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2,348 Child Daycare & Preschools in Virginia

Browse 2,348 child daycare & preschools across Virginia. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Virginia

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Virginia can make the decision-making process smoother.

Virginia has about 3,578 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Virginia. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Virginia

There are 3,578 daycares in Virginia: 173 headstart facilities, 188 before/after school centers, 869 religious facility daycares, and 2,348 childcare and preschool centers.

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Forever Young Montessori School And Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Forever Young Montessori School and Day Care is a family-owned business operating for over 30 years with predominantly positive reviews praising staff care and child development. However, two negative reviews allege inappropriate discipline practices and unsafe conditions. The facility serves ages prekindergarten through school-age with before and after school programs.

Caring and loving staffchild development and school preparationconvenient school bus pickup
Address
4613 - 4621 Pembroke Lake Circle, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 499-0570
Staunton-Augusta Ymca Afterschool Adventure Club And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise the Staunton-Augusta YMCA for its clean facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and affordable membership options. The facility offers convenient childcare hours, quality classes and activities, and creates a welcoming family environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the professional instructors, well-maintained equipment, and inclusive atmosphere for families with diverse needs.

Clean facilitiesfriendly staffaffordable membership
Address
604/608 N. Coalter Street, Staunton, VA
Phone
(540) 885-8089
Staunton-Augusta Ymca Summer Day Camp-Weyers Cave Camp Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise the Staunton-Augusta YMCA for its clean facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and affordable family membership. The center offers excellent amenities including an indoor pool, variety of classes, and activities suitable for all ages. Reviewers feel welcomed and describe it as a family-oriented environment.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and attentive staffaffordable membership
Address
682 Weyers Cave Road, Weyers Cave, VA
Phone
(540) 885-8089
Woodlake Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Woodlake Child Development Center receives predominantly positive reviews praising the caring and attentive staff, safe environment, and educational preparation for elementary school. However, recent negative reviews indicate concerns about changes in ownership affecting quality of care and issues with payment enforcement policies.

Warm and welcoming atmosphereattentive and caring staffchildren excited to attend
Address
14750 Meyer Cove Drive, Midlothian, VA
Phone
(804) 739-3709
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Metaphor Academic Center For Russian Language & Culture LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Metaphor as an exceptional bilingual Russian-English educational center with strong academics, excellent staff, and enriching extracurricular activities. Children develop fluent Russian language skills, critical thinking abilities, and well-rounded development in a warm, structured environment. Multiple families report significant academic progress and lasting positive impacts on their children's education.

Strong academic curriculumfluent Russian language acquisitionexceptional and caring teachers
Address
7000 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA
Phone
(202) 492-2282
James S. Long Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

James S. Long Park is a highly-rated recreational facility in Haymarket, Virginia, not a daycare center. Reviews praise its extensive athletic facilities, scenic trails, and well-maintained grounds suitable for families and organized sports. The facility offers multiple amenities including playgrounds, sports fields, picnic areas, and walking trails across several hundred acres.

Well-maintained groundsample playground equipmentmultiple athletic fields
Address
4603 James Madison Highway, Haymarket, VA
Phone
(703) 792-5180
Grandy Village Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Grandy Village Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its knowledgeable and compassionate staff, safe environment, and well-organized, age-appropriate learning activities. Parents highlight the facility's welcoming atmosphere, security measures, and ability to accommodate children with diverse needs, including autism. The center is described as a positive learning environment where children develop academically and socially.

Knowledgeable and kind staffwell-organized activities for multiple age groupssafe facility with on-site security
Address
2971 Kimball Circle, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 246-9170
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Jupiter Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Jupiter Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents emphasize the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, educational progress, and strong communication with families. Children are reported to be happy and excited about attending daily.

Caring and loving staffeducational advancementpotty training support
Address
32365 Constitution Highway, Locust Grove, VA
Phone
(540) 854-0000
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Bon Secours Family Center @ Memorial Regional Medical Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

NOTE: These reviews appear to be for a medical clinic/family center, not a daycare. Parents consistently praise the responsive staff, convenient appointment booking, and quality of care from doctors like Dr. McKenzie and Dr. Smith. The facility benefits from being co-located with a hospital for easy access to bloodwork and imaging.

Responsive staffquick appointment availabilityprofessional and caring doctors
Address
8210 Meadowbridge Road, Mechanicsville, VA
Phone
(804) 559-0647
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Everbrook Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Everbrook Academy in Gainesville receives universally positive feedback from parents, with particular praise for the nurturing environment, qualified staff, and strong leadership under Director Tina. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, cleanliness, engaging curriculum, and staff who are genuinely invested in child development. The facility has reportedly undergone significant improvement following recent leadership changes and is now described as thriving.

Warm and attentive teachersstrong curriculum balancing learning and playclean and well-organized facility
Address
7550 Nolan Road, Gainesville, VA
Phone
(571) 469-1647
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Ffx Pk Auth - Audrey Moore Recenter At Wakefield Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Audrey Moore Rec Center is a well-regarded community recreation facility offering diverse activities for all ages. Parents praise its comprehensive amenities, quality instruction, and family-friendly environment. The facility is well-maintained and conveniently organized despite occasional high demand for popular programs.

Excellent instructors and coaching staffdiverse facilities including pool swimming pool basketball courts and skate parkwell-organized summer camps
Address
8100 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA
Phone
(703) 321-7081
Peter Paul Development Center - George Mason
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Peter Paul Development Center is highly praised for its dedicated and caring staff who create a welcoming, community-focused environment. Parents appreciate the diverse programs offered for children and families, including educational activities, field trips, and enrichment opportunities like gardening and arts. The organization is recognized for its 40-year history of positively impacting the East End community.

Caring and passionate staffcommunity engagementdiverse youth programs
Address
813 N. 28th Street, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 780-1195
Southside Virginia Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Southside Virginia Family YMCA in Farmville receives consistently high praise from members for its welcoming staff, clean facilities, and diverse amenities. The facility is particularly noted for its excellent pool with water features and slides, quality exercise equipment, and variety of fitness and wellness classes. Members appreciate the friendly atmosphere and helpful staff who cater to both fitness enthusiasts and families.

Friendly and helpful staffclean and new equipmentlarge pool with slides and water toys
Address
35 Eagle Drive, Farmville, VA
Phone
(434) 392-3456
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Staunton-Augusta Ymca Summer Day Camp - Mcswain Camp Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise the Staunton-Augusta YMCA Summer Day Camp for its clean facilities, friendly and professional staff, and affordable membership options. The facility offers a variety of classes, activities, and amenities including an indoor pool, making it a welcoming family-oriented environment. Multiple reviewers recommend it highly for childcare and overall family wellness.

Clean facilitiesfriendly staffhelpful and attentive service
Address
1101 North Coalter Street, Staunton, VA
Phone
(540) 885-8089
Stem Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise STEM Preschool for its nurturing environment, structured STEM curriculum, and responsive staff who help children flourish academically and socially. The center is noted for its comprehensive programming including Spanish instruction, extracurricular partnerships, outdoor learning, and strong parent communication through daily updates.

Loving and patient teacherswell-rounded curriculum with STEM focusSpanish instruction
Address
3120 South Abingdon Street, Arlington, VA
Phone
(703) 203-3428
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Southside Virginia Family @ Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Southside Virginia Family @ YMCA is highly praised for its friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and excellent amenities. The facility features a large pool with water activities, modern exercise equipment, and diverse fitness classes. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed strong satisfaction with the welcoming community atmosphere.

Friendly and helpful staffclean and new equipmentlarge pool with slides and water toys
Address
580 Commerce Street, Farmville, VA
Phone
(434) 392-3456
Prevailing Word Ministries
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1664 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA
Phone
(804) 515-0037
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Staples Mill Road Baptist Church
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise Staples Mill Road Baptist Church's daycare (Kids of the Mill) for friendly, caring staff and clean facilities with spacious grounds. Reviews highlight positive developmental outcomes for children from infancy through kindergarten, with engaging activities and good value. The facility is described as providing a strong foundation for early childhood education.

Friendly and attentive staffclean facilitiesspacious indoor and outdoor grounds
Address
10101 Staples Mill Road, Glen Allen, VA
Phone
(804) 672-6813
Light Years Child Development Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Light Years Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, clean facility, educational approach, and their children's visible happiness and development. Multiple parents report feeling at ease leaving their children in the center's care.

Caring and professional staffclean and organized facilityeducational curriculum
Address
725 East Liberty Street, Unit A/B/C, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 747-8710
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123abc Little Learners' Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

123ABC Little Learners' Academy receives mostly positive feedback, with four 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, responsive ownership, and convenient location. However, one 1-star review raises serious concerns about understaffing, poor communication, unsafe facilities, and inadequate handling of a child's special needs.

caring and nurturing teachersresponsive ownerconvenient location near VRE
Address
9110 Railroad Drive, Suite 150, Manassas Park, VA
Phone
(703) 335-8833
Roberta Webb Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
400 Kelley Street, Harrisonburg, VA
Phone
(540) 434-8699
Eagle Nest Center 1 Ltd
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Eagle Nest Center 1 receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviewers giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, family-like treatment from staff, strong child development and learning outcomes, and safety measures including classroom monitoring.

Caring and professional stafffamily-like treatmentchild development and learning
Address
604 Morris Drive, Newport News, VA
Phone
(757) 788-8262
Quality
Nova Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

NOVA KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with particular praise for caring, attentive teachers who build strong bonds with children and maintain excellent communication. However, one parent reported significant concerns about hygiene practices, health standards, and responsiveness to safety issues.

Caring and loving teachersstrong parent-child bondsregular photo updates and communication
Address
1227 North Ivy Street, Arlington, VA
Phone
(703) 527-2288
The Family Center Ymca On Granby
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents praise the YMCA's childcare staff, particularly Miss Anne and Miss Megan, for providing educational activities and attentive care. The facility offers excellent summer camp options with extended hours (6:30 AM - 6 PM) at good value. Overall satisfaction is very high with positive comments about staff friendliness and facility cleanliness.

Welcoming and qualified childcare staffeducational and fun activitiesextended summer camp hours and affordable pricing
Address
2901 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 965-2322
Highkicks Children'S Academy-South Riding
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Highkicks Children's Academy for its dedicated and professional staff, high-quality Taekwondo instruction, and engaging after-school and summer camp programs. Children reportedly enjoy attending, with parents highlighting the combination of academics, physical activity, and character development. All nine reviews give 5-star ratings with strong recommendations.

Passionate and skilled Taekwondo instructionprofessional and well-organized s
Address
25152 Elk Lick Road, Chantilly, VA
Phone
(703) 327-5544
Quality
Greater Works
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Reviews are mixed and appear inconsistent with a daycare center's typical services. Most reviewers praise the friendly staff and efficiency, though some mention long wait times. Several reviews reference services unrelated to childcare, suggesting possible review confusion or misattribution.

Friendly and nice staffquick service/efficiencyhigh quality
Address
168 Commerce Drive, Dendron, VA
Phone
(757) 294-3173
Magnolia Ridge Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Magnolia Ridge Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, caring staff and safe learning environment. Parents highlight strong relationships with teachers, engaging activities, and professional leadership. One parent expressed strong preference for a specific staff member (Ms. Tonya) and concern about potential turnover.

Warm and attentive staffsafe and clean facilityengaging learning activities
Address
1300 Virginia Center Parkway, Glen Allen, VA
Phone
(804) 515-1933
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The Little Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Little Academy in Fredericksburg receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring teachers, strong educational curriculum, and positive child development. Nearly all reviewers recommend the center and highlight excellent communication, engaging activities, and successful kindergarten preparation. One parent reported concerns about bathroom accessibility and billing practices during a brief one-week enrollment.

Caring and communicative teachersstrong academics and kindergarten preparationengaging activities and projects
Address
4721 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 785-3437
The Madame Curie School Of Science & Technology
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Madame Curie School for its caring, attentive teachers and strong STEM/STEAM curriculum. They report their children experience significant academic, social, and emotional growth, with children enjoying school daily and developing independence and confidence.

Caring and patient teachersindividual attention to each childSTEM/STEAM curriculum
Address
43250 Stonewall Pond Street, Chantilly, VA
Phone
(703) 542-6600
Steppin Stones Academy And Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Steppin Stones Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's professionalism, patience, and ability to prepare children academically for kindergarten. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children's learning and behavior. One parent raised concerns about facility cleanliness and frequent illnesses.

Patient and accommodating staffquiet and well-behaved classroom environmentstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
665 Newtown Road, Suites 117-121, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 201-3099
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Frequently asked questions

There are 2,348 child daycare & preschools daycares across Virginia. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Virginia are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Virginia's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Virginia, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Virginia sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Virginia vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.