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Best Church Daycare in Dumfries, VA

Compare 2 church daycare in Dumfries. Average rating: 4.54/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dumfries, Virginia at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.54/5
Parent reviews
116
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Dumfries has 2 licensed church daycare with 116 parent reviews averaging 4.54/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 22026 zip code, averaging 4.87 stars across 11 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dumfries

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
    Rising Stars Daycare
    4.75 score
    5(15)

    17926 Main Street, Dumfries, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    Rising Stars Daycare, operated by Ms. Vida, receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise Ms. Vida's exceptional patience, nurturing approach, and ability to help children thrive developmentally while maintaining a clean, safe, family-like environment. The daycare is particularly noted for accommodating children with special needs and easing parental anxiety through regular updates and individualized attention.

    Patient and kind providerclean and hygienic environmentdevelopmental progress in speech and behaviorfamily-like atmosphere
  2. 2
    Badr Community Center Of Dumfries
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    17794 Main Street, Dumfries, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 15 children

    Note: This facility is a mosque (religious community center), not a daycare. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming community atmosphere, knowledgeable and kind leadership, and clean facilities. Parents/congregants highlight the spiritual support and sense of family found at this mosque.

    Welcoming and warm communityknowledgeable and kind Imamclean and well-maintained facilityspiritual support and guidance
  3. 3
    Proverbs Place Child Care & Learning Center
    4.18 score
    4.3(8)

    16622 Dumfries Road, Dumfries, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Proverbs Place receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise small class sizes, academic progress, Christian values, staff stability, and family-like environment. However, recent negative reviews cite significant decline in quality following a directorship change in January, with complaints about the new director's management style, staff turnover, and decreased academic engagement.

    Small class sizeshands-on teachersstrong academic resultsChristian edu
  4. 4
    Clairmont School & Child Care Center
    3.84 score
    3.8(20)

    3551 Waterway Drive, Dumfries, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 116 children

    Parents consistently praise Clairmont School & Child Care Center (operating as Guidepost Montessori) for its caring, attentive staff and strong Montessori-based education approach. Children show significant academic and social-emotional growth, with staff members frequently highlighted for going above and beyond to support individual child development. One parent noted staff shortages affecting lead guide availability, though overall care remained positive.

    Dedicated

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Dumfries

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.37avg rating
10 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
5 daycares

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Dumfries zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2202611
4.87
3
220256
4.05
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dumfries (15–200 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dumfries based on parent reviews

Badr Community Center Of Dumfries

4.6(20)

17794 Main Street, Dumfries, VA

Note: This facility is a mosque (religious community center), not a daycare. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming community atmosphere, knowledgeable and kind leadership, and clean facilities. Parents/congregants highlight the spiritual support and sense of family found at this mosque.

Welcoming and warm communityknowledgeable and kind Imamclean and well-maintained facility

Word Performance Church

5

17902 S. Main Street, Dumfries, VA

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Daycare types in Dumfries

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 5

Church Daycare in Dumfries, Virginia

There are 2 church daycare in Dumfries, Virginia, making up 12% of the 17 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 Dumfries have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 116 parent reviews.

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

All Church Daycare in Dumfries

Showing 2 results

Word Performance Church
Church Daycare
5
Address
17902 S. Main Street, Dumfries, VA
Phone
(571) 931-6380
Quality
Badr Community Center Of Dumfries
Church Daycare
4.6

Note: This facility is a mosque (religious community center), not a daycare. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming community atmosphere, knowledgeable and kind leadership, and clean facilities. Parents/congregants highlight the spiritual support and sense of family found at this mosque.

Welcoming and warm communityknowledgeable and kind Imamclean and well-maintained facility
Address
17794 Main Street, Dumfries, VA
Phone
(703) 221-2237

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 church daycare daycares in Dumfries, Virginia, out of 17 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 Dumfries have an average Google rating of 4.54 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Dumfries, 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
Dumfries offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Dumfries for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dumfries 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.