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Best Before or After School Daycare in Chester, VA

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Chester. Average rating: 4.16/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Chester, Virginia at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.16/5
Parent reviews
242
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Chester has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 242 parent reviews averaging 4.16/5.The largest concentration is in 23831 with 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chester

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
    Ironbridge Church
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    10900 Ironbridge Road, Chester, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 110 children

    Note: Reviews appear to be for the church itself rather than its daycare services. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality sermons, meaningful music, and inclusive community. No specific feedback about daycare operations or child care services was provided.

    Welcoming and friendly staffquality pastoral leadershipmeaningful worship musicinclusive environment for all ages
  2. 2
    Chester Baptist Church
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    4317 School Street, Chester, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 56 children

    Chester Baptist Church in Chester, Virginia is a welcoming religious facility that serves as a community resource. Reviews consistently praise the warm, friendly atmosphere and kind congregation. The church actively hosts community programs and events.

    Welcoming and friendly communitysupportive congregationwelcoming to outside organizationsbeautiful building
  3. 3
    Chester Presbyterian Church
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    3424 W. Hundred Road, Chester, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Chester Presbyterian Church is a religious facility that serves as a community hub beyond traditional worship services. Reviews highlight its welcoming atmosphere, beautiful facilities, and active involvement in community programs including scouting, food assistance, and support services.

    Friendly and welcoming staffbeautiful church building with pipe organsupports Boy Scouts and Girl Scoutshosts community meal programs
  4. 4
    River Of Love Ministries
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    2206 East Hundred Road, Chester, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    River of Love Ministries is a Christian-based daycare and preschool in Chester, Virginia with a 4.6/5 rating. Parents praise the affordable pricing, educational preparation for kindergarten, and faith-based curriculum. One parent reported concerns about unfair treatment of school-age children during bus loading procedures.

    Christian/faith-based educationreasonable pricingkindergarten preparationbefore and after school care available
  5. 5
    River'S Bend Children'S Center
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    120 West Hundred Road, Chester, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 159 children

    River's Bend Children's Center receives unanimous 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and educational quality. Parents consistently report that their children feel safe, loved, and are well-prepared academically and socially. Leadership by owners Clark and Amanda is frequently highlighted as exceptional and family-focused.

    caring and attentive teachersstrong academic preparationemotional intelligence developmentexcellent communication with parents
  6. 6
    River'S Bend Children'S Center
    3.8 score
    3.6(5)

    12201 Kingston Avenue, Chester, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 250 children

    River's Bend Children's Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term families who appreciate the caring staff, safe environment, and professional management, but criticism from parents who experienced abrupt dismissals and report unprofessional communication from staff members.

    Safe and loving environmentexperienced staff who genuinely care for childrensecurity features (cameras and door locks)professional management
  7. 7
    Chester Child Development - Youth Center
    3.61 score
    3.5(17)

    13710 Happy Hill Road, Chester, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children

    Chester Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are happy, well-cared for, and thrive in a nurturing environment. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, engaging activities, and strong communication from leadership. The facility is recommended for its quality curriculum, safety, and positive impact on child development.

    Caring and professional staffNurturing environmentEngaging activities and field tripsStrong communication with parents
  8. 8
    Chester Child Development Center
    3.61 score
    3.5(17)

    13600 Happy Hill Road, Chester, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Parents consistently praise Chester Child Development Center for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. The facility receives high marks for engaging activities, field trips, summer programs, and strong communication with families. Multiple parents express sadness when leaving and would highly recommend the center to others.

    Caring and professional staffwelcoming environmentchildren love attendingengaging activities and field trips

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Chester

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 242 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Caring and professional staff
3
2Reasonable pricing
3
3Children enjoy attending
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.95avg rating
11 daycares · 6 rated

Church Daycare

4.57avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Chester zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
238365
4.17
1
2383112
4.14
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Chester (56–286 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

10

Very Large

150+ children

5

Map

Daycare types in Chester

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Church Daycare 4Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Chester, Virginia

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Chester, 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 Chester have an average rating of 4.16 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 44% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.57 stars. Our analysis covers 242 parent reviews. Parents in Chester most frequently praise daycares for caring and professional staff, reasonable pricing, and children enjoy attending.

When choosing a daycare in Chester, 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 Chester

Showing 2 results

Ymca - Ecoff
Before or After School Daycare
Address
5200 Ecoff Avenue, Chester, VA
Phone
(804) 510-3343
Ymca-Curtis
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3600 W. Hundred Road, Chester, VA
Phone
(804) 729-4866

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Chester, 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 Chester have an average Google rating of 4.16 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 44% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Chester, 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
Chester offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Chester for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Chester 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.