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Best Headstart Programs in Bristol, VA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Bristol. Average rating: 4.47/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Bristol, Virginia at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.47/5
Parent reviews
154
Top rated (4.5+)
8

Bristol has 1 licensed headstart programs with 154 parent reviews averaging 4.47/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 67% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 24201 with 16 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Bristol

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
    Covenant Fellowship Church
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    2004 Lee Hwy, Sunrise Child Care, Bristol, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 96 children

    IMPORTANT NOTE: These reviews are for a church facility, not a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual environment, and quality of pastoral leadership. Visitors highlight the inclusive community and positive experience across all age groups.

    Welcoming and non-judgmental atmospherestrong spiritual presenceexcellent preaching and pastoral leadershipaccommodating to families with special needs
  2. 2
    Antioch Baptist Church
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    1016 Old Airport Road, Bristol, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 58 children

    Reviews praise the church leadership, particularly Pastor Brad and Sister Sandra, for their genuine faith and welcoming community. Parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere and quality of worship services at this religious facility.

    Welcoming and friendly peoplestrong Christian leadershipquality sermonspastor's genuine heart for community
  3. 3
    St. Anne Catholic Church
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    300 Euclid Ave St. Anne Catholic Preschool Program, Bristol, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

    These reviews are not about daycare services but rather about St. Anne's Catholic Church as a parish. Reviewers consistently praise the church's welcoming community, liturgical quality, and supportive staff.

    Friendly and welcoming congregationknowledgeable and caring pastorbeautiful and clean facilityexcellent homilies and music
  4. 4
    Girls Incorporated Of Bristol
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    613 Highland Avenue, Bristol, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 149 children

    Parents consistently praise Girls Incorporated of Bristol for its engaging programs and caring staff. Children enjoy attending, with the summer program keeping them actively engaged. Staff members like Allen, Nicole, Heather Lawson, and Miss Grace are specifically commended for their attentiveness and support.

    Caring and attentive staffengaging summer programschildren love attendingstaff provides emotional support and individual attention
  5. 5
    Creative Learning Center
    4.05 score
    4.1(5)

    1 Virginia Street, Bristol, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Creative Learning Center in Bristol, Virginia receives consistently high praise from parents. They highlight caring, accommodating staff, effective learning outcomes, and a traditional, Christian-based educational approach. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily.

    Caring and understanding facultyeffective learning environmenttraditional school structureChristian-based curriculum
  6. 6
    Boys & Girls Club Of The Mountain Empire -Virginia Unit
    3.8 score
    3.7(10)

    334 Rebecca Street, Bristol, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 250 children

    The Boys & Girls Club of the Mountain Empire in Bristol receives mixed reviews. While some parents praise it as a happy, healthy place with fun activities and community programs, multiple parents report serious concerns about staff behavior and bullying issues that led them to withdraw their children.

    Fun activities and eventsplayground facilitiescommunity programswelcoming atmosphere for some families
  7. 7
    The Nurtury
    3.51 score
    3.3(12)

    1206 Lawrence Avenue, Bristol, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The Nurtury has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the teaching staff as caring and sweet, and highlight the new director's improvements and outdoor facilities. However, some parents report serious concerns about food portions, forced napping/eating practices, and staff behavior.

    Caring and sweet teachersnew director making improvementshealthy food optionsshaded playground
  8. 8
    The Nurtury Developmental Child Care And Preschool
    3.51 score
    3.3(12)

    1206 Lawrence Avenue, Bristol, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

    The Nurtury has received mixed reviews with significant praise for teachers and recent improvements under new leadership, but serious concerns about director management, feeding practices, and child care standards. Most positive reviews highlight caring staff and a welcoming environment, while negative reviews cite food portion issues, inappropriate discipline, and potty training regression.

    Caring and sweet teachersnew director implementing improvementshealthy f

Rating Distribution

Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Bristol

4.5 - 5.0
8
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.21avg rating
13 daycares · 8 rated

Church Daycare

4.97avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Bristol zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2420116
4.36
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Bristol (44–250 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

8

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Bristol based on parent reviews

Benhams Head Start Center

5(1)

7741 Rich Valley Road, Bristol, VA

One parent reports that their three-year-old grandson, who previously cried daily at another Head Start location, now loves this school and eagerly prepares for the bus each morning.

child loves the schoolchild gets excited for the buschild prepares willingly in the morning

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Daycare types in Bristol

Child Daycare & Preschools 13Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 4Before or After School Daycare 1

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Headstart Programs in Bristol, Virginia

There are 1 headstart programs in Bristol, Virginia, making up 5% of the 19 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 Bristol have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 154 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Bristol, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Headstart Programs in Bristol

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Benhams Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
5

One parent reports that their three-year-old grandson, who previously cried daily at another Head Start location, now loves this school and eagerly prepares for the bus each morning.

child loves the schoolchild gets excited for the buschild prepares willingly in the morning
Address
7741 Rich Valley Road, Bristol, VA
Phone
(276) 466-9122
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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Bristol, Virginia, out of 19 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 Bristol have an average Google rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Bristol, 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
Bristol offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 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 Bristol for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Bristol 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.