How do I choose the right daycare in Dumfries?

When choosing a daycare in Dumfries, 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

What types of daycare are available in Dumfries?

Dumfries offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities Church Daycare — 2 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 5 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Dumfries, Virginia (10 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Virginia?

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 Dumfries for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dumfries

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.

Rising Stars Daycare

4.75 score

5(15)

17926 Main Street, Dumfries, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

Rising Stars Daycare, operated by Ms. Vida, receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise Ms. Vida's exceptional patience, nurturing approach, and ability to help children thrive developmentally while maintaining a clean, safe, family-like environment. The daycare is particularly noted for accommodating children with special needs and easing parental anxiety through regular updates and individualized attention.

Patient and kind providerclean and hygienic environmentdevelopmental progress in speech and behaviorfamily-like atmosphere

Badr Community Center Of Dumfries

4.48 score

4.6(20)

17794 Main Street, Dumfries, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 15 children

Note: This facility is a mosque (religious community center), not a daycare. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming community atmosphere, knowledgeable and kind leadership, and clean facilities. Parents/congregants highlight the spiritual support and sense of family found at this mosque.

Welcoming and warm communityknowledgeable and kind Imamclean and well-maintained facilityspiritual support and guidance

Proverbs Place Child Care & Learning Center

4.18 score

4.3(8)

16622 Dumfries Road, Dumfries, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

Proverbs Place receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise small class sizes, academic progress, Christian values, staff stability, and family-like environment. However, recent negative reviews cite significant decline in quality following a directorship change in January, with complaints about the new director's management style, staff turnover, and decreased academic engagement.

Small class sizeshands-on teachersstrong academic resultsChristian edu

Clairmont School & Child Care Center

3.84 score

3.8(20)

3551 Waterway Drive, Dumfries, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 116 children

Parents consistently praise Clairmont School & Child Care Center (operating as Guidepost Montessori) for its caring, attentive staff and strong Montessori-based education approach. Children show significant academic and social-emotional growth, with staff members frequently highlighted for going above and beyond to support individual child development. One parent noted staff shortages affecting lead guide availability, though overall care remained positive.

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Dumfries, Virginia

There are 10 child daycare & preschools in Dumfries, Virginia, making up 59% of the 17 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 Dumfries, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 10 child daycare & preschools daycares in Dumfries, Virginia, out of 17 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 Dumfries, 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

Dumfries offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
Church Daycare — 2 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Dumfries for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Dumfries 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.

10 Child Daycare & Preschools in Dumfries, Virginia

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dumfries

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Rising Stars Daycare

Proverbs Place Child Care & Learning Center

Clairmont School & Child Care Center

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Daycare types in Dumfries