How do I choose the right daycare in Charlottesville?

When choosing a daycare in Charlottesville, 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

What types of daycare are available in Charlottesville?

Charlottesville offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 48 facilities Headstart Programs — 4 facilities Church Daycare — 15 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.

Headstart Programs in Charlottesville, Virginia (4 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Virginia?

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 Charlottesville for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Charlottesville

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.

Faith Christian Center International

4.79 score

5(19)

2186 Richmond Road, Charlottesville, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 120 children

Faith Christian Center International is a religious facility in Charlottesville that operates a daycare program alongside its church services. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, caring staff, and quality children's ministry. The facility maintains good hygiene standards and creates a nurturing environment for kids.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming and friendly environmentquality children's ministrybeautiful facility

First Baptist Church

4.64 score

4.8(20)

735 Park Street, Charlottesville, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 120 children

First Baptist Church in Charlottesville receives consistently positive feedback from attendees. Parents praise the church's children's and youth ministries as outstanding and well-organized. The congregation is described as welcoming, friendly, and focused on meaningful biblical teaching.

Excellent children's ministrystrong youth programsengaging sermonswelcoming atmosphere

Barrett Early Learning Center

4.6 score

4.9(10)

410 Ridge Street, Charlottesville, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

Barrett Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a loving, nurturing facility with dedicated and experienced teachers. Parents emphasize the home-like atmosphere, focus on child development across all areas, and the center's long-standing reputation (over 60 years) as one of the best early learning centers in Charlottesville.

Caring and dedicated teachershome-like atmospheresafe environmentchild focus on physical/emotional/social/intellectual growth

Northridge Community Church

4.58 score

5(7)

5100 Dickerson Road, Charlottesville, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 80 children

Northridge Community Church offers religious education and family programs in Charlottesville. Parents praise the children's program, youth initiatives, and various courses offered. The facility is noted for its welcoming environment and quality leadership.

Children's programyouth programsMarriage Course highly recommendedquality teaching

Congregation Beth Israel

4.58 score

4.9(9)

301 East Jefferson Street, Charlottesville, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

These reviews do not pertain to daycare services. They describe Congregation Beth Israel as a vibrant synagogue with strong community, welcoming staff, and various religious and educational programs. The reviews praise the congregation's support, kindness, and active engagement with the Charlottesville Jewish community.

Welcoming and caring communityresponsive and kind staffreligious education programs (Hebrew school and religious school)adult learning opportunities

Boar'S Head Sports Club

4.56 score

4.7(20)

200 Wellington Drive, Charlottesville, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

Boar's Head Sports Club is a highly-rated facility praised for excellent amenities, professional staff, and well-maintained grounds. Parents highlight strong programming across tennis, squash, rock climbing, basketball, and other sports, with particular appreciation for the Kids Club team. The facility is wheelchair accessible and offers convenient services like dining and shopping.

Excellent facility conditionfriendly and professional staffcomprehensive indoor and outdoor sports amenitieswheelchair accessible

Boar'S Head Sports Club Summer Day Camp

4.56 score

4.7(20)

200 Wellington Drive, Charlottesville, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

Boar's Head Sports Club is highly praised for its excellent facilities and professional staff. Parents appreciate the variety of activities available including tennis, squash, rock climbing, basketball, and pool amenities. The club is noted for being well-maintained, wheelchair accessible, and offering quality programs for both children and adults.

Great facilities in excellent conditionfriendly and professional staffwheelchair accessiblevariety of activities (tennis

Trinity Presbyterian Church

4.55 score

4.7(18)

3101 Fontaine Avenue Extended, Charlottesville, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

Trinity Presbyterian Church is a highly-regarded evangelical church in Charlottesville with a strong community focus. Parents praise its welcoming atmosphere, quality preaching, Christian education programs, and outreach to students and families. The facility offers excellent amenities including a fenced playground, gym, nurseries, classrooms, and beautiful grounds.

welcoming communitygospel-centered teachingexcellent preachingstrong Christian education program

Christ Episcopal Church

4.53 score

4.8(10)

103 W. Jefferson Street, Charlottesville, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 12 children

This listing appears to be for a church, not a daycare center. Reviews praise Christ Episcopal Church in Charlottesville for its welcoming community, beautiful historic architecture, and quality clergy services including sermons and marriage ceremonies.

Welcoming and friendly staffhistoric and beautiful architecturemeaningful services and sermonscommunity involvement

Restoration United Methodist Church

4.49 score

4.8(8)

5145 Dickerson Road, Charlottesville, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 40 children

Restoration United Methodist Church is a highly welcoming and inclusive religious facility that parents describe as warm, loving, and family-friendly. The congregation emphasizes acceptance and inclusion, with engaging worship services and a casual, non-judgmental atmosphere. Parents consistently praise the community spirit and positive environment for children.

welcoming and inclusive environmentwarm and loving congregationengaging sermons and worshipfriendly people

Headstart Programs in Charlottesville, Virginia

There are 4 headstart programs in Charlottesville, Virginia, making up 6% of the 68 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 4 headstart programs daycares in Charlottesville, Virginia, out of 68 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Charlottesville, 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

Charlottesville offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 48 facilities
Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
Church Daycare — 15 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 Charlottesville for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Charlottesville 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.

4 Headstart Programs in Charlottesville, Virginia

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