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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Lancaster, VA

Compare 1 child daycare & preschools in Lancaster. Average rating: 4.65/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lancaster, Virginia at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.65/5
Parent reviews
7
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Lancaster offers 1 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.65/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lancaster

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
    Bethel United Methodist Church
    4.15 score
    4.3(5)

    142 Old Bethel Road, Lancaster, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Reviews describe Bethel United Methodist Church as a welcoming and Bible-centered community. Parents appreciate the warm, respectful staff and religious programming. However, these reviews appear to reference church services and events rather than daycare operations specifically.

    Warm and loving staffBible-based curriculumhelpful and respectfulwelcoming community atmosphere

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Lancaster

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lancaster (18–20 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lancaster based on parent reviews

Bethel United Methodist Church

4.3(5)

142 Old Bethel Road, Lancaster, VA

Reviews describe Bethel United Methodist Church as a welcoming and Bible-centered community. Parents appreciate the warm, respectful staff and religious programming. However, these reviews appear to reference church services and events rather than daycare operations specifically.

Warm and loving staffBible-based curriculumhelpful and respectful

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Daycare types in Lancaster

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Lancaster, Virginia

There are 1 child daycare & preschools in Lancaster, Virginia, making up 50% of the 2 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 Lancaster have an average rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 7 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lancaster, 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 Lancaster

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Bethel United Methodist Church
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Reviews describe Bethel United Methodist Church as a welcoming and Bible-centered community. Parents appreciate the warm, respectful staff and religious programming. However, these reviews appear to reference church services and events rather than daycare operations specifically.

Warm and loving staffBible-based curriculumhelpful and respectful
Address
142 Old Bethel Road, Lancaster, VA
Phone
(804) 462-0754

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lancaster, Virginia, out of 2 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 Lancaster have an average Google rating of 4.65 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lancaster, 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
Lancaster offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Lancaster for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lancaster 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.