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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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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
Blessings For You Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One multi-generational family describes the staff as excellent and family-like, while other parents allege unaccountable management and a severe injury resulting in a permanent facial scar for a child. One reviewer also claims the center deleted their previous negative feedback.

staff described as excellentfamily-like atmosphere
Address
5405 Brook Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 726-6223
Montessori Preparatory School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent describes a positive experience highlighting the school's diverse curriculum and individualized learning approach, while a separate reviewer notes the location is no longer open.

warm and caring teacherscombined Montessori with SpanishChinese
Address
4811 High St., Portsmouth, VA
Phone
(757) 484-7229
Loving Care Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents highlight the staff's patience with non-English speaking children and their affectionate treatment of kids as their own. However, one review reports significant concerns regarding the facility's inability to handle toddlers and unprofessional office interactions.

patience with non-English speaking childrentreats children like their ownfriendly and lovely staff
Address
955 Bird Lane, Salem, VA
Phone
(540) 389-7371
Quality
Tlc Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

TLC Daycare Center in Winchester, Virginia receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the staff's patience, individualized attention, and educational approach—particularly for children with special needs. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns about supervision, care standards, and health/safety violations that contradict the positive accounts.

Welcoming and patient staffstrong academic results (children exceed developmental milestones)special needs accommodation
Address
32 Weems Lane, Winchester, VA
Phone
(540) 662-5399
Quality
Burke United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents highlight the caring and loving nature of the staff, noting that their grandchildren and daughters enjoy the available activities and learn significantly. One reviewer specifically recommends the program for its engaging environment and the positive experience of multiple family members.

caring and loving staffenjoyable activitiessignificant learning outcomes
Address
6200 Burke Center Parkway, Burke, VA
Phone
(703) 250-3657
The Merit School Of Parkridge
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent highlights a very positive experience with staff who are described as super responsible and having excellent teamwork, noting their children have attended for over four years. In contrast, another reviewer criticizes the professionalism of the staff and advises against enrolling children there.

responsible teachersexcellent teamworkpositive long-term experience
Address
81 Parkway Boulevard, Stafford, VA
Phone
(540) 720-3669
Busy Beez Daycare L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Busy Beez Daycare receives mostly positive reviews praising staff professionalism, cleanliness, academic curriculum, and communication. However, serious concerns have been raised about medication administration, infant feeding practices, staff treatment of children with disabilities, and accountability issues.

Caring and attentive staffstrong academic curriculum (ABEKA)excellent cleanliness and hygiene
Address
4489 Martinsburg Pike, Clear Brook, VA
Phone
(540) 662-3222
Boys & Girls Club Of The Mountain Empire - Abingdon Unit
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

The Boys & Girls Club of the Mountain Empire - Abingdon Unit has mixed reviews. While some parents praise it as a happy, healthy place with fun activities and events, multiple parents report serious concerns about staff behavior, including staff screaming at children, bullying among students, and inadequate child management practices.

Fun events and activitiesplaygroundwholesome environment for youth growth
Address
19383 Lee Hwy, Abingdon, VA
Phone
(276) 696-9923
Jump'N Jellybeans Daycare & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise JUMP'N JELLYBEANS DAYCARE & LEARNING CENTER for its caring, professional staff and enriching educational activities. Multiple families report positive developmental changes in their children, including increased socialization and confidence. The owner and director are noted for being accommodating and responsive to parent concerns.

Professional and caring staffengaging educational programs and daily activitiesfield trips and outings
Address
805 Rodman Avenue, Portsmouth, VA
Phone
(757) 393-5867
Bree'S Playhouse Daycare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

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.

Caring and nurturing staffowner Ms. Jackie's personal involvement and accommodationaffordable pricing
Address
1156 Wilkinson Road, Richmond, VA
Phone
(804) 262-4607
Quality
Amberley Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Amberley Child Care for exceptional staff care, developmental support, and strong communication. Children show measurable progress in motor skills, language, and cognitive development. Families describe feeling welcomed as part of a family-like community.

Attentive and caring staffstrong developmental progress trackingmultilingual exposure
Address
1547 & 1543 Amberley Forest Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 416-3526
Quality
From Russia With Love
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

From Russia with Love receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the attentive staff, Russian language instruction, homemade organic meals, and enrichment activities including music, art, and dance. Multiple reviewers compare it favorably to other local childcare options.

Attentive and caring staffhomemade meals made from scratch with organic produceRussian language instruction and fluency development
Address
3637 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 536-4111
Little Ambassadors' Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
5232 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA
Phone
(571) 335-4493
Quality
Midlothian Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise Midlothian Kids Academy for its warm, caring staff, engaging learning environment, and responsive leadership under director Ms. Erica. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show strong development in academic, social, and emotional skills. The facility is noted as clean, affordable compared to competitors, and offers enriching activities and transparent parent communication.

Attentive and caring staffclean facilityengaging curriculum and learning opportunities
Address
6761 Temie Lee Parkway, Midlothian, VA
Phone
(804) 293-4133
Quality
Coal Pit Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
5101 Francistown Road, Glen Allen, VA
Phone
(804) 270-7502
Ymca School Age Child Care At James L. Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

This YMCA facility in Franklin is highly regarded by community members for its welcoming staff, diverse amenities, and family-oriented atmosphere. Reviewers consistently praise the friendliness and helpfulness of all staff members. The facility serves the broader community as a gym and wellness center rather than functioning primarily as a school-age childcare program.

Friendly and helpful staffwelcoming atmospherefamily-oriented environment
Address
300 Crescent Drive, Franklin, VA
Phone
(757) 562-3491
Beautiful Beginnings Daycare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parent feedback for Beautiful Beginnings Daycare and Learning Center is sharply divided, with one family praising the staff's warmth and the child's academic success, while others criticize the center for lack of engagement and excessive communication. Some parents report that the staff failed to observe basic milestones or collaborate on behavioral concerns, whereas another describes the environment as hostile and overly intrusive regarding minor issues.

loving staffstrong curriculumchild's academic success
Address
1974 South Sycamore Street, Petersburg, VA
Phone
(804) 733-7880
Quality
Kid Central - Emerald Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Kid Central - Emerald Hill receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Parents praise the wonderful and professional staff, but several express concerns about staff friendliness, bullying issues, and pickup time management.

Professional staffhelpful staffgood care
Address
11245 Rixeyville Road, Culpeper, VA
Phone
(540) 829-2124
Quality
Culpeper County Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Culpeper County Child Care receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Parents praise the staff's professionalism and helpfulness, but concerns include staff friendliness, bullying issues, and operational challenges with parent pick-up times.

Professional staffhelpful staffgood care
Address
1401 Old Fredericksburg Road, Culpeper, VA
Phone
(540) 829-2124
River'S Bend Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

River's Bend Children's Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term families who appreciate the caring staff, safe environment, and professional management, but criticism from parents who experienced abrupt dismissals and report unprofessional communication from staff members.

Safe and loving environmentexperienced staff who genuinely care for childrensecurity features (cameras and door locks)
Address
12201 Kingston Avenue, Chester, VA
Phone
(804) 530-5600
Quality
Kid Central - Farmington
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Kid Central receives mixed reviews with parents praising the staff's professionalism and helpfulness, but others expressing concerns about staff friendliness, bullying issues, and parental conduct. Overall experiences vary significantly among families.

wonderful staffprofessionalhelpful
Address
500 Sunset Lane, Culpeper, VA
Phone
(540) 829-2124
Quality
Greenvale School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

One parent reports severe concerns regarding staff behavior and disciplinary practices, specifically alleging that one-year-olds are strapped into chairs for extended periods. The reviewer also describes administrative difficulties in transferring their child out of the program due to attendance issues, labeling the environment as a safety risk.

Address
627 Westwood Blvd. N.W., Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 342-4716
Quality
Lighthouse Academy Of Fredericksburg
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Lighthouse Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents and students who praise the Montessori-style education, caring staff, and Christian values. Multiple families report their children thriving academically and emotionally over many years of attendance. Parents highlight individualized learning, small class sizes, and a safe, family-like environment as key strengths.

Montessori approachindividualized learningcaring and qualified teachers
Address
10713 Tidewater Trail, Fredericksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 372-9699
Tinker Bell Day Care Center Ltd.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Tinker Bell Day Care Center receives highly polarized reviews. Six parents praise the structured curriculum, caring staff, clean facility, and family-like environment. However, four parents report serious concerns including staff verbally berating children, dismissing a child with autism after less than one day, and unprofessional communication with parents.

Structured and challenging curriculumclean and organized facilitycaring and attentive staff
Address
21 Mohican Drive 300 Cherokee Road, Portsmouth, VA
Phone
(757) 488-6174
Skipwith Academy At Pebble Creek (#24)
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents consistently praise Skipwith Academy at Pebble Creek for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and developing well across all age groups. The facility is noted for cleanliness, organization, and strong communication with parents.

caring and attentive staffsafe and engaging classroomshappy children
Address
7386 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville, VA
Phone
(804) 569-1717
Quality
Ymca School Age Child Care @ Mt. Trashmore Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Parents praise the school-age and leadership programs, childcare staff, and family-friendly community atmosphere, with specific commendation for staff members like Miss Kaelan, Audrey, Abigail, and Christina. However, the facility faces significant criticism regarding cleanliness, sanitation standards, and management conduct, with multiple parents reporting dirty equipment, locker rooms, and pool areas.

Caring and attentive childcare staffclean and safe stay-and-pl
Address
4441 South Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 456-9622
Mt. Trashmore Family Ymca Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Mt. Trashmore Family YMCA Preschool receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the daycare staff for being caring, attentive, and creating a welcoming community atmosphere, with particular appreciation for programs like stay-and-play childcare and leadership initiatives. However, the facility faces significant criticism regarding cleanliness standards, management issues, and overall facility maintenance.

Caring and attentive daycare staffclean and safe childcare enviro
Address
4441 South Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 456-9622
Quality
Wonder Land Enrichment Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Wonder Land Enrichment Center is a family-owned facility in Verona with over 20 years of experience that receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, engaging activities, clean facility, and strong developmental outcomes for children from infancy through school age. Many families have used the center for multiple children over extended periods and report feeling confident in the quality of care provided.

Experienced staffengaging activitiesclean facility
Address
81 Quicks Mill Road, Verona, VA
Phone
(540) 248-2982
Quality
Southern Fauquier Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

SOUTHERN FAUQUIER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER receives mixed reviews ranging from 1-5 stars. Positive reviewers praise the safe environment, family-like atmosphere, activities, affordable pricing, and comprehensive programs. Negative reviewers report concerns about favoritism toward family members, inadequate supervision of bullying, unprofessional staff behavior including profanity, and safety issues such as smoking on school buses.

Safe environmentfun activitiesfamily-like staff
Address
6117 Catlett Road, Bealeton, VA
Phone
(540) 439-8687

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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.