Children at daycare

Best Before or After School Daycare in Louisa, VA

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Louisa. Average rating: 3.97/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Louisa, Virginia at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
3.97/5
Parent reviews
34
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Louisa has 3 licensed before or after school daycare with 34 parent reviews averaging 3.97/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Louisa

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
    New Life Community Church
    4.47 score
    4.6(19)

    509 E. Main Street, Louisa, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 53 children

    New Life Community Church in Louisa, Virginia receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, quality teachings, and community events that bring families together regardless of church membership. The facility is noted for its kind staff, biblical-based programs for all ages, and warm family-like environment.

    welcoming and inclusive atmospherequality biblical teachingscommunity eventskind and friendly staff
  2. 2
    Monticello Area Community Action Agency - Louisa Head Start
    4.06 score
    4.1(8)

    2035 South Spotwood Trail, Louisa, VA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 20 children

    Reviews are mixed with significant variation in parent experiences. While some parents praise the staff and facility improvements, others report serious concerns including alleged inappropriate staff behavior with children, poor classroom conditions, and unresolved billing issues with the agency's assistance programs.

    Staff described as amazing and helpfulnice ceremony for childrenimproved landscapingquick assistance process for those seeking aid
  3. 3
    Ms. Elizabeth'S Daycare LLC
    3.53 score
    3.2(7)

    4577 Davis Highway, Louisa, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    Ms. Elizabeth's Daycare receives mostly positive reviews praising compassionate care, engaged staff, and strong parent communication. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about child supervision and safety incidents.

    Compassionate and attentive careloving staffowner actively involved in safetystrong parent communication

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Louisa

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Headstart Programs

4.1avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.2avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Louisa zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
230937
3.97
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Louisa (18–70 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Louisa

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Before or After School Daycare in Louisa, Virginia

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Louisa, Virginia, making up 38% of the 8 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 Louisa have an average rating of 3.97 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 34 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Louisa, 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 Louisa

Showing 3 results

Moss Nuckols Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2035 Courthouse Road, Louisa, VA
Phone
(540) 967-5307
Quality
Trevillians Elementary - Louisa Park And Rec
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2035 S. Spotswood Trail, Louisa, VA
Phone
(540) 967-0294
Quality
Thomas Jefferson Elementary - Louisa County Park And Rec
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1782 Jefferson Avenue, Louisa, VA
Phone
(540) 967-1207
Quality

Page 1 of 1· 3 results

Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Louisa, Virginia, out of 8 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 Louisa have an average Google rating of 3.97 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Louisa, 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
Louisa offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Louisa for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Louisa 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.