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Best Daycare Centers in Buckhannon, WV

Compare 11 daycare centers in Buckhannon. Average rating: 3.35/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Buckhannon, West Virginia at a glance

Daycares
11
Avg rating
3.35/5
Parent reviews
35
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Buckhannon has 11 licensed daycares with 35 parent reviews averaging 3.35/5.The largest concentration is in 26201 with 11 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Buckhannon

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.

  1. 1
    Upshur Human Resource.INC.Dba Buckhannon Head Start
    4.49 score
    4.9(6)

    8 Cleveland Ave, Buckhannon, WV · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 40 children

    Parents praise Buckhannon Head Start for its professional and kind staff who work well with children. The facility is described as a good learning environment. One parent preferred it over an alternative location.

    Nice and professional staffgreat with kidsgood learning environmentstaff deserving of credit
  2. 2
    Mountain Cap Of Wv, INC., A Child Development Center At Tennerton
    3.55 score
    3.3(9)

    26 N Kanawha St, Buckhannon, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

    Mountain Cap of WV has mixed reviews with significant communication issues. Parents praise the staff's helpfulness and courtesy, but multiple reviewers report poor accessibility and unresponsiveness. Serious concerns about management conduct and HUD compliance violations are also raised.

    Helpful and courteous staffawesome people
  3. 3
    Mountain Cap Of Wv
    3.55 score
    3.3(9)

    10 Tennerton Dr, Buckhannon, WV · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 67 children

    Mountain Cap of WV has mixed reviews with significant communication and service concerns. While some parents praise the staff as awesome and helpful, others report serious issues with management professionalism, unresponsiveness, and alleged discriminatory practices.

    Helpful and courteous staffawesome peoplegood directions/map
  4. 4
    Mountain Cap Of Wv, INC. Cowen Center
    3.55 score
    3.3(9)

    26 N Kanawha St, Buckhannon, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Reviews are mixed and largely inconsistent. Positive comments praise staff helpfulness and courtesy, while negative reviews cite communication issues, unresponsiveness, and serious allegations regarding discriminatory practices and unprofessional management. Some reviews appear unrelated to daycare services.

    Helpful and courteous staffawesome people

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Buckhannon

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
4
Below 3
1

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 35 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Helpful and courteous staff
3
2Awesome people
3

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Buckhannon, based on parent reviews

Headstart Programs

4.1avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

2.97avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Buckhannon zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2620111
3.35
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Buckhannon (20–98 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Buckhannon based on parent reviews

Upshur Human Resource.INC.Dba Buckhannon Head Start

4.9(6)

8 Cleveland Ave, Buckhannon, WV

Parents praise Buckhannon Head Start for its professional and kind staff who work well with children. The facility is described as a good learning environment. One parent preferred it over an alternative location.

Nice and professional staffgreat with kidsgood learning environment

Little Ones Place Christian Child Care Center, LLC

3(1)

Po Box 686, Buckhannon, WV

Child Development Center Of Central W V, INC.

2.3(1)

20 Camden Ave, Buckhannon, WV

One parent reports a serious allegation involving sexual assault by a staff member, describing the experience as traumatic and fatal. This single account highlights extreme safety concerns without providing further operational details.

Mountain Cap Of Wv, INC., A Child Development Center At Tennerton

3.3(9)

26 N Kanawha St, Buckhannon, WV

Mountain Cap of WV has mixed reviews with significant communication issues. Parents praise the staff's helpfulness and courtesy, but multiple reviewers report poor accessibility and unresponsiveness. Serious concerns about management conduct and HUD compliance violations are also raised.

Helpful and courteous staffawesome people

Mountain Cap Of Wv

3.3(9)

10 Tennerton Dr, Buckhannon, WV

Mountain Cap of WV has mixed reviews with significant communication and service concerns. While some parents praise the staff as awesome and helpful, others report serious issues with management professionalism, unresponsiveness, and alleged discriminatory practices.

Helpful and courteous staffawesome peoplegood directions/map

Mountain Cap Of Wv, INC. Cowen Center

3.3(9)

26 N Kanawha St, Buckhannon, WV

Reviews are mixed and largely inconsistent. Positive comments praise staff helpfulness and courtesy, while negative reviews cite communication issues, unresponsiveness, and serious allegations regarding discriminatory practices and unprofessional management. Some reviews appear unrelated to daycare services.

Helpful and courteous staffawesome people

Map

Daycare types in Buckhannon

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 5Church Daycare 1

Daycare Centers in Buckhannon, West Virginia

There are 11 daycare centers in Buckhannon, West 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 Buckhannon have an average rating of 3.35 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 17% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.1 stars. Our analysis covers 35 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Buckhannon, 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 Buckhannon

Showing 11 results

Upshur Human Resource.INC.Dba Buckhannon Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.9

Parents praise Buckhannon Head Start for its professional and kind staff who work well with children. The facility is described as a good learning environment. One parent preferred it over an alternative location.

Nice and professional staffgreat with kidsgood learning environment
Address
8 Cleveland Ave, Buckhannon, WV
Phone
(304) 472-2016
Mountain Cap Of Wv, INC., A Child Development Center At Tennerton
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Mountain Cap of WV has mixed reviews with significant communication issues. Parents praise the staff's helpfulness and courtesy, but multiple reviewers report poor accessibility and unresponsiveness. Serious concerns about management conduct and HUD compliance violations are also raised.

Helpful and courteous staffawesome people
Address
26 N Kanawha St, Buckhannon, WV
Phone
(304) 472-2339
Mountain Cap Of Wv
Headstart Programs
3.3

Mountain Cap of WV has mixed reviews with significant communication and service concerns. While some parents praise the staff as awesome and helpful, others report serious issues with management professionalism, unresponsiveness, and alleged discriminatory practices.

Helpful and courteous staffawesome peoplegood directions/map
Address
10 Tennerton Dr, Buckhannon, WV
Phone
(304) 472-3391
Mountain Cap Of Wv, INC. Cowen Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Reviews are mixed and largely inconsistent. Positive comments praise staff helpfulness and courtesy, while negative reviews cite communication issues, unresponsiveness, and serious allegations regarding discriminatory practices and unprofessional management. Some reviews appear unrelated to daycare services.

Helpful and courteous staffawesome people
Address
26 N Kanawha St, Buckhannon, WV
Phone
(304) 226-6500
Little Ones Place Christian Child Care Center, LLC
Church Daycare
3
Address
Po Box 686, Buckhannon, WV
Phone
(304) 473-3177
Child Development Center Of Central W V, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

One parent reports a serious allegation involving sexual assault by a staff member, describing the experience as traumatic and fatal. This single account highlights extreme safety concerns without providing further operational details.

Address
20 Camden Ave, Buckhannon, WV
Phone
(304) 473-3835
Kids R Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9 Weston Rd, Buckhannon, WV
Phone
(304) 472-2474
The Island Nursery & Kindergarten-Union Pre-K
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
26 Island Ave, Buckhannon, WV
Phone
(304) 472-2542
Upshur Human Res.
Headstart Programs
Address
82 Kelson Dr, Buckhannon, WV
Phone
(304) 472-2012
Upshur Human Res.INC.Hinkle Dr.
Headstart Programs
Address
80 Kelson Dr, Buckhannon, WV
Phone
(304) 472-2089
Upshur Human Res.INC.Tennerton Site
Headstart Programs
Address
5 Ballah St, Buckhannon, WV
Phone
(304) 472-2194

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 all daycares in Buckhannon, West Virginia. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Buckhannon have an average Google rating of 3.35 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 17% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Buckhannon, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with West Virginia's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in West Virginia)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Buckhannon offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in West Virginia typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Buckhannon for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Buckhannon must be licensed by West Virginia's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.