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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Abingdon, VA

Compare 7 child daycare & preschools in Abingdon. Average rating: 4.12/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Abingdon, Virginia at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.12/5
Parent reviews
62
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Abingdon has 7 licensed child daycare & preschools with 62 parent reviews averaging 4.12/5.The largest concentration is in 24210 with 11 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Abingdon

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
    Sinking Springs Presbyterian Church
    4.53 score
    4.8(10)

    136 East Main Street Sinking Springs Presbyterian Preschool, Abingdon, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    Parents praise the preschool program, highlighting Mrs. Holt as an excellent teacher. The facility is a historic 250-year-old church in downtown Abingdon with a welcoming community. Most reviews are positive, though one parent found the atmosphere snooty.

    Wonderful preschool programMrs. Holt as teacherkind and friendly peoplehistoric church
  2. 2
    Abingdon Church Of Christ
    4.25 score
    4.4(8)

    19508 Dennison Drive, Abingdon, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 75 children

    Abingdon Church of Christ receives consistently high praise from families. Parents highlight the church's biblical teaching, welcoming community, and quality programs including pre-K and Trail Life activities. Children are reported to enjoy attending and learn effectively in this faith-based environment.

    Biblical preachingfriendly welcoming communityquality pre-K programstrong youth programs (Trail Life)
  3. 3
    Green Spring Presbyterian Church
    4.23 score
    4.4(7)

    22007 Green Spring Church Rd., Grenn Spring Presbyterian Preschool, Abingdon, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 20 children

    Green Spring Presbyterian Church is highly rated for its welcoming and kind community. Parents consistently praise the friendly atmosphere, beautiful facilities and grounds, and thoughtful people involved with the church.

    welcoming environmentkind and thoughtful staffbeautiful church buildingbeautiful grounds
  4. 4
    Trigg Street Church Of God
    4.16 score
    4.3(6)

    333 Trigg Street Sunny Days Children'S Center, Abingdon, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

    Reviews are mixed. Church facility receives consistently positive feedback for worship and spiritual programs. However, the affiliated Sunny Days Daycare received one detailed critical review citing poor conditions, inadequate staffing, lack of age-appropriate materials, and high costs for infant care.

    Welcoming church communityquality youth and children's programsspiritual atmosphere
  5. 5
    Boys & Girls Club Of The Mountain Empire - Abingdon Unit
    3.8 score
    3.7(10)

    19383 Lee Hwy, Abingdon, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    The Boys & Girls Club of the Mountain Empire - Abingdon Unit has mixed reviews. While some parents praise it as a happy, healthy place with fun activities and events, multiple parents report serious concerns about staff behavior, including staff screaming at children, bullying among students, and inadequate child management practices.

    Fun events and activitiesplaygroundwholesome environment for youth growthcommunity programs

Rating Distribution

Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Abingdon

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
4
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

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

Church Daycare

4.48avg rating
8 daycares · 6 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.58avg rating
7 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Abingdon zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2421011
4.06
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Abingdon (20–100 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Abingdon based on parent reviews

Miss Amy'S Child Care

5

211 Bradley Street, Abingdon, VA

Boys & Girls Club Of The Mountain Empire - Abingdon Unit

3.7(10)

19383 Lee Hwy, Abingdon, VA

The Boys & Girls Club of the Mountain Empire - Abingdon Unit has mixed reviews. While some parents praise it as a happy, healthy place with fun activities and events, multiple parents report serious concerns about staff behavior, including staff screaming at children, bullying among students, and inadequate child management practices.

Fun events and activitiesplaygroundwholesome environment for youth growth

Abingdon Child Development Center-Early Start

2.8(3)

152 Highland Street, Abingdon, VA

One parent describes the center as wonderful with excellent teachers, while others report serious safety concerns and inadequate care. Critics cite staff negligence, including failing to change children properly and allowing disruptive behavior that compromises a safe environment.

Wonderful teacherswelcoming atmosphere

Abingdon Child Development Center

2.8(3)

152 Highland Street, Abingdon, VA

One parent describes the center as a wonderful place with wonderful teachers, while two others report severe safety and hygiene issues, including inadequate supervision and children being sent home in soiled clothing. These conflicting accounts highlight a sharp divide in the quality of care and staff attentiveness experienced by families.

Wonderful placewonderful teachers

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Daycare types in Abingdon

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Church Daycare 8Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Abingdon, Virginia

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Abingdon, Virginia, making up 44% of the 16 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 Abingdon have an average rating of 4.12 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 30% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.48 stars. Our analysis covers 62 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Abingdon, 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 Abingdon

Showing 7 results

Miss Amy'S Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
211 Bradley Street, Abingdon, VA
Phone
(276) 676-3151
Boys & Girls Club Of The Mountain Empire - Abingdon Unit
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

The Boys & Girls Club of the Mountain Empire - Abingdon Unit has mixed reviews. While some parents praise it as a happy, healthy place with fun activities and events, multiple parents report serious concerns about staff behavior, including staff screaming at children, bullying among students, and inadequate child management practices.

Fun events and activitiesplaygroundwholesome environment for youth growth
Address
19383 Lee Hwy, Abingdon, VA
Phone
(276) 696-9923
Abingdon Child Development Center-Early Start
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

One parent describes the center as wonderful with excellent teachers, while others report serious safety concerns and inadequate care. Critics cite staff negligence, including failing to change children properly and allowing disruptive behavior that compromises a safe environment.

Wonderful teacherswelcoming atmosphere
Address
152 Highland Street, Abingdon, VA
Phone
(276) 628-4969
Abingdon Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

One parent describes the center as a wonderful place with wonderful teachers, while two others report severe safety and hygiene issues, including inadequate supervision and children being sent home in soiled clothing. These conflicting accounts highlight a sharp divide in the quality of care and staff attentiveness experienced by families.

Wonderful placewonderful teachers
Address
152 Highland Street, Abingdon, VA
Phone
(276) 628-9932
Quality
Moonflower Montessori School LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
211 West Main Street, Abingdon, VA
Phone
(276) 258-5578
Pleasant View United Methodist
Child Daycare & Preschools

Pleasant View United Methodist is a welcoming church community in Abingdon, Virginia that offers a preschool program. Parents praise the facility, staff, and educational/spiritual teachings provided to children. The church is noted for its kind, friendly atmosphere and strong sense of community.

welcoming environmenteducational and spiritual teachingsnice facility
Address
18416 Lee Highway Pleasant View Preschool, Abingdon, VA
Phone
(276) 628-6323
Kiddie Care College
Child Daycare & Preschools

One parent reports significant issues with staff negligence, including ignoring allergy requests and failing to honor specific care instructions, alongside billing inaccuracies. Another parent was turned away because the center does not allow epinephrine auto-injectors, while a third reviewer noted a misleading name.

Some afternoon assistants are described as doing a wonderful job
Address
992 Beverly Drive, Abingdon, VA
Phone
(276) 628-1288
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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Abingdon, Virginia, out of 16 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Abingdon have an average Google rating of 4.12 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities. About 30% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Abingdon, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Virginia's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Virginia)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Abingdon offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 8 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 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 Abingdon for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Abingdon must be licensed by 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.