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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Poquoson, VA

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Poquoson. Average rating: 4.25/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Poquoson, Virginia at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.25/5
Parent reviews
35
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Poquoson has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 35 parent reviews averaging 4.25/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Poquoson

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
    Victory Church
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    410 E. Yorktown Road, Poquoson, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 70 children

    Parents consistently praise Victory Church's daycare for excellent care, cleanliness, and staff engagement with children. They appreciate the detailed communication through photos and app updates, educational activities, and religious instruction. Children reportedly enjoy attending and demonstrate happiness and learning.

    Clean facilityengaged and friendly staffregular photo/activity updates via appeducational activities and art projects
  2. 2
    Poquoson Baptist Church
    4.51 score
    4.8(9)

    283 Wythe Creek Road, Poquoson, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 110 children

    Poquoson Baptist Church receives universal praise from reviewers who highlight its welcoming community atmosphere, biblical teaching, and genuine care among members. The church is frequently described as feeling like family, with particular appreciation for the pastor's preaching and community events like trunk-or-treat.

    Warm and welcoming communitystrong biblical teachinggenuine relationships and care among membersengaging pastor
  3. 3
    Playtime Learning Center LLC
    4.13 score
    4.2(10)

    502 Wythe Creek Road, Poquoson, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 165 children

    Playtime Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback praising staff care, cleanliness, and nurturing environment. However, two negative reviews cite billing inconsistencies, outdated facilities, lack of security measures, and poor administrative practices that contradict the positive experiences reported by other families.

    Caring and nurturing staffclean facilityconsistent caregiversstructured learning environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Poquoson

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.6avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.9avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Poquoson zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
236627
4.25
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Poquoson (26–165 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Poquoson based on parent reviews

Playtime Learning Center LLC

4.2(10)

502 Wythe Creek Road, Poquoson, VA

Playtime Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback praising staff care, cleanliness, and nurturing environment. However, two negative reviews cite billing inconsistencies, outdated facilities, lack of security measures, and poor administrative practices that contradict the positive experiences reported by other families.

Caring and nurturing staffclean facilityconsistent caregivers

Alphabet Soup Childcare Center

3(3)

478-B Wythe Creek Road, Poquoson, VA

Reviewers highlight a home-like atmosphere with an enriched program, noting that new ownership has brought renovations and extended service options including weekend date nights. However, one parent reports that the facility is currently closed.

home atmosphereenriched programgood care

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Daycare types in Poquoson

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 3

Child Daycare & Preschools in Poquoson, Virginia

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Poquoson, Virginia, making up 57% of the 7 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 Poquoson have an average rating of 4.25 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 35 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Poquoson, 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 Poquoson

Showing 4 results

Playtime Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Playtime Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback praising staff care, cleanliness, and nurturing environment. However, two negative reviews cite billing inconsistencies, outdated facilities, lack of security measures, and poor administrative practices that contradict the positive experiences reported by other families.

Caring and nurturing staffclean facilityconsistent caregivers
Address
502 Wythe Creek Road, Poquoson, VA
Phone
(757) 868-6908
Alphabet Soup Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Reviewers highlight a home-like atmosphere with an enriched program, noting that new ownership has brought renovations and extended service options including weekend date nights. However, one parent reports that the facility is currently closed.

home atmosphereenriched programgood care
Address
478-B Wythe Creek Road, Poquoson, VA
Phone
(757) 868-0452
Victory Family Ymca -Poquoson Primary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
19 Odd Road, Poquoson, VA
Phone
(757) 659-0826
Quality
Islander Kidz
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
200 Fountain Lane, Suite B, Poquoson, VA
Phone
(757) 285-0650

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Poquoson, Virginia, out of 7 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 Poquoson have an average Google rating of 4.25 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Poquoson, 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
Poquoson offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 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 Poquoson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Poquoson 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.