How do I choose the right daycare in Ruther Glen?

When choosing a daycare in Ruther Glen, 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

What types of daycare are available in Ruther Glen?

Ruther Glen offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 2 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Ruther Glen, Virginia (8 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Virginia?

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 Ruther Glen for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ruther Glen

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.

Caroline Family Ymca

4.4 score

4.5(20)

17422 Library Boulevard, Ruther Glen, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

Reviews praise the Caroline Family YMCA for its clean, well-maintained facilities and friendly, knowledgeable staff. Patrons highlight quality equipment, diverse programs and classes, and a welcoming family-friendly environment. The facility is appreciated as a convenient local option offering gym amenities, pools, and childcare services.

Clean and well-maintained facilitymodern and quality equipmentfriendly and approachable staffwarm pool with jets

Countryside Children'S Daycare Center INC. - Prosperity Way

3.29 score

2.7(6)

8025 Prosperity Way, Ruther Glen, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 184 children

Countryside Children's Daycare Center has highly polarized reviews. Two parents praise the long-tenured management, educational preparation, and lack of issues over years of attendance. However, four parents report serious concerns including inadequate child supervision, poor hygiene practices, failure to address bullying, unsafe conditions with children being scratched, and lack of communication with parents about health issues.

Experienced and dedicated long-term staffgood educational preparation for schoolno issues reported by satisfied long-term families

Child Daycare & Preschools in Ruther Glen, Virginia

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Ruther Glen, Virginia, making up 67% of the 12 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 Ruther Glen, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Ruther Glen, Virginia, out of 12 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 Ruther Glen, 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

Ruther Glen offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 2 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 Ruther Glen for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Ruther Glen 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.

8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Ruther Glen, Virginia

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ruther Glen

Top Rated

Caroline Family Ymca

Pink And Blue Childcare Center LLC

Countryside Children'S Daycare Center INC. (Allen Street)

Miss Alyson'S

Miss Alyson'S Daycare

Countryside Children'S Daycare Center INC. - Prosperity Way

Map

Daycare types in Ruther Glen