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Best Church Daycare in Fairmont, WV

Compare 1 church daycare in Fairmont. Average rating: 4.02/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Fairmont, West Virginia at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.02/5
Parent reviews
50
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Fairmont has 1 licensed church daycare with 50 parent reviews averaging 4.02/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 45% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 26554 with 15 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fairmont

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
    Pierpont Community And Technical College Laboratory Preschool
    4.38 score
    4.7(6)

    1201 Locust Ave, Fairmont, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Parents consistently praise Pierpont Community and Technical College Laboratory Preschool for its college atmosphere, kind and helpful staff, and affordable rates. The facility offers convenient parking and serves families well. One parent noted poor communication from administration and restrictions on foreign evaluation acceptance.

    Kind and helpful staffaffordable pricingcollege atmosphereconvenient parking
  2. 2
    Valley Chapel Umc Dba Valley Chapel Child Development Center
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    1511 Pleasant Valley Rd, Fairmont, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Valley Chapel Child Development Center receives highly positive reviews, with parents praising its caring and loving environment dedicated to Christian values. The facility is described as a peaceful, nice place. One reviewer simply noted it is a church.

    Loving and caring staffcommunity-focusedChristian valuespeaceful atmosphere
  3. 3
    Sunbeam Child Care
    4.26 score
    4.4(9)

    1654 Mary Lou Retton Dr, Fairmont, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 139 children

    Parents consistently praise Sunbeam Child Care for its caring, professional, and knowledgeable staff who create a safe, nurturing learning environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents appreciate the regular communication throughout the day. The facility is noted for its security measures, cleanliness, outdoor play, and life skills instruction.

    Attentive and qualified staffstrong communication with parentssafe and secure facilityclean environment
  4. 4
    Fritz'S Rugratz LLC
    4.05 score
    4.1(6)

    13 Opal Dr, Fairmont, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 47 children

    Fritz's Rugratz LLC receives predominantly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring staff, child development, and family-like atmosphere. However, two parents reported significant concerns about the facility's refusal to accommodate medical orders for special diets and assistive communication devices for their autistic children.

    Loving and attentive staffstrong communication with parentschild development and learning outcomesclean facility
  5. 5
    Kids R Special, INC.
    3.65 score
    3.4(7)

    1401 Country Club Rd, Fairmont, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 109 children

    Kids R Special receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising staff responsiveness, caring teachers, and child development. However, two negative reviews raise serious safety concerns including unexplained injuries, lack of accountability, and inadequate supervision.

    Caring and loving staffquick response to concernschildren enjoy attendinggood for transitions
  6. 6
    Learning Land Daycare & Preschool
    3.51 score
    3.1(6)

    1017 Fairmont Ave, Fairmont, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Learning Land Daycare receives mixed reviews with strong praise for engaged teachers, small class sizes, outdoor activities, and security measures, but serious concerns about management decisions, handling of behavioral issues, and inappropriate reporting to authorities. Some parents report excellent experiences with their children thriving, while others describe bullying incidents mishandled and questionable teacher judgment.

    Small class sizes (capped at 8)frequen

Rating Distribution

Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Fairmont

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.92avg rating
10 daycares · 10 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Fairmont zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2655415
4.02
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fairmont (8–139 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Fairmont

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Headstart Programs 4Church Daycare 1

Church Daycare in Fairmont, West Virginia

There are 1 church daycare in Fairmont, West Virginia, making up 7% of the 15 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 Fairmont have an average rating of 4.02 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 45% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 50 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Fairmont, 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 Fairmont

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Educare Child Care Center
Church Daycare
Address
901 Fairmont Ave, Fairmont, WV
Phone
(304) 657-0430

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in Fairmont, West Virginia, out of 15 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 Fairmont have an average Google rating of 4.02 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities. About 45% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fairmont, 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
Fairmont offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 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 Fairmont for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fairmont 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.