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52 Child Daycare & Preschools in Roanoke, Virginia

Browse all 52 child daycare & preschools in Roanoke, Virginia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Roanoke

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

    217 Hershberger Road, Roanoke, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

    Parents consistently praise HONEYTREE AQUATIC CENTER for its caring and professional staff, particularly highlighting teachers Mrs. Kathy and Ms. Sara. The center offers engaging activities, daily photo updates, and unique amenities including an indoor gym, outdoor pool, after-school programs, and karate club. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment and strong satisfaction with the quality of care.

    Caring and professional staffengaging activitiesdaily photo communicationMrs. Kathy and Ms. Sara specifically praised
  2. 2

    3101 Cove Road Nw, Roanoke, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 180 children

    Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere and spiritual environment of this religious facility. Parents consistently highlight the leadership of Bishop Brown, the caring ministerial staff, and the strong sense of community. The facility is described as clean, spacious, and fostering a powerful spiritual experience.

    Welcoming environmentspiritual atmospherestrong leadershipkind and caring staff
  3. 3
    Orchard Hills Church
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    6032 Cloverdale Road, Roanoke, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 58 children

    Orchard Hills Church is a highly-rated religious facility in Roanoke with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming community, friendly staff, beautiful wooded property, and quality facilities for children's activities. The church is noted for its biblical teachings, worship quality, and community involvement.

    Nice property with woods and creeklarge two-story play setwelcoming and friendly staffbiblical teachings
  4. 4

    2619 Belle Avenue, Roanoke, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    Honeytree Early Learning Center - Belle in Roanoke receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, low teacher turnover, clean facility, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center is described as feeling like a second home for children.

    Caring and attentive stafflow teacher turnoverclean facilityopen door policy
  5. 5

    1530 Patrick Road, Roanoke, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 225 children

    Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center #3 in Roanoke for its caring, stable staff and strong communication with families. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the dedication of teachers, cleanliness, and low teacher turnover. Parents report their children form strong attachments to teachers and feel secure in the facility's care.

    Caring and gentle stafflow teacher turnoveropen door policydetailed daily reports with photos
  6. 6

    1008 Franklin Road S.W., Roanoke, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    This facility appears to be a religious community center/food bank rather than a daycare. Reviews consistently praise the helpful staff, food and clothing assistance, and welcoming Christian atmosphere.

    Helpful and friendly staffweekly food bank accessclothing assistancebeautiful building and grounds
  7. 7

    4505 Hazel Drive, Roanoke, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

    Cave Spring United Methodist Church in Roanoke is highly praised as a welcoming and family-friendly religious facility with exceptional music programs and engaging pastoral leadership. Reviewers consistently highlight the beautiful facilities, friendly community atmosphere, and quality childcare services provided by vaccinated staff.

    Welcoming and friendly congregationbeautiful chapel with excellent lightingoutstanding music programs and organist/pianistengagin
  8. 8

    8115 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 40 children

    St. Philip Lutheran Church's preschool program is highly regarded by parents, with the director noted as having exceptional expertise in early childhood development. The facility itself is praised for being clean, accessible, welcoming, and affordable. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff and warm community atmosphere.

    Top-notch preschool programexperienced director with gift for early childhood developmentcaring teachersaffordable pricing
  9. 9

    628 Townside Road Sw, Roanoke, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

    Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Centers - South Roanoke for exceptional staff care and engaging activities. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with parents highlighting the welcoming atmosphere, strong communication, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. Many families have used the facility for multiple years, indicating high satisfaction and retention.

    Caring and sweet staffcreative activitiesstrong communicationaccommodating management
  10. 10
    Kirk Family Ymca
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    520 Church Avenue, Roanoke, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Kirk Family YMCA receives consistently high praise from parents for its engaging activities, flexible scheduling, and welcoming staff. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, quality swim instruction, and variety of programs including summer camps and recreational classes. The center is noted for making children feel happy and safe.

    Engaging activities and programsflexible drop-off/pick-up hoursfriendly and accommodating staffclean facility

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Roanoke based on parent reviews

Honeytree Aquatic Center

5(18)

217 Hershberger Road, Roanoke, VA

Parents consistently praise HONEYTREE AQUATIC CENTER for its caring and professional staff, particularly highlighting teachers Mrs. Kathy and Ms. Sara. The center offers engaging activities, daily photo updates, and unique amenities including an indoor gym, outdoor pool, after-school programs, and karate club. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment and strong satisfaction with the quality of care.

Caring and professional staffengaging activitiesdaily photo communication

Honeytree Early Learning Center - Belle

4.8(20)

2619 Belle Avenue, Roanoke, VA

Honeytree Early Learning Center - Belle in Roanoke receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, low teacher turnover, clean facility, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center is described as feeling like a second home for children.

Caring and attentive stafflow teacher turnoverclean facility

Honeytree Early Learning Center #3

4.8(20)

1530 Patrick Road, Roanoke, VA

Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center #3 in Roanoke for its caring, stable staff and strong communication with families. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the dedication of teachers, cleanliness, and low teacher turnover. Parents report their children form strong attachments to teachers and feel secure in the facility's care.

Caring and gentle stafflow teacher turnoveropen door policy

Honeytree Early Learning Centers - South Roanoke

4.7(20)

628 Townside Road Sw, Roanoke, VA

Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Centers - South Roanoke for exceptional staff care and engaging activities. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with parents highlighting the welcoming atmosphere, strong communication, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. Many families have used the facility for multiple years, indicating high satisfaction and retention.

Caring and sweet staffcreative activitiesstrong communication

Kirk Family Ymca

4.7(20)

520 Church Avenue, Roanoke, VA

Kirk Family YMCA receives consistently high praise from parents for its engaging activities, flexible scheduling, and welcoming staff. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, quality swim instruction, and variety of programs including summer camps and recreational classes. The center is noted for making children feel happy and safe.

Engaging activities and programsflexible drop-off/pick-up hoursfriendly and accommodating staff

Honeytree Early Learning Center #6 - Hollins

4.7(20)

7507 Plantation Road, Roanoke, VA

Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center #6 in Hollins for exceptional, family-like care and strong staff-family relationships. The facility is well-maintained, communicative, and staff members are patient, compassionate, and invested in children's development. Multiple parents report feeling secure leaving their children in this center's care.

Caring and patient staffexperienced director (Kelly/Suzanne)daily photo/video updates

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Roanoke, Virginia

There are 52 child daycare & preschools in Roanoke, Virginia, making up 61% of the 85 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 Roanoke, 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 Roanoke

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Honeytree Aquatic Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise HONEYTREE AQUATIC CENTER for its caring and professional staff, particularly highlighting teachers Mrs. Kathy and Ms. Sara. The center offers engaging activities, daily photo updates, and unique amenities including an indoor gym, outdoor pool, after-school programs, and karate club. Multiple parents report long-term enrollment and strong satisfaction with the quality of care.

Caring and professional staffengaging activitiesdaily photo communication
Address
217 Hershberger Road, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 685-2799
Joyful Noise Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
80 Summerfield Court, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 966-0622
Quality
Today'S Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1115 Barnett Road, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 904-6738
Betty Lou Brown Head Start Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
206 Ninth Street Nw, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 342-9491
One Step Further Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1814 Carroll Avenue N.W., Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 400-6015
Quality
New Vista Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
541 Luck Avenue, Suite 110, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 342-1173
Rutherfoord Head Start Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3417 Bennett Drive N.W., Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 342-5851
Belmont Head Start Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1101 Jamison Avenue Se, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 857-4107
Bonsack Baptist Weekday Early Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4845 Cloverdale Road, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 977-0485
West End Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

West End Center receives uniformly positive feedback from parents whose children attend the after-school program. Parents consistently praise the staff's passion, dedication, and willingness to go above and beyond for the children while maintaining strong family communication.

Passionate and dedicated staffchildren enjoy attendingstaff goes above and beyond
Address
1226 Patterson Avenue S.W., Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 342-0902
Honeytree Early Learning Center - Belle
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Honeytree Early Learning Center - Belle in Roanoke receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, low teacher turnover, clean facility, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. The center is described as feeling like a second home for children.

Caring and attentive stafflow teacher turnoverclean facility
Address
2619 Belle Avenue, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 685-2605
Honeytree Early Learning Center #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center #3 in Roanoke for its caring, stable staff and strong communication with families. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the dedication of teachers, cleanliness, and low teacher turnover. Parents report their children form strong attachments to teachers and feel secure in the facility's care.

Caring and gentle stafflow teacher turnoveropen door policy
Address
1530 Patrick Road, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 344-4730
Quality
Honeytree Early Learning Centers - South Roanoke
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Centers - South Roanoke for exceptional staff care and engaging activities. The center receives universal 5-star ratings with parents highlighting the welcoming atmosphere, strong communication, and their children's enthusiasm about attending. Many families have used the facility for multiple years, indicating high satisfaction and retention.

Caring and sweet staffcreative activitiesstrong communication
Address
628 Townside Road Sw, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 904-5788
Kirk Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Kirk Family YMCA receives consistently high praise from parents for its engaging activities, flexible scheduling, and welcoming staff. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, quality swim instruction, and variety of programs including summer camps and recreational classes. The center is noted for making children feel happy and safe.

Engaging activities and programsflexible drop-off/pick-up hoursfriendly and accommodating staff
Address
520 Church Avenue, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 342-9622
Jesus Is Lord Assembly Of Love
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

These reviews describe a church community rather than a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise the spiritual environment, teaching quality, and caring congregation. One review addresses an administrative dispute regarding transportation pickup procedures.

Loving and welcoming communitystrong spiritual teachingcaring people
Address
702 Ferdinand Avenue Sw, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 892-3019
Honeytree Early Learning Center #6 - Hollins
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Honeytree Early Learning Center #6 in Hollins for exceptional, family-like care and strong staff-family relationships. The facility is well-maintained, communicative, and staff members are patient, compassionate, and invested in children's development. Multiple parents report feeling secure leaving their children in this center's care.

Caring and patient staffexperienced director (Kelly/Suzanne)daily photo/video updates
Address
7507 Plantation Road, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 563-1724
Quality
Temple Emanuel
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Temple Emanuel is a Jewish congregation and preschool in Roanoke, Virginia with an excellent 4.7/5 rating. The facility is praised for its welcoming community atmosphere, quality Jewish education programs, and inclusive environment that attracts both Jewish and non-Jewish families. One reviewer criticized the temple for not adequately supporting the Jewish community during a time of need.

Vibrant Jewish communitywelcoming to people of all backgroundsquality Jewis
Address
1163 Persinger Road Sw, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 467-1459
Angelles Place Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Angelles Place for its warm, welcoming staff and safe, clean environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's attentive care, structured curriculum, and ability to work with children with special needs. Children are reported to be happy, well-behaved, and engaged in learning activities.

Warm and welcoming staffclean and organized facilitysafe environment
Address
3907 Hershberger Road Nw, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 491-9613
Quality
Honeytree Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Honeytree Early Learning Center in Roanoke receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the exceptional quality of teachers and director, the cleanliness of the facility, and strong communication with families through the Tadpoles app and live camera feeds.

Caring and dedicated teachers (especially Mrs. Brittney JenkinsMiss Alinaand Miss Linda)
Address
4330 Franklin Road S.W., Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 725-3505
Mommy Time
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Mommy Time (also referred to as Playtime Roanoke) for its cleanliness, friendly staff, and engaging activities for children of all ages. The new ownership is frequently highlighted as a significant improvement, with parents noting the family-oriented atmosphere and excellent customer service. The facility is particularly popular for birthday parties and playdates.

Clean facilityfriendly and accommodating stafffun activities for all ages
Address
4412 Electric Road, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 355-0788
Honeytree Early Learning Centers - Riverwalk
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Honeytree Early Learning Centers - Riverwalk in Roanoke receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviewed families highlight the caring and attentive staff, engaging activities, strong communication from director Allison, and children's enthusiasm for attending. Parents particularly appreciate individualized attention, including accommodations for allergies, special needs, and dietary preferences.

Caring and attentive staffCreative activities and learning opportunitiesDirector Allison's communication and leadership
Address
1824 Jefferson Street S.E., Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 343-5905
Creative Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Creative Kids Daycare in Roanoke receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, loving staff, strong educational programs, and nurturing environment that supports their children's development.

Caring and attentive teachersdaily communication with parents via pictures and updatesclean and organized facility
Address
1631 Blue Hills Drive, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 344-0370
Quality
Lansdowne Head Start Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
2624 Salem Turnpike, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 345-6426
Toadally Kidz Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
2609 Peters Creek Road Nw, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 562-1200
Quality
Marmion Head Start Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1114 Grayson Avenue Nw, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 345-1194
Quality
The Y Afterschool At Crystal Spring
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
2620 Carolina Ave. S.W., Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 293-6724
Quality
Children'S Castle Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Children's Castle for its caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, and strong communication. The center is noted for accommodating children with behavioral challenges and providing developmental activities. One parent noted the facility's willingness to work through difficult periods, though suggested more frequent communication about ongoing behavioral issues would have been helpful.

caring and attentive staffclean facilitygood communication
Address
3743 Challenger Avenue, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 977-1282
Quality
Greenvale School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6
Address
627 Westwood Blvd. N.W., Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 342-4716
Quality
Shepherd'S Care Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Shepherd's Care Day School receives mixed reviews. Many parents praise the caring staff, cleanliness, and supportive environment, with several reporting their children are happy and well-cared for. However, some parents cite concerns about child supervision, incident reporting, communication responsiveness, and compliance with custody orders.

Friendly and caring staffclean facility with daily sanitizationlong-term enrollment stability
Address
728 Highland Avenue Se, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 342-4003
Quality
North Star Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

North Star Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the staff's kindness, educational quality, and engaging activities. However, one parent reported the facility was unable to accommodate their autistic, non-verbal daughter on her first day and asked for immediate pickup. Another parent shared a negative experience from their childhood there.

Friendly and compassionate staffstrong educational and social developmentflexible hours with early arrival and late pickup
Address
5407 Peters Creek Rd. Nw, Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 366-3629
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Frequently asked questions

There are 52 child daycare & preschools daycares in Roanoke, Virginia, out of 85 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Roanoke, 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
Roanoke offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 52 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 29 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 Roanoke for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Roanoke 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.