How do I choose the right daycare in Richmond?

When choosing a daycare in Richmond, 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 Richmond?

Richmond offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 149 facilities Church Daycare — 64 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 14 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 Richmond, Virginia (14 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 Richmond for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Richmond

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.

Cornerstone Baptist Church

4.64 score

4.8(20)

6100 Cornerstone Boulevard, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 198 children

This facility appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the church community, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere, but do not address childcare services or educational programming.

Welcoming and family-oriented communityknowledgeable pastoral staffBible-focused teachingstrong sense of belonging

Hatcher Child Development Center

4.64 score

4.8(20)

2300 Dumbarton Road, Richmond, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 175 children

NOTE: Reviews appear to be for Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church, not a daycare facility. The church is described as welcoming and community-focused, hosting various programs including addiction recovery support and children's activities. Reviews consistently praise the congregation, leadership, and facility.

Welcoming and friendly congregationcommunity outreach programschildren's activitiesstrong music program

St. Stephen'S Episcopal Church

4.64 score

4.8(20)

6000 Grove Avenue, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 128 children

This is not a daycare facility but rather an Episcopal church in Richmond, Virginia. Reviews praise the welcoming community, excellent music program, beautiful campus, and extensive community outreach programs including childcare services, food pantry, and farmer's market.

Welcoming and kind staffstellar music programbeautiful facilitiesdiverse worship services

Building Blocks Academy & Daycare INC.

4.59 score

4.8(14)

2422 North Avenue, Richmond, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children

Building Blocks Academy & Daycare Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, dedicated staff and strong sense of community. Parents report their children are well-prepared for kindergarten, enjoy attending daily, and benefit from enriching curriculum including Spanish language instruction and special activities.

Warm and caring staff who know all children by namestrong community and family friendshipsexcellent kindergarten preparationSpanish language instruction

All Saints Episcopal Church

4.59 score

4.8(14)

8787 River Road, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

All Saints Episcopal Church in Richmond receives consistently positive reviews (4.8/5 rating). Reviewers praise the welcoming and loving community atmosphere, quality of clergy and worship services, and the church's ability to blend traditional practices with modern relevance. The facility is noted for being inclusive and family-friendly.

Welcoming and friendly communitykind clergybeautiful building with excellent acousticsquality worship services

North Run Baptist Church

4.58 score

4.8(13)

2100 Lydell Drive, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 78 children

North Run Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia has received exclusively positive reviews (10 five-star ratings). Parents and visitors praise the welcoming community, quality religious education programs including Sunday School and Awana, and the caring church family atmosphere. The facility is described as well-suited for its programs and activities.

welcoming congregationloving and caring staffquality religious education (PreK/K Sunday SchoolAwana programs)

St. James Baptist Church

4.58 score

4.8(13)

2169 New Market Road, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 90 children

Note: These reviews are for the church facility, not a daycare program. Reviews consistently praise the pastor's leadership and spiritual teaching, welcoming congregation, and warm atmosphere during worship services.

Spiritual focus and biblical teachingwelcoming and friendly communityinspirational pastor and leadershipwarm atmosphere

St. James'S Episcopal Church

4.56 score

4.7(20)

1205 West Franklin Street, Richmond, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

St. James's Episcopal Church in Richmond operates a preschool program within a historic church that receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, pleasant staff, and quality preschool services. However, most reviews focus on the church's broader activities (food service, AA/NA meetings, services) rather than specifically on daycare operations.

Welcoming environmentpleasant and helpful staffquality preschool programbeautiful historic building

New Deliverance Evangelistic Church

4.56 score

4.7(20)

1701 Turner Road, Richmond, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

This facility is a religious church, not a daycare center. Reviews are from church members praising the pastor, worship services, and spiritual community rather than childcare services. All 10 reviews give 5-star ratings focused on the church's ministry and pastoral leadership.

Welcoming atmospherestrong spiritual teachingcommunity supportmultiple ministries

New Direction Childcare & Learning Center LLC

4.56 score

4.7(20)

140 East Belt Boulevard, Richmond, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 109 children

New Direction Childcare & Learning Center in Richmond receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, strong educational focus, and supportive environment, particularly noting significant developmental progress in their children's learning and social-emotional growth.

caring and attentive staffsafe and welcoming environmentstrong educational curriculumdevelopmen

Before or After School Daycare in Richmond, Virginia

There are 14 before or after school daycare in Richmond, Virginia, making up 6% of the 227 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 Richmond, 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 14 before or after school daycares in Richmond, Virginia, out of 227 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 Richmond, 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

Richmond offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 149 facilities
Church Daycare — 64 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 14 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 Richmond for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Richmond 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.

14 Before or After School Daycare in Richmond, Virginia

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