How do I choose the right daycare in Harrisonburg?

When choosing a daycare in Harrisonburg, 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

What types of daycare are available in Harrisonburg?

Harrisonburg offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 16 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.

Before or After School Daycare in Harrisonburg, Virginia (2 Results)

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

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 Harrisonburg for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Harrisonburg

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.

Generations Crossing

4.75 score

5(15)

3765 Taylor Spring Lane, Harrisonburg, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 108 children

Parents consistently praise Generations Crossing for compassionate, well-trained staff who provide excellent care and communication. The unique intergenerational program connecting children with seniors is frequently highlighted as a standout feature. Families appreciate the included meals, age-appropriate activities, and strong foundation the center provides for school readiness.

Caring and professional stafffrequent parent communication via appincluded catered meals and snacksintergenerational programs with seniors

Tots N Toyland

4.54 score

4.7(17)

167 Massanetta Springs Road, Harrisonburg, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 140 children

Parents consistently praise TOTS N TOYLAND for its caring, loving staff and strong child development. Directors Erica and Reina are noted for excellent communication, responsiveness to concerns, and creating a warm, safe environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple parents report their children eagerly attend and show significant growth.

Caring and loving staffstrong communication with parentschild development and academic growthsmooth transitions for new enrollees

Cornerstone Church And Ministries

4.5 score

5(5)

197 Cornerstone Lane, Harrisonburg, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 29 children

Cornerstone Church and Ministries is a nondenominational Christian facility in Harrisonburg that receives consistent praise from attendees. Parents and visitors highlight the welcoming atmosphere, quality programming, and strong sense of community, with many describing it as feeling like family.

welcoming atmospheresound biblical teachingcontemporary worshipexcellent kids program

Harrisonburg Baptist Church

4.35 score

4.6(7)

501 S. Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 18 children

Harrisonburg Baptist Church receives consistently positive feedback, with visitors praising the building's appearance, welcoming atmosphere, and distinctive bell tower. The church staff is noted as helpful and nice, with the convenient downtown location being an additional benefit.

Gorgeous architecture inside and outsidebeautiful bellswelcoming atmospherehelpful staff

Westover Preschool

4.32 score

4.4(20)

305 S. Dogwood Drive, Harrisonburg, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

Reviews appear to be for Westover Pool, a public swimming facility, rather than Westover Preschool daycare. Parents consistently praise the clean, well-maintained pools with multiple amenities including splash pads, diving boards, and rock climbing walls. Staff receives high marks for friendliness, vigilance, and helpfulness with reservations.

Clean facilitiesaffordable admission and food pricesseparate adult-only poolsplash pad for young children

Shiningstar Daycare Center LLC

3.63 score

3.4(8)

202 Emerson Lane, Harrisonburg, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

Shining Star Daycare receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Five-star reviews praise the caring staff, language development support, responsive care, clean facility, and family-owned atmosphere. However, one-star reviews report unprofessional and rude management, safety concerns with playground equipment, inadequate supervision, and poor initial customer service interactions.

Caring and attentive stafflanguage development supportresponsive to parental r

Before or After School Daycare in Harrisonburg, Virginia

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Harrisonburg, Virginia, making up 9% of the 22 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 Harrisonburg, 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 2 before or after school daycares in Harrisonburg, Virginia, out of 22 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 Harrisonburg, 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

Harrisonburg offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 16 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 Harrisonburg for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Harrisonburg 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.

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