How do I choose the right daycare in Buckhannon?

When choosing a daycare in Buckhannon, 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

What types of daycare are available in Buckhannon?

Buckhannon offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities Headstart Programs — 5 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.

Headstart Programs in Buckhannon, West Virginia (5 Results)

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

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 Buckhannon for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Buckhannon

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.

Upshur Human Resource.INC.Dba Buckhannon Head Start

4.49 score

4.9(6)

8 Cleveland Ave, Buckhannon, WV · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 40 children

Parents praise Buckhannon Head Start for its professional and kind staff who work well with children. The facility is described as a good learning environment. One parent preferred it over an alternative location.

Nice and professional staffgreat with kidsgood learning environmentstaff deserving of credit

Mountain Cap Of Wv, INC., A Child Development Center At Tennerton

3.55 score

3.3(9)

26 N Kanawha St, Buckhannon, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

Mountain Cap of WV has mixed reviews with significant communication issues. Parents praise the staff's helpfulness and courtesy, but multiple reviewers report poor accessibility and unresponsiveness. Serious concerns about management conduct and HUD compliance violations are also raised.

Helpful and courteous staffawesome people

Mountain Cap Of Wv

3.55 score

3.3(9)

10 Tennerton Dr, Buckhannon, WV · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 67 children

Mountain Cap of WV has mixed reviews with significant communication and service concerns. While some parents praise the staff as awesome and helpful, others report serious issues with management professionalism, unresponsiveness, and alleged discriminatory practices.

Helpful and courteous staffawesome peoplegood directions/map

Mountain Cap Of Wv, INC. Cowen Center

3.55 score

3.3(9)

26 N Kanawha St, Buckhannon, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

Reviews are mixed and largely inconsistent. Positive comments praise staff helpfulness and courtesy, while negative reviews cite communication issues, unresponsiveness, and serious allegations regarding discriminatory practices and unprofessional management. Some reviews appear unrelated to daycare services.

Helpful and courteous staffawesome people

Headstart Programs in Buckhannon, West Virginia

There are 5 headstart programs in Buckhannon, West Virginia, making up 45% of the 11 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 Buckhannon, 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 5 headstart programs daycares in Buckhannon, West Virginia, out of 11 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 Buckhannon, 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

Buckhannon offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
Headstart Programs — 5 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 Buckhannon for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Buckhannon 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.

5 Headstart Programs in Buckhannon, West Virginia

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Buckhannon

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Upshur Human Resource.INC.Dba Buckhannon Head Start

Mountain Cap Of Wv

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