Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Bellefonte, PA
Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Bellefonte. Average rating: 3.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Bellefonte, Pennsylvania at a glance
- Programs
- 5
- Avg rating
- 3.8/5
- Parent reviews
- 75
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 1
Bellefonte has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 75 parent reviews averaging 3.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Bellefonte
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.
- 1Staci Redman Childcare At Zion Community Church4.42 score4.6(12)
3261 Zion Rd, Bellefonte, PA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 75 children
Reviews for Zion Community Church are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the welcoming and warm environment. The facility is noted for its Bible-based teachings and genuine, friendly congregation and staff. Parents report positive experiences with both the spiritual community and the facility itself.
welcoming atmospherewarm and friendly peopleBible-based teachinggenuine staff - 2Bellefonte Family Ymca Day Care Center4 score4(15)
125 W High St, Bellefonte, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 108 children
Parents praise Bellefonte Family YMCA Day Care Center for its caring, friendly, and helpful staff. The facility offers comprehensive programs including childcare, swimming lessons, fitness classes, and recreational activities for all ages. Families report that children enjoy attending and look forward to the programs.
Caring and supportive staffchildren enjoy attendingquality swimming instructionvariety of classes for all fitness levels - 3Bellefonte Family Ymca-Bellefonte Elem4 score4(15)
100 W Linn St, Bellefonte, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise the Bellefonte Family YMCA for its caring and friendly staff, quality childcare programs, and diverse facility offerings. Children enjoy attending and parents appreciate the supportive community atmosphere. The facility provides comprehensive services including swimming, fitness classes, and all-day childcare at reasonable prices.
Caring and friendly staffchildren enjoy attendingquality instructionsupportive community - 4Bellefonte Family Ymca-Marion Walker4 score4(15)
100 School Dr, Bellefonte, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children
Parents praise the Bellefonte Family YMCA for its caring and friendly staff, quality childcare programs, and comprehensive facility offerings. Children are reported to enjoy attending daycare and benefit from various classes and programs. The facility is viewed as a welcoming community asset with reasonable pricing.
Caring and friendly staffchildren enjoy attendingquality instructionsupportive environment - 5Bellefonte Family Ymca/Benner4 score4(15)
490 Buffalo Run Road, Bellefonte, PA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 45 children
Bellefonte Family YMCA/Benner receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. The facility is appreciated for its caring staff, diverse programming across all age groups, and reasonable pricing. Parents report their children enjoyed the childcare program and looked forward to attending.
caring and friendly staffdiverse class offerings for all ages and fitness levelsreasonable pricingclean facilities
Rating Distribution
Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Bellefonte
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 75 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Bellefonte, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Bellefonte zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16823 | 7 | 3.8 | 1 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Bellefonte (35–108 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
3
Large
76–150 children
2
Very Large
150+ children
0
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Bellefonte based on parent reviews
Bellefonte Family Ymca Day Care Center
125 W High St, Bellefonte, PA
Parents praise Bellefonte Family YMCA Day Care Center for its caring, friendly, and helpful staff. The facility offers comprehensive programs including childcare, swimming lessons, fitness classes, and recreational activities for all ages. Families report that children enjoy attending and look forward to the programs.
Bellefonte Family Ymca-Bellefonte Elem
100 W Linn St, Bellefonte, PA
Parents consistently praise the Bellefonte Family YMCA for its caring and friendly staff, quality childcare programs, and diverse facility offerings. Children enjoy attending and parents appreciate the supportive community atmosphere. The facility provides comprehensive services including swimming, fitness classes, and all-day childcare at reasonable prices.
Bellefonte Family Ymca-Marion Walker
100 School Dr, Bellefonte, PA
Parents praise the Bellefonte Family YMCA for its caring and friendly staff, quality childcare programs, and comprehensive facility offerings. Children are reported to enjoy attending daycare and benefit from various classes and programs. The facility is viewed as a welcoming community asset with reasonable pricing.
Kids Court-Bellefonte
121 Radio Drive, Bellefonte, PA
A small number of parents report significant concerns regarding understaffing, unprofessional conduct, and a persistent unpleasant odor. Additionally, one review references serious legal allegations involving a former employee, though specific facility details were redacted in court documents.
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Daycare types in Bellefonte
Child Daycare & Preschools in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania
There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, making up 71% of the 7 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Bellefonte have an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 17% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 75 parent reviews. Parents in Bellefonte most frequently praise daycares for reasonable pricing, clean facilities, and children enjoy attending.
When choosing a daycare in Bellefonte, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Child Daycare & Preschools in Bellefonte
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Parents praise Bellefonte Family YMCA Day Care Center for its caring, friendly, and helpful staff. The facility offers comprehensive programs including childcare, swimming lessons, fitness classes, and recreational activities for all ages. Families report that children enjoy attending and look forward to the programs.
- Address
- 125 W High St, Bellefonte, PA
- Phone
- (814) 355-5555
- Quality
Parents consistently praise the Bellefonte Family YMCA for its caring and friendly staff, quality childcare programs, and diverse facility offerings. Children enjoy attending and parents appreciate the supportive community atmosphere. The facility provides comprehensive services including swimming, fitness classes, and all-day childcare at reasonable prices.
- Address
- 100 W Linn St, Bellefonte, PA
- Phone
- (814) 355-5555
- Quality
Parents praise the Bellefonte Family YMCA for its caring and friendly staff, quality childcare programs, and comprehensive facility offerings. Children are reported to enjoy attending daycare and benefit from various classes and programs. The facility is viewed as a welcoming community asset with reasonable pricing.
- Address
- 100 School Dr, Bellefonte, PA
- Phone
- (814) 383-3234
- Quality
A small number of parents report significant concerns regarding understaffing, unprofessional conduct, and a persistent unpleasant odor. Additionally, one review references serious legal allegations involving a former employee, though specific facility details were redacted in court documents.
- Address
- 121 Radio Drive, Bellefonte, PA
- Phone
- (814) 353-3310
- Quality
- Address
- 512 Hughes St, Bellefonte, PA
- Phone
- (814) 355-5784
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with Pennsylvania's regulatory agency
- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Pennsylvania)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
- Parent reviews and ratings
- Location and hours that fit your schedule
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
- Church Daycare — 1 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities