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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Forest, VA

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Forest. Average rating: 4.62/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Forest, Virginia at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.62/5
Parent reviews
60
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Forest has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 60 parent reviews averaging 4.62/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 24551 zip code, averaging 4.62 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Forest

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
    Mountain View United Methodist Church
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    1077 Viewpoint Lane, Forest, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 75 children

    Mountain View United Methodist Church is described as a welcoming and inviting community with friendly staff and solid biblical instruction. Parents praise the supportive environment of young families and experienced mentors, along with various programs including children's ministries and after-school activities. Teachers are noted for their caring approach and genuine love for the children.

    welcoming communityfriendly peoplecaring teachers with genuine lovesupportive environment
  2. 2
    Forest United Methodist Church
    4.49 score
    4.9(6)

    1150 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 38 children

    Forest United Methodist Church daycare receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, family-like staff and welcoming community environment. Parents highlight the quality preschool education and note the church's helpful pantry service and calm atmosphere. The facility is described as an ideal place for children to develop and families to build roots.

    kind and helpful stafffamily-like atmospherequality preschool educationwelcoming community
  3. 3
    Brookhill Wesleyan Church
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    1043 Cifax Road, Forest, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 15 children

    Parents consistently praise Brookhill Wesleyan Church as a welcoming and caring community facility. Reviews highlight the friendly congregation, inclusive atmosphere, and active outreach efforts in local and international communities. The facility is described as a supportive home church environment.

    welcoming atmospherecaring staff and membersfriendly congregationinclusive community
  4. 4
    Bedford Area Family Ymca At New London Academy
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    12400 East Lynchburg-Salem Turnpike, Forest, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Parents consistently praise the Bedford Area Family YMCA at New London Academy for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and recent improvements including a splash pad and new children's center. The facility offers summer camp and after-school care for children alongside adult amenities. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed satisfaction with their experience.

    Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffrecent renovations and upgradessplash pad
  5. 5
    Bedford Area Family Ymca At Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    1255 Patriot Place Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, Forest, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    The Bedford Area Family YMCA at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the clean facilities, friendly staff, and recent renovations including a splash pad and new children's center. The facility offers diverse amenities for families including a pool, gym, playground, and summer camp programs.

    Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffsplash padplayground

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Forest

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Church Daycare

4.83avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Forest zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
245516
4.62
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Forest (15–137 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Forest based on parent reviews

The School Zone Incorporated

4.8(3)

1639 Rustic Village Road, Forest, VA

Parents highlight rapid developmental progress and a smooth transition for children moving from other areas, noting that students receive top-notch care. Families report feeling completely at ease and happy with the experience, with one indicating intent to enroll a second child.

rapid advancementwonderful and caring teacherssmooth transition for relocating families

Bedford Area Family Ymca At New London Academy

4.2(20)

12400 East Lynchburg-Salem Turnpike, Forest, VA

Parents consistently praise the Bedford Area Family YMCA at New London Academy for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and recent improvements including a splash pad and new children's center. The facility offers summer camp and after-school care for children alongside adult amenities. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed satisfaction with their experience.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffrecent renovations and upgrades

Bedford Area Family Ymca At Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

4.2(20)

1255 Patriot Place Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, Forest, VA

The Bedford Area Family YMCA at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the clean facilities, friendly staff, and recent renovations including a splash pad and new children's center. The facility offers diverse amenities for families including a pool, gym, playground, and summer camp programs.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffsplash pad

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Daycare types in Forest

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Church Daycare 3

Child Daycare & Preschools in Forest, Virginia

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Forest, Virginia, making up 50% of the 6 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 Forest have an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.83 stars. Our analysis covers 60 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Forest, 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 Forest

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The School Zone Incorporated
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents highlight rapid developmental progress and a smooth transition for children moving from other areas, noting that students receive top-notch care. Families report feeling completely at ease and happy with the experience, with one indicating intent to enroll a second child.

rapid advancementwonderful and caring teacherssmooth transition for relocating families
Address
1639 Rustic Village Road, Forest, VA
Phone
(434) 525-2505
Quality
Bedford Area Family Ymca At New London Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise the Bedford Area Family YMCA at New London Academy for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and recent improvements including a splash pad and new children's center. The facility offers summer camp and after-school care for children alongside adult amenities. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed satisfaction with their experience.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffrecent renovations and upgrades
Address
12400 East Lynchburg-Salem Turnpike, Forest, VA
Phone
(540) 586-3483
Bedford Area Family Ymca At Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

The Bedford Area Family YMCA at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the clean facilities, friendly staff, and recent renovations including a splash pad and new children's center. The facility offers diverse amenities for families including a pool, gym, playground, and summer camp programs.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffsplash pad
Address
1255 Patriot Place Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, Forest, VA
Phone
(540) 586-3483
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Forest, Virginia, out of 6 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 Forest have an average Google rating of 4.62 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Forest, 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
Forest offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Forest for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Forest 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.