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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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Leafspring School At Virginia Beach
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents report highly positive experiences with the afterschool program and summer camp, noting that children enjoy the environment so much they resist leaving early. Reviewers highlight the modern facility design and its ability to foster creative, out-of-the-box thinking.

engaging afterschool programstimulating summer campmodern facility design
Address
1973 Sandbridge Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 426-6491
Quality
Mile High Kids & Community Dev. INC. Head Start: St. Aidan'S
Headstart Programs
4.3

One parent reports that the facility failed to notify families about a scabies outbreak for several days and allows children who hit or bite to remain in class without effective intervention. The reviewer also cites staff encouraging the isolation of a specific child as a reason for withdrawing their own child.

Pre-enrollment meeting outlining behavioral expectations
Address
3201 Edinburgh Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 233-0902
Quality
Costello Park Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Costello Park Preschool is a park facility in Manassas Park with consistently positive reviews praising the natural setting and staff. Parents appreciate it as a place for children and families to spend time outdoors, though some note the fields have declined in condition over the years.

Nice staffbeautiful natural settinggood for outdoor activities with children
Address
99 Adams Street, Manassas Park, VA
Phone
(703) 335-8872
Quality
Smart Cookie Learning Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents describe Smart Cookie Learning Center II as a nurturing and professional environment where teachers treat children with care and attention. Reviewers highlight the clean facility and the office staff's active role in ensuring proper educational development. The few reviews so far emphasize that children enjoy attending and are well-prepared for future schooling.

nurturing teachersprofessional office staffclean facility
Address
3201 Broad Rock Blvd., Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 231-3808
Quality
Amanda'S Development Child Care LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents highlight the center's engaging curriculum, noting that their children learn foundational skills like spelling and counting while enjoying their time there. Staff are praised for being sweet and patient, particularly when managing active or hyper children, which provides peace of mind for working parents.

Engaging curriculumacademic progressfun environment
Address
2004 Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA
Phone
(757) 245-5200
Quality
Caterpillar Clubhouse # 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One parent reports that their son thrived in the preschool program, becoming more knowledgeable and curious under the leadership of Shelly and her team. Another reviewer notes that their special needs daughter has made significant speech progress and enjoys the daily activities and care. A third parent highlights the staff's responsiveness to issues and the engaging weekly summer program events.

improved speech and communication skillsknowledgeable and curious child developmentresponsive and willing leadership
Address
664 Village Highway, Rustburg, VA
Phone
(434) 332-6078
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Azalea Garden Church
Church Daycare
4.3

Parents consistently praise Azalea Garden Church for its welcoming community, spiritually-focused leadership under Pastor Rodney, and strong children's ministry. Reviewers highlight the church's Bible-based teachings, community events, and supportive environment for families at all stages of faith.

Welcoming and inclusive communitybiblical teachingpassionate pastoral leadership
Address
1541 Centerville Turnpike, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 424-2501
Hope Lutheran Church
Church Daycare
4.3

Hope Lutheran Church daycare receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing, faith-based environment. Parents report their children make strong academic and social progress, with teachers going above and beyond in their care and attention. The facility is described as welcoming and community-oriented.

Caring and dedicated staffpatient and encouraging teachersstrong academic progress
Address
5350 Providence Road, Va. Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 424-4894
Mile High Kids Community Dev. INC. Head Start: Hampshire Lane
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One parent reports a significant communication delay regarding a scabies outbreak, noting that families were not notified until several days after the incident began. The reviewer also highlights concerns about how behavioral issues are handled, specifically citing the isolation of a disruptive child rather than appropriate intervention.

None mentioned
Address
5691 Hampshire Lane, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 227-5810
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Parish Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents highlight the school’s individualized care, noting that staff members know children by name and proactively address specific emotional needs, such as providing storage for a child's cherished items. The environment is described as engaging with frequent outdoor activities, meals, and community events, fostering strong confidence and happiness in students. However, one parent reported a negative experience regarding the school's handling of special needs, citing a lack of understanding and inappropriate communication among staff about an autistic child.

Staff know children by name and provide individualized emotional supportproactive problem-solving for specific child needsengaging outdoor activities and water play
Address
2020 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 428-6763
Quality
St. Matthew'S Catholic School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

St. Matthew's Catholic School is highly regarded by parents for its strong Catholic values and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is praised for its dedicated teachers, high academic standards, and unique amenities like perpetual adoration chapel and multiple mass times. Parents consistently describe the parish and school environment as warm, organized, and supportive.

Perpetual adoration chapelmultiple mass times availableconnected pre-K through 8th grade school
Address
3316 Sandra Lane, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 420-2455
Mile High Kids & Community Dev. INC. Head Start: Atlantis Camp
Headstart Programs
4.3

One parent reports a delayed notification regarding a scabies outbreak and describes inadequate handling of behavioral issues, including isolation strategies for disruptive children. The reviewer ultimately withdrew their child due to concerns about safety and staff responses to conflicts.

Address
999 Atlantis Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 226-7111
Greater Mt. Calvary Christian Church
Church Daycare
4.3

This religious facility in Manassas receives mixed feedback. Most reviews praise the church's fellowship, worship services, and friendly community atmosphere. However, one parent reported a negative experience with staff rudeness when seeking assistance.

authentic pastorfriendly congregationwelcoming community
Address
9514 Westmoreland Avenue, Manassas, VA
Phone
(703) 368-5941
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First Baptist Weekday School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

First Baptist Weekday School is a church-based center in Suffolk, Virginia with overwhelmingly positive reviews (all 5/5 stars). Parents praise the friendly and welcoming environment, quality staff and teachers, and positive experiences with programs like AWANA and summer Bible camp. The facility features a beautiful building and supportive pastoral leadership.

Friendly and welcoming staffgreat teacherschildren building confidence
Address
237 North Main Street, Suffolk, VA
Phone
(757) 925-0274
Franklin County Ymca School-Age Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents praise the Franklin County YMCA School-Age Child Care Program for its friendly staff, diverse activities, and welcoming environment. The facility offers sports programs, swimming, fitness classes, and after-school care that children enjoy. Parents feel their children are safe and appreciate the staff's engagement and community involvement.

Friendly and welcoming staffdiverse activities (basketballswimming
Address
235 Technology Drive, Rocky Mount, VA
Phone
(540) 489-9622
Church Of Christ At Mountain View
Church Daycare
4.3

This facility is a religious church community, not a traditional daycare center. Reviews praise the congregation for biblical teachings, welcoming atmosphere, and strong Christian values. Parents appreciate the authentic spiritual environment and community support.

Biblical instructionwelcoming and loving communityauthentic Christian values
Address
153 Narrow Lane, Winchester, VA
Phone
(540) 869-2941
James L. And Juliette Mcneil Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents overwhelmingly praise James L. and Juliette McNeil Preschool Academy for its caring, well-trained staff, individualized child development, and nurturing environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and making excellent progress. One reviewer raised concerns about violations and complaints that warrant investigation.

Caring and dedicated staffexcellent communication with parentsindividualized child development
Address
8543 Forest Place, Alexandria, VA
Phone
(571) 480-4261
Quality
Daystar Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One parent highlights low teacher turnover, convenient hours, and a home-like warmth, while another reports inconsistent communication, rude staff behavior, poor cleanliness, and a lack of engagement that caused child anxiety. The facility's separation from the road is viewed positively, but the absence of classroom cameras and daily photo updates is noted by the satisfied family as a neutral or positive factor due to reduced staff distraction. Conversely, the dissatisfied family experienced long wait times at drop-off, soiled diapers, and overwhelmed staff, leading to their departure.

low teacher turnoverconvenient hours (7am-6pm)included meals
Address
6409 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, VA
Phone
(703) 924-1410
Quality
Sparkles! At Fair Oaks
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Sparkles! at Fair Oaks for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents appreciating the live classroom camera access, extended hours, and family-oriented atmosphere. The facility is described as welcoming, clean, and offering age-appropriate enrichment activities.

Caring and attentive teacherslive camera access to classroomsextended hours for working parents
Address
12001 Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA
Phone
(703) 502-8100
Quality
The Merit School Of Quantico Corporate Center (#66)
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Merit School of Quantico Corporate Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the exceptional care, nurturing environment, and academic curriculum, particularly praising specific teachers and administrators. The facility is noted for excellent communication through the Procare app, photos, and daily updates that help ease parental concerns.

Caring and patient teacherswarm and loving e
Address
400 Corporate Drive, Suite 100, Stafford, VA
Phone
(703) 291-5224
Quality
Ymca School Age Child Care @ Blocker Norfolk Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents praise the YMCA School Age Child Care for its clean, well-maintained facility and exceptionally friendly, helpful staff who go above and beyond. The childcare area offers good visibility and supervision, allowing parents to enjoy the extensive gym amenities with confidence. Overall experience is highly positive with reasonable pricing and diverse activities.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffattentive childcare supervision
Address
312 West Bute Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 622-9622
Greenbrier Manor School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Greenbrier Manor School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents regarding staff quality, curriculum, and child development outcomes. Parents consistently praise teachers for their genuine care and attentiveness. Two negative reviews cited poor customer service and unprofessional phone interactions.

Caring and attentive staffstrong curriculum in reading/writing/mathchildren report positive experiences
Address
700 Warrington Square, Chesapeake, VA
Phone
(757) 548-9292
Children First Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents highlight the supportive, professional, and educated staff who provide comprehensive care ranging from preschool to summer camps. Reviewers note that the center successfully fosters academic growth and social development, leaving families highly satisfied with the experience.

supportive and friendly staffprofessional and educated teamcomprehensive programs including preschool and before/after school care
Address
5000 Us Highway 29, Blairs, VA
Phone
(434) 836-9156
Quality
Lifetime Wellness Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

LIFETIME WELLNESS CENTER appears to be a gym and wellness facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the facility's cleanliness, amenities (pools, gym equipment, therapy pool), scenic mountain views, and friendly staff. Parents appreciate the childcare program offered for gym members.

Clean facilityexcellent amenities (poolsgym equipment
Address
One Health Way, Marion, VA
Phone
(276) 782-1199
Bermuda Hundred Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents highlight the center's long-standing history and deeply caring, patient staff, noting that children enjoy the program and summer activities. One reviewer mentions a child contracting hand, foot, and mouth disease, though they emphasize that this was also experienced at a previous daycare.

caring and devoted teacherspatient stafftrustworthy environment
Address
2025 Florence Avenue, Chester, VA
Phone
(804) 319-9183
Quality
The Kensington School - Toano
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents describe The Kensington School as a thoughtfully run, clean, and organized center where staff are highly attentive and responsive to individual needs. Reviewers highlight the age-appropriate curriculum and the staff's commitment to safety and professional development, noting that children enjoy their time there. The primary drawback cited is the absence of a first-grade program, which forces families to leave after kindergarten.

Thoughtful and knowledgeable staffclean and organized environmentage-appropriate and challenging classrooms
Address
8300 Richmond Road, Toano, VA
Phone
(757) 645-2047
The Greenhouse Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents highlight the facility's welcoming staff and reliable care, with long-term families noting their children's happiness and satisfaction. However, one parent reports significant frustration regarding a lengthy waiting list and perceived lack of transparency in enrollment.

wonderful staffreliable carehappy children
Address
23000 Cox Road, North Dinwiddie, VA
Phone
(804) 733-0291
Quality
Ymca Land Of Wonder Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents praise the YMCA Land of Wonder Preschool for its friendly and welcoming staff, diverse activities, and safe environment for children. The facility is highly regarded for its various programs including sports, swimming, and fitness classes for multiple age groups. Parents consistently express satisfaction with the quality of care and community atmosphere.

Friendly and welcoming staffsafe environment for childrenvariety of activities and classes
Address
295 Technology Drive, Rocky Mount, VA
Phone
(540) 489-9622
Quality
Auburn Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.3

Auburn Baptist Church is consistently praised by visitors for its welcoming atmosphere and biblical teachings. Reviewers highlight the pastor's genuine care for the congregation and the community's strong Christian values. The church is noted for maintaining traditional hymns while creating a warm, inclusive environment.

Friendly and welcoming membersstrong pastoral leadershipbiblical instruction
Address
3840 Riner Road, Riner, VA
Phone
(540) 382-8824
Haysi Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.3

There is a significant data quality issue with these reviews. The reviews appear to be for a pharmacy or drug store, not a daycare center. No actual parent reviews about daycare services, child care quality, safety, or educational programs are present.

Unable to assess - reviews are not about daycare services
Address
320 Main Street, Haysi, VA
Phone
(276) 679-0518 EXT 149

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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.