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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Salem, WV

Compare 1 child daycare & preschools in Salem. Average rating: 4.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Salem, West Virginia at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.4/5
Parent reviews
17
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Salem offers 1 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Salem

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.

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    Playground Palace
    4.31 score
    4.4(17)

    226 West Main St, Salem, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

    Playground Palace is a public park in Salem, West Virginia that visitors consistently praise for its recreational facilities. Parents and families highlight the convenient location, well-maintained playground equipment, and ample space for children to play and exercise.

    New and well-maintained equipmentvariety of activitiesconvenient location near interstatefree library on-site

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Salem

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Salem (30–42 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Salem based on parent reviews

Playground Palace

4.4(17)

226 West Main St, Salem, WV

Playground Palace is a public park in Salem, West Virginia that visitors consistently praise for its recreational facilities. Parents and families highlight the convenient location, well-maintained playground equipment, and ample space for children to play and exercise.

New and well-maintained equipmentvariety of activitiesconvenient location near interstate

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Daycare types in Salem

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Salem, West Virginia

There are 1 child daycare & preschools in Salem, West Virginia, making up 50% of the 2 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 Salem have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 17 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Salem, 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 Salem

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Playground Palace
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Playground Palace is a public park in Salem, West Virginia that visitors consistently praise for its recreational facilities. Parents and families highlight the convenient location, well-maintained playground equipment, and ample space for children to play and exercise.

New and well-maintained equipmentvariety of activitiesconvenient location near interstate
Address
226 West Main St, Salem, WV
Phone
(304) 782-2419

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 child daycare & preschools daycares in Salem, West Virginia, out of 2 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 Salem have an average Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Salem, 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
Salem offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 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 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 Salem for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Salem 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.