facilities. The center offers birthday party hosting, field sports, fitness classes, and staff who are friendly and helpful.

excellent swimming pool with varying depths and quality instructionlarge grounds with multiple play areasshaded play structures
Address
7550 Reservation Drive, Springfield, VA
Phone
(703) 866-0566
Veterans Memorial Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Veterans Memorial Park is a well-maintained community park facility in Woodbridge, Virginia, not a traditional daycare center. Reviews praise its diverse recreational amenities, cleanliness, and family-friendly atmosphere for various activities and events.

Multiple sports facilities (baseball diamondsbasketball courtssoccer fields
Address
14300 Featherstone Road, Woodbridge, VA
Phone
(703) 491-2183
Reston Assn-Glade Room Teen Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews praise Glade Room as an excellent community pool facility with well-maintained amenities and attentive staff. Parents highlight the waterslide, diving board, hot tub, and family-friendly features as major attractions. The facility is noted for cleanliness, safety, and good value for season pass holders.

Waterslidediving boardhot tub
Address
11550 Glade Drive, Reston, VA
Phone
(703) 435-6518
The Playhouse Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Playhouse Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, family-oriented environment, excellent communication through the Bright Wheel app, and staff who genuinely engage with and love the children.

Welcoming and loving staffconsistent care across age groupsdaily photo/activity updates via Bright Wheel app
Address
8300 Staples Mill Road, Henrico, VA
Phone
(804) 264-1900
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My Joy Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

My Joy Learning Center in Norfolk receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the staff's dedication, safe and clean environment, and comprehensive care including meals and field trips. Parents report their children develop academically and socially, with many noting significant improvements in behavior and communication after enrolling.

Experienced and stable staffcomprehensive curriculum with academic resultsmeals and snacks included
Address
2804 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 625-5437
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Kiddie College Of Fairfax
Church Daycare
4.5

Kiddie College receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a loving, second-home environment with dedicated staff and owners who are actively involved. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, spacious layout, on-site homemade meals, and strong focus on child development and social-emotional growth. Multiple families report long-term enrollment spanning years and even generations, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

Warm and caring teachersactive and present owners/directorson-site homemade meals prepared daily
Address
3901 Fair Ridge Drive, Suite 200, Fairfax, VA
Phone
(571) 535-4567
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
Boonsboro United Methodist Church
Church Daycare
4.5
Address
113 Coffee Road, Lynchburg, VA
Phone
(434) 384-9212
Chester Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.5

Chester Baptist Church in Chester, Virginia is a welcoming religious facility that serves as a community resource. Reviews consistently praise the warm, friendly atmosphere and kind congregation. The church actively hosts community programs and events.

Welcoming and friendly communitysupportive congregationwelcoming to outside organizations
Address
4317 School Street, Chester, VA
Phone
(804) 748-3257
Chester Presbyterian Church
Church Daycare
4.5

Chester Presbyterian Church is a religious facility that serves as a community hub beyond traditional worship services. Reviews highlight its welcoming atmosphere, beautiful facilities, and active involvement in community programs including scouting, food assistance, and support services.

Friendly and welcoming staffbeautiful church building with pipe organsupports Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts
Address
3424 W. Hundred Road, Chester, VA
Phone
(804) 748-9465
Denbigh United Presbyterian Church
Church Daycare
4.5

Denbigh United Presbyterian Church is a religious facility in Newport News that serves as both a place of worship and community gathering space. Parents and community members consistently praise it for being welcoming, inclusive, and actively engaged in the community through various programs and events.

Friendly and welcoming staffpassionate leadershipdiverse congregation with many families
Address
302 Denbigh Boulevard, Newport News, VA
Phone
(757) 898-1043
King'S Grant Presbyterian Church
Church Daycare
4.5

Note: The reviews provided are for the church itself, not the daycare program. Reviews praise King's Grant Presbyterian Church for its welcoming congregation, engaging sermons by Pastor Chris, quality music program, and community service initiatives. The facility is described as family-friendly with strong involvement in local outreach.

Welcoming and friendly congregationthoughtful and current sermonsoutstanding music program
Address
745 Little Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 340-2840
Kempsville Presbyterian Church
Church Daycare
4.5

Reviews praise Kempsville Presbyterian Church as a welcoming, family-focused community with strong spiritual values and diverse ministries. Parents appreciate the inclusive atmosphere, accessibility features like sign language interpretation, and opportunities for children and families to grow together.

Family-focused environmentwelcoming communitydiverse ministries for children and teens
Address
805 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 495-4611
New Light Full Gospel Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.5

NOTE: This facility is a church, not a daycare center. Reviews primarily praise the church's worship services, pastoral leadership, and community involvement. One reviewer reported experiencing discrimination.

Welcoming and friendly atmospherepowerful preaching and pastorspirit-filled worship services
Address
5549 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 420-0945
Quality
First Presbyterian Church
Church Daycare
4.5

Parents praise the preschool program and teachers, noting that children learn essential skills for success. Reviews highlight appreciation for the church's role in the community and express gratitude for the facility. Most reviewers appear to be church members rather than daycare parents.

Quality preschool instructionskilled teacherscommunity involvement
Address
408 North Jefferson Avenue First Presbyterian Preschool, Pulaski, VA
Phone
(540) 994-0618
The Church Of Saint Clement
Church Daycare
4.5

The Church of Saint Clement is an Episcopal facility in Alexandria, Virginia that receives positive reviews for its welcoming atmosphere, community involvement, and outreach activities. Parents appreciate the warm environment and volunteer opportunities. However, one reviewer expressed concern about political signage and the church's low attendance compared to a neighboring Anglican church.

warm and inviting atmospherestrong community outreach programsvolunteer opportunities
Address
1701 North Quaker Lane, Alexandria, VA
Phone
(703) 998-8795
Calvary Reformed Presbyterian Church
Church Daycare
4.5
Address
403 Whealton Road, Hampton, VA
Phone
(757) 262-0062
Shady Grove United Methodist Church
Church Daycare
4.5

Shady Grove United Methodist Church operates a daycare program called Kitty's Kids that receives consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the warm, welcoming staff, strong curricular activities, and the church's active community engagement and ministry programs.

Warm and welcoming staffwell-planned curricular activitiesactive church community
Address
8209 Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville, VA
Phone
(804) 559-7690

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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.