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Best Before or After School Daycare in Bellefonte, PA

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Bellefonte. Average rating: 3.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Bellefonte, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.8/5
Parent reviews
75
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Bellefonte has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 75 parent reviews averaging 3.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Bellefonte

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
    Staci Redman Childcare At Zion Community Church
    4.42 score
    4.6(12)

    3261 Zion Rd, Bellefonte, PA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 75 children

    Reviews for Zion Community Church are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the welcoming and warm environment. The facility is noted for its Bible-based teachings and genuine, friendly congregation and staff. Parents report positive experiences with both the spiritual community and the facility itself.

    welcoming atmospherewarm and friendly peopleBible-based teachinggenuine staff
  2. 2
    Bellefonte Family Ymca Day Care Center
    4 score
    4(15)

    125 W High St, Bellefonte, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 108 children

    Parents praise Bellefonte Family YMCA Day Care Center for its caring, friendly, and helpful staff. The facility offers comprehensive programs including childcare, swimming lessons, fitness classes, and recreational activities for all ages. Families report that children enjoy attending and look forward to the programs.

    Caring and supportive staffchildren enjoy attendingquality swimming instructionvariety of classes for all fitness levels
  3. 3
    Bellefonte Family Ymca-Bellefonte Elem
    4 score
    4(15)

    100 W Linn St, Bellefonte, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise the Bellefonte Family YMCA for its caring and friendly staff, quality childcare programs, and diverse facility offerings. Children enjoy attending and parents appreciate the supportive community atmosphere. The facility provides comprehensive services including swimming, fitness classes, and all-day childcare at reasonable prices.

    Caring and friendly staffchildren enjoy attendingquality instructionsupportive community
  4. 4
    Bellefonte Family Ymca-Marion Walker
    4 score
    4(15)

    100 School Dr, Bellefonte, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    Parents praise the Bellefonte Family YMCA for its caring and friendly staff, quality childcare programs, and comprehensive facility offerings. Children are reported to enjoy attending daycare and benefit from various classes and programs. The facility is viewed as a welcoming community asset with reasonable pricing.

    Caring and friendly staffchildren enjoy attendingquality instructionsupportive environment
  5. 5
    Bellefonte Family Ymca/Benner
    4 score
    4(15)

    490 Buffalo Run Road, Bellefonte, PA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 45 children

    Bellefonte Family YMCA/Benner receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. The facility is appreciated for its caring staff, diverse programming across all age groups, and reasonable pricing. Parents report their children enjoyed the childcare program and looked forward to attending.

    caring and friendly staffdiverse class offerings for all ages and fitness levelsreasonable pricingclean facilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Bellefonte

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
4
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 75 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Reasonable pricing
4
2Clean facilities
4
3Children enjoy attending
3
4Knowledgeable instructors
3
5Caring and friendly staff
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.55avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Bellefonte zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
168237
3.8
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Bellefonte (35–108 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Bellefonte based on parent reviews

Bellefonte Family Ymca/Benner

4(15)

490 Buffalo Run Road, Bellefonte, PA

Bellefonte Family YMCA/Benner receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. The facility is appreciated for its caring staff, diverse programming across all age groups, and reasonable pricing. Parents report their children enjoyed the childcare program and looked forward to attending.

caring and friendly staffdiverse class offerings for all ages and fitness levelsreasonable pricing

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Daycare types in Bellefonte

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, making up 14% of the 7 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 Bellefonte have an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 17% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 75 parent reviews. Parents in Bellefonte most frequently praise daycares for reasonable pricing, clean facilities, and children enjoy attending.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Bellefonte

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Bellefonte Family Ymca/Benner
Before or After School Daycare
4

Bellefonte Family YMCA/Benner receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. The facility is appreciated for its caring staff, diverse programming across all age groups, and reasonable pricing. Parents report their children enjoyed the childcare program and looked forward to attending.

caring and friendly staffdiverse class offerings for all ages and fitness levelsreasonable pricing
Address
490 Buffalo Run Road, Bellefonte, PA
Phone
(814) 355-5555

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, out of 7 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 Bellefonte have an average Google rating of 3.8 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 17% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Bellefonte, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Pennsylvania's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Pennsylvania)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Bellefonte offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Pennsylvania 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 Bellefonte for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Bellefonte must be licensed by Pennsylvania'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.