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48 Child Daycare & Preschools in Charlottesville, Virginia

Browse all 48 child daycare & preschools in Charlottesville, Virginia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Charlottesville

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

    2186 Richmond Road, Charlottesville, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 120 children

    Faith Christian Center International is a religious facility in Charlottesville that operates a daycare program alongside its church services. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, caring staff, and quality children's ministry. The facility maintains good hygiene standards and creates a nurturing environment for kids.

    Caring and attentive staffwelcoming and friendly environmentquality children's ministrybeautiful facility
  2. 2
    First Baptist Church
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    735 Park Street, Charlottesville, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 120 children

    First Baptist Church in Charlottesville receives consistently positive feedback from attendees. Parents praise the church's children's and youth ministries as outstanding and well-organized. The congregation is described as welcoming, friendly, and focused on meaningful biblical teaching.

    Excellent children's ministrystrong youth programsengaging sermonswelcoming atmosphere
  3. 3

    410 Ridge Street, Charlottesville, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Barrett Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a loving, nurturing facility with dedicated and experienced teachers. Parents emphasize the home-like atmosphere, focus on child development across all areas, and the center's long-standing reputation (over 60 years) as one of the best early learning centers in Charlottesville.

    Caring and dedicated teachershome-like atmospheresafe environmentchild focus on physical/emotional/social/intellectual growth
  4. 4

    5100 Dickerson Road, Charlottesville, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 80 children

    Northridge Community Church offers religious education and family programs in Charlottesville. Parents praise the children's program, youth initiatives, and various courses offered. The facility is noted for its welcoming environment and quality leadership.

    Children's programyouth programsMarriage Course highly recommendedquality teaching
  5. 5
    Congregation Beth Israel
    4.58 score
    4.9(9)

    301 East Jefferson Street, Charlottesville, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    These reviews do not pertain to daycare services. They describe Congregation Beth Israel as a vibrant synagogue with strong community, welcoming staff, and various religious and educational programs. The reviews praise the congregation's support, kindness, and active engagement with the Charlottesville Jewish community.

    Welcoming and caring communityresponsive and kind staffreligious education programs (Hebrew school and religious school)adult learning opportunities
  6. 6
    Boar'S Head Sports Club
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    200 Wellington Drive, Charlottesville, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Boar's Head Sports Club is a highly-rated facility praised for excellent amenities, professional staff, and well-maintained grounds. Parents highlight strong programming across tennis, squash, rock climbing, basketball, and other sports, with particular appreciation for the Kids Club team. The facility is wheelchair accessible and offers convenient services like dining and shopping.

    Excellent facility conditionfriendly and professional staffcomprehensive indoor and outdoor sports amenitieswheelchair accessible
  7. 7

    200 Wellington Drive, Charlottesville, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Boar's Head Sports Club is highly praised for its excellent facilities and professional staff. Parents appreciate the variety of activities available including tennis, squash, rock climbing, basketball, and pool amenities. The club is noted for being well-maintained, wheelchair accessible, and offering quality programs for both children and adults.

    Great facilities in excellent conditionfriendly and professional staffwheelchair accessiblevariety of activities (tennis
  8. 8

    3101 Fontaine Avenue Extended, Charlottesville, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    Trinity Presbyterian Church is a highly-regarded evangelical church in Charlottesville with a strong community focus. Parents praise its welcoming atmosphere, quality preaching, Christian education programs, and outreach to students and families. The facility offers excellent amenities including a fenced playground, gym, nurseries, classrooms, and beautiful grounds.

    welcoming communitygospel-centered teachingexcellent preachingstrong Christian education program
  9. 9
    Christ Episcopal Church
    4.53 score
    4.8(10)

    103 W. Jefferson Street, Charlottesville, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 12 children

    This listing appears to be for a church, not a daycare center. Reviews praise Christ Episcopal Church in Charlottesville for its welcoming community, beautiful historic architecture, and quality clergy services including sermons and marriage ceremonies.

    Welcoming and friendly staffhistoric and beautiful architecturemeaningful services and sermonscommunity involvement
  10. 10

    5145 Dickerson Road, Charlottesville, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 40 children

    Restoration United Methodist Church is a highly welcoming and inclusive religious facility that parents describe as warm, loving, and family-friendly. The congregation emphasizes acceptance and inclusion, with engaging worship services and a casual, non-judgmental atmosphere. Parents consistently praise the community spirit and positive environment for children.

    welcoming and inclusive environmentwarm and loving congregationengaging sermons and worshipfriendly people

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Charlottesville based on parent reviews

Barrett Early Learning Center

4.9(10)

410 Ridge Street, Charlottesville, VA

Barrett Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a loving, nurturing facility with dedicated and experienced teachers. Parents emphasize the home-like atmosphere, focus on child development across all areas, and the center's long-standing reputation (over 60 years) as one of the best early learning centers in Charlottesville.

Caring and dedicated teachershome-like atmospheresafe environment

Congregation Beth Israel

4.9(9)

301 East Jefferson Street, Charlottesville, VA

These reviews do not pertain to daycare services. They describe Congregation Beth Israel as a vibrant synagogue with strong community, welcoming staff, and various religious and educational programs. The reviews praise the congregation's support, kindness, and active engagement with the Charlottesville Jewish community.

Welcoming and caring communityresponsive and kind staffreligious education programs (Hebrew school and religious school)

Boar'S Head Sports Club

4.7(20)

200 Wellington Drive, Charlottesville, VA

Boar's Head Sports Club is a highly-rated facility praised for excellent amenities, professional staff, and well-maintained grounds. Parents highlight strong programming across tennis, squash, rock climbing, basketball, and other sports, with particular appreciation for the Kids Club team. The facility is wheelchair accessible and offers convenient services like dining and shopping.

Excellent facility conditionfriendly and professional staffcomprehensive indoor and outdoor sports amenities

Boar'S Head Sports Club Summer Day Camp

4.7(20)

200 Wellington Drive, Charlottesville, VA

Boar's Head Sports Club is highly praised for its excellent facilities and professional staff. Parents appreciate the variety of activities available including tennis, squash, rock climbing, basketball, and pool amenities. The club is noted for being well-maintained, wheelchair accessible, and offering quality programs for both children and adults.

Great facilities in excellent conditionfriendly and professional staffwheelchair accessible

Westminster Child Care Center

4.7(10)

450 Rugby Road, Charlottesville, VA

Westminster Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, experienced staff and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the play-based learning approach, outdoor activities, low teacher turnover, and individualized attention to child development. Children are reported to be happy and eager to attend.

Caring and experienced stafflow teacher turnoverstrong community feel

Molly Michie Preschool

5(4)

1901 Thomson Road, Charlottesville, VA

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Charlottesville, Virginia

There are 48 child daycare & preschools in Charlottesville, Virginia, making up 71% of the 68 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.

When choosing a daycare in Charlottesville, 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 Charlottesville

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The International School Of Charlottesville
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
830 Monticello Avenue, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 984-2174
Mighty Minds - Little Hands International Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2117 Angus Road, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 975-4263
Quality
Chancellor Street Preschool Cooperative
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1700 University Avenue, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 296-6444
Charlottesville Waldorf School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
722 Rio Road East, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 973-4946
Atlantic Coast Athletic Club (Acac) Summer Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools

ACAC Summer Camp in Charlottesville is highly praised for its excellent pool and water park facilities. Parents highlight the quality of staff, cleanliness, and variety of activities available. The facility is popular with families seeking swimming instruction and recreational water activities.

excellent pool and water park facilitiesknowledgeable and caring staffclean facility
Address
200 Four Seasons Drive, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 978-7529
Acac Preschool At Adventure Central
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this facility for its excellent swimming programs and water park amenities. Staff are described as educated, caring, and personable, contributing to positive experiences for children. The facility is noted as clean, upscale, and well-maintained with ample space and amenities.

Swimming instruction and skill developmentoutdoor pool accesswater slides
Address
200 Four Seasons Drive, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 978-7529
Quality
Peabody School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1232 Stoney Ridge Road, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 296-6901
Bright Horizons Children'S Centers LLC - Albemarle
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
107 Whitewood Road, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 951-2060
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Mountaintop Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
440 Pinnacle Place, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 979-8886
Piedmont Family Ymca Summer Day Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
151 Mcintire Park Drive, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 974-9622
The Little Gym The Shops At Stonefield
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2075 Bond Street, #140, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 975-5437
Bright Horizons Children'S Centers LLC - Charlottesville
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
839 Estes Street, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 924-2907
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Daylily Preschool LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4283 Old Three Notched Road, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 996-8397
Albemarle Montessori Children'S Community
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1550-1554 Insurance Lane, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(540) 671-9894
Charlottesville Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
316-320 10th Street Ne, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 817-2371
Montessori School Of Charlottesville
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
631 Cutler Lane, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 295-0029
Quality
Charlottesville Waldorf School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
120 Waldorf School Road, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 973-4946
Charlottesville Catholic School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1205 Pen Park Road, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 964-0400 EXT 304

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Frequently asked questions

There are 48 child daycare & preschools daycares in Charlottesville, Virginia, out of 68 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Charlottesville, 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
Charlottesville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 48 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 15 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 Charlottesville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Charlottesville 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.