
Browse all 149 child daycare & preschools in Richmond, Virginia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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.
6100 Cornerstone Boulevard, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 198 children
This facility appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the church community, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere, but do not address childcare services or educational programming.
2300 Dumbarton Road, Richmond, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 175 children
NOTE: Reviews appear to be for Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church, not a daycare facility. The church is described as welcoming and community-focused, hosting various programs including addiction recovery support and children's activities. Reviews consistently praise the congregation, leadership, and facility.
6000 Grove Avenue, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 128 children
This is not a daycare facility but rather an Episcopal church in Richmond, Virginia. Reviews praise the welcoming community, excellent music program, beautiful campus, and extensive community outreach programs including childcare services, food pantry, and farmer's market.
2422 North Avenue, Richmond, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children
Building Blocks Academy & Daycare Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, dedicated staff and strong sense of community. Parents report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, enjoy attending daily, and benefit from enriching curriculum including Spanish language instruction and special activities.
8787 River Road, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children
All Saints Episcopal Church in Richmond receives consistently positive reviews (4.8/5 rating). Reviewers praise the welcoming and loving community atmosphere, quality of clergy and worship services, and the church's ability to blend traditional practices with modern relevance. The facility is noted for being inclusive and family-friendly.
2100 Lydell Drive, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 78 children
North Run Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia has received exclusively positive reviews (10 five-star ratings). Parents and visitors praise the welcoming community, quality religious education programs including Sunday School and Awana, and the caring church family atmosphere. The facility is described as well-suited for its programs and activities.
2169 New Market Road, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 90 children
Note: These reviews are for the church facility, not a daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the pastor's leadership and spiritual teaching, welcoming congregation, and warm atmosphere during worship services.
1205 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children
St. James's Episcopal Church in Richmond operates a preschool program within a historic church that receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, pleasant staff, and quality preschool services. However, most reviews focus on the church's broader activities (food service, AA/NA meetings, services) rather than specifically on daycare operations.
1701 Turner Road, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children
This facility is a religious church, not a daycare center. Reviews are from church members praising the pastor, worship services, and spiritual community rather than childcare services. All 10 reviews give 5-star ratings focused on the church's ministry and pastoral leadership.
140 East Belt Boulevard, Richmond, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 109 children
New Direction Childcare & Learning Center in Richmond receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, strong educational focus, and supportive environment, particularly noting significant developmental progress in their children's learning and social-emotional growth.
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2300 Dumbarton Road, Richmond, VA
NOTE: Reviews appear to be for Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church, not a daycare facility. The church is described as welcoming and community-focused, hosting various programs including addiction recovery support and children's activities. Reviews consistently praise the congregation, leadership, and facility.
2422 North Avenue, Richmond, VA
Building Blocks Academy & Daycare Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, dedicated staff and strong sense of community. Parents report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, enjoy attending daily, and benefit from enriching curriculum including Spanish language instruction and special activities.
1205 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA
St. James's Episcopal Church in Richmond operates a preschool program within a historic church that receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, pleasant staff, and quality preschool services. However, most reviews focus on the church's broader activities (food service, AA/NA meetings, services) rather than specifically on daycare operations.
140 East Belt Boulevard, Richmond, VA
New Direction Childcare & Learning Center in Richmond receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, strong educational focus, and supportive environment, particularly noting significant developmental progress in their children's learning and social-emotional growth.
208 North Providence Road, Richmond, VA
The Learning Playhouse receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a warm, well-organized facility with caring and attentive staff. Parents report strong child development outcomes, including improvements in social skills, academics, and learning milestones, alongside a clean environment and good food. Many families have enrolled multiple children and express deep satisfaction with the care provided.
1101 Forest Avenue, Richmond, VA
Note: The reviews provided are for St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, liturgical worship style, friendly congregation, and spiritual environment.
There are 149 child daycare & preschools in Richmond, Virginia, making up 66% of the 227 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 Richmond, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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The Noble Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring staff, curriculum, and family-oriented environment, though two negative reviews raise serious concerns about sanitation practices, inventory management, billing disputes, and alleged discrimination against children with special needs.
MS. BABS' NURSERY SCHOOL receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback praises the welcoming staff and their work with soccer programs. However, multiple parents report significant frustration with poor communication, unresponsive phone lines, and lengthy waitlist delays without updates.
Summerhill Daycare receives mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term families highlighting engaging activities, field trips, and fostering a love of learning, but serious concerns raised about staff conduct and incident handling. Two parents reported physical injury and service termination following complaints about safety and feeding issues.
Parents consistently praise Willow Tree Child Development Center for its nurturing, hands-on approach and deeply invested staff. Director Jennifer and teachers like Mrs. Lisa Manders receive specific recognition for going above and beyond, particularly in supporting children with developmental delays and speech challenges. Families report feeling comfortable, welcomed, and confident in their children's care and development.
Signs and Wonders is a faith-based daycare in Richmond with mostly positive reviews praising its caring staff, clean environment, and family-oriented approach. However, there are serious allegations from one parent regarding child abandonment and inappropriate staff conduct by the director. The facility has a 3.8/5 Google rating based on submitted reviews.
Bree's Playhouse receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting the caring staff, particularly owner Ms. Jackie, and strong developmental support. Parents appreciate the affordable pricing, personal attention, and educational activities that prepare children for school.
Parents consistently praise Kids World Learning Center for its warm, caring staff and clean facility. Children thrive in the engaging learning environment, with parents noting their kids love attending and forming friendships. The center is recognized for attentive, hands-on care and affordable pricing.
Leave it to Beaver Child Care Center in Richmond, Virginia receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring staff, clean environment, and strong educational curriculum that promotes child development and learning.
Kid's World Learning Center in Richmond receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring, welcoming staff, clean environment, and quality educational activities. One parent reported a negative experience with a manager's demeanor during a job interview inquiry. The center serves infants through school-age children with flexibility in scheduling.
Kid's World Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise Director Ms. Diane, staff members, Christian-based curriculum, and safe environment. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate bullying intervention, unprofessional staff behavior, poor facility maintenance, and lack of parent communication.
Starling International has sharply divided reviews. Three parents praise the caring staff, engaged activities, and supportive environment. However, multiple parents report serious concerns including alleged physical punishment, inadequate supervision, unsafe transportation practices, staff unprofessionalism, poor staff-to-child ratios, and refund disputes.
Skipwith Academy at Huguenot receives universal 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff, safe environment, and strong communication. Parents consistently highlight their children's happiness, comfort, and developmental growth, along with engaging activities and family-oriented events. Multiple reviewers note the reasonable pricing and describe trusting their children fully in the facility's care.
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