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Best Before or After School Daycare in Charles Town, WV

Compare 3 before or after school daycare in Charles Town. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Charles Town, West Virginia at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Charles Town offers 3 licensed before or after school daycare, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.2/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Charles Town

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
    Asbury'S Little Angels Preschool
    4.1 score
    4.2(5)

    110 W North St, Charles Town, WV · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    Asbury's Little Angels Preschool receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality teachers, and affordability. However, one review raises concerns about cliquish behavior, internal politics, and potential retaliation against staff members.

    friendly and accommodating staffgreat teachersaffordable pricingpositive school environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Charles Town

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Charles Town, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.2avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.2avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Charles Town zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
254146
4.2
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Charles Town (24–60 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Charles Town

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

Before or After School Daycare in Charles Town, West Virginia

There are 3 before or after school daycare in Charles Town, West Virginia, making up 50% of the 6 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 Charles Town have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.2 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Charles Town, 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 Charles Town

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One parent reports significant financial issues, specifically a lack of credit for a day attended in January, and describes poor treatment of staff by site management. The reviewer also notes that the program operates only every other week, which they view as a limitation.

Address
4599 Summit Point Rd, Charles Town, WV
Phone
(304) 268-8279
Alphabest Education
Before or After School Daycare
Address
370 Page Jackson Rd, Charles Town, WV
Phone
(304) 433-0628
Alphabest Education
Before or After School Daycare

ALPHABEST EDUCATION has extremely mixed reviews. One parent praised the director's patience and care with a child with behavioral issues, but the overwhelming majority of reviews cite serious concerns about staff training, communication, customer service, and program quality.

Director Ms. Jackson described as caring and patient with children with behavioral challengesstaff took time to understand individual child needs
Address
209 West Congress St, Charles Town, WV
Phone
(304) 268-8279

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 before or after school daycares in Charles Town, West Virginia, out of 6 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 Charles Town have an average Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Charles Town, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with West Virginia's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in West Virginia)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Charles Town offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 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 West 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 Charles Town for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Charles Town must be licensed by West 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.