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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Elkins, WV

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Elkins. Average rating: 3.53/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Elkins, West Virginia at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
3.53/5
Parent reviews
12
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Elkins offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 3.53/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Elkins

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
    Davis Memorial Presbyterian Church After School Program
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    450 Randolph Ave, Elkins, WV · Church Daycare · Capacity: 24 children

    Most reviewers praise Davis Memorial Presbyterian Church as a welcoming, beautiful facility with friendly people and good community atmosphere. The church offers traditional Sunday services at 11am with biblical studies, and provides accessibility features like an elevator. One reviewer gave a negative rating without elaborating.

    Welcoming and friendly communitybeautiful historic buildingaccessible facilities with elevatorample parking

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Elkins

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Elkins, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Elkins zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
262415
3.53
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Elkins (24–116 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Elkins based on parent reviews

Youth Health Services, INC.

3(2)

971 Harrison Ave, Elkins, WV

One parent describes the facility as trustworthy and reliable, while another reports a negative experience regarding unreturned calls and a missed holiday distribution. This feedback highlights a contrast between the facility's reputation and specific administrative responsiveness.

Awesome facilitytrustworthyreliable

Youth Health Services, INC. - Home Ties Child Care, Site 2

3(2)

971 Harrison Ave, Elkins, WV

One parent describes the facility as trustworthy, reliable, and awesome, while another reports being ignored when calling about a thanksgiving box distribution. This second reviewer states that staff failed to return calls and ultimately did not provide the promised holiday items for their children.

trustworthyreliableawesome facility

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Daycare types in Elkins

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Elkins, West Virginia

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Elkins, West Virginia, making up 80% of the 5 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Elkins have an average rating of 3.53 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 12 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Elkins, 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 Elkins

Showing 4 results

Youth Health Services, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent describes the facility as trustworthy and reliable, while another reports a negative experience regarding unreturned calls and a missed holiday distribution. This feedback highlights a contrast between the facility's reputation and specific administrative responsiveness.

Awesome facilitytrustworthyreliable
Address
971 Harrison Ave, Elkins, WV
Phone
(304) 636-6945
Youth Health Services, INC. - Home Ties Child Care, Site 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent describes the facility as trustworthy, reliable, and awesome, while another reports being ignored when calling about a thanksgiving box distribution. This second reviewer states that staff failed to return calls and ultimately did not provide the promised holiday items for their children.

trustworthyreliableawesome facility
Address
971 Harrison Ave, Elkins, WV
Phone
(304) 636-6287
Montessori Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1002 S Davis Ave, Elkins, WV
Phone
(304) 636-6155
Day Cares R Us
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
102 Grant St, Elkins, WV
Phone
(304) 637-7319

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Elkins, West Virginia, out of 5 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Elkins have an average Google rating of 3.53 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Elkins, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with West Virginia's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in West Virginia)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Elkins offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Church 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 West 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 Elkins for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Elkins must be licensed by West 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.