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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Gloucester, VA

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Gloucester. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Gloucester, Virginia at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.3/5
Parent reviews
44
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Gloucester has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 44 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.The largest concentration is in 23061 with 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gloucester

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
    Newington Baptist Church
    4.63 score
    4.8(19)

    6169 Main Street, Gloucester, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 53 children

    NOTE: The reviews provided are not for a daycare center, but rather for Newington Baptist Church as a religious facility and community resource. Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, Bible teaching, and community services like a clothes closet and vaccination clinics.

    Friendly and welcoming staffstrong community and mission focusBible-based teachingclothes closet assistance program
  2. 2
    Gloucester Family Ymca
    4.46 score
    4.6(16)

    6898 Main Street, Gloucester, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

    Gloucester Family YMCA receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the friendly and attentive staff, quality classes, and well-maintained facilities. The center is noted for creating a welcoming environment for both children and families.

    Friendly and professional staffattentive to children's needspositive role modelingquality classes and instructors
  3. 3
    Bridgepoint Church
    4.44 score
    4.8(6)

    10487 Harcum Road, Gloucester, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 169 children

    BridgePoint Church is highly rated by parents for its welcoming, laid-back atmosphere and strong community feel. Parents praise the pastor, children's ministry programs, and friendly congregation. One parent reported a negative experience citing loud music and lack of support during a family crisis.

    welcoming and friendly environmentquality children's classes and programsengaging pastor and sermonscasual dress code

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Gloucester

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.8avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Gloucester zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
230618
4.3
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Gloucester (28–169 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Gloucester based on parent reviews

Gloucester Family Ymca

4.6(16)

6898 Main Street, Gloucester, VA

Gloucester Family YMCA receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the friendly and attentive staff, quality classes, and well-maintained facilities. The center is noted for creating a welcoming environment for both children and families.

Friendly and professional staffattentive to children's needspositive role modeling

Grand Kids Child Care

3(3)

3152 Hickory Fork Road, Gloucester, VA

One parent reports positive experiences, noting that both of their children enjoy attending the center. Conversely, other reviewers cite safety concerns regarding transportation, specifically citing a driver who nearly caused accidents, and describe poor customer service alongside caregiver dissatisfaction.

Children enjoy the center

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Daycare types in Gloucester

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 3

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Gloucester, Virginia

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Gloucester, Virginia, making up 50% of the 8 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 Gloucester have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 44 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Gloucester, 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 Gloucester

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Gloucester Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Gloucester Family YMCA receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the friendly and attentive staff, quality classes, and well-maintained facilities. The center is noted for creating a welcoming environment for both children and families.

Friendly and professional staffattentive to children's needspositive role modeling
Address
6898 Main Street, Gloucester, VA
Phone
(804) 993-4922
Grand Kids Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent reports positive experiences, noting that both of their children enjoy attending the center. Conversely, other reviewers cite safety concerns regarding transportation, specifically citing a driver who nearly caused accidents, and describe poor customer service alongside caregiver dissatisfaction.

Children enjoy the center
Address
3152 Hickory Fork Road, Gloucester, VA
Phone
(804) 693-2660
Quality
Gloucester Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8381 George Washington Memorial Hwy, Gloucester, VA
Phone
(804) 693-6455
Quality
Ware Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7936 John Clayton Memorial Highway, Gloucester, VA
Phone
(804) 693-3825

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Gloucester, Virginia, out of 8 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 Gloucester have an average Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Gloucester, 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
Gloucester offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Gloucester for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Gloucester 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.