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Best Before or After School Daycare in Wheeling, WV

Compare 7 before or after school daycare in Wheeling. Average rating: 4.06/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Wheeling, West Virginia at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.06/5
Parent reviews
67
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Wheeling has 7 licensed before or after school daycare with 67 parent reviews averaging 4.06/5.The largest concentration is in 26003 with 20 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wheeling

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
    The King'S Daughters Child Care Center
    4.41 score
    4.7(7)

    61 13th St, Wheeling, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

    The King's Daughters Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as the best preschool in the area. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, quality meals, cleanliness, and strong security measures. The facility is well-managed with clear communication about children's daily activities.

    Caring and compassionate staffexcellent meal qualityclean facilitystrong security and safety measures
  2. 2
    Holy Family Child Care Center
    3.94 score
    3.9(9)

    161 Edgington Ln, Wheeling, WV · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 97 children

    Holy Family Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents whose children attended, with praise for safe, nurturing care and strong child development outcomes. However, prospective parents report significant frustration with communication and lack of responsiveness regarding waitlist inquiries and enrollment information.

    safe and nurturing environmentstrong cognitive and social developmenthealthy mealsengaging lesson plans and creative play

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Wheeling

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
1

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 67 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.42avg rating
11 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.35avg rating
7 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

1avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Wheeling zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2600320
4.06
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Wheeling (20–150 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Wheeling based on parent reviews

Higher Hills Childrens Center Ost

5(1)

22 Chapel Rd, Wheeling, WV

Sikora Montessori School

3.7(3)

2108 Lumber Ave, Wheeling, WV

One parent highlights the school's sweet and professional teachers, noting positive communication and their child's progress in independence and manners. Another review praises the environment for accommodating first-time daycare children, while a third criticizes the enrollment process for misleading availability claims.

sweet teachersprofessional staffgreat communication

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Daycare types in Wheeling

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 7

Before or After School Daycare in Wheeling, West Virginia

There are 7 before or after school daycare in Wheeling, West Virginia, making up 35% of the 20 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 Wheeling have an average rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 44% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 67 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling

Showing 7 results

Higher Hills Childrens Center Ost
Before or After School Daycare
5
Address
22 Chapel Rd, Wheeling, WV
Phone
(304) 905-9541
Sikora Montessori School
Before or After School Daycare
3.7

One parent highlights the school's sweet and professional teachers, noting positive communication and their child's progress in independence and manners. Another review praises the environment for accommodating first-time daycare children, while a third criticizes the enrollment process for misleading availability claims.

sweet teachersprofessional staffgreat communication
Address
2108 Lumber Ave, Wheeling, WV
Phone
(304) 905-5845
Ymca Of Wheeling
Before or After School Daycare

YMCA of Wheeling receives unanimous 5-star ratings from reviewers who praise the friendly and professional staff, clean facilities, and quality programs including swimming and fitness classes. The facility is undergoing renovations expected to expand capacity and improve amenities. Parents appreciate the welcoming environment, including special accommodations for children with different needs.

Friendly and professional staffswimming programs with warm water and lifeguardspersonal swim lessons
Address
55 Lounez Ave, Wheeling, WV
Phone
(304) 242-2809
Youth Services System Elm Grove Before & After Care Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
85 Milacres Dr, Wheeling, WV
Phone
(304) 243-0363
Cradles To Crayons Bethlehem Elementary Universal Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
22 Chapel Rd, Wheeling, WV
Phone
(304) 243-0350
Cradles To Crayons Out Of School Time-Steenrod Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
100 Clarks Ln, Wheeling, WV
Phone
(304) 242-7060
Cradles To Crayons Out Of School Time-Woodsdale Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1 Bethany Pike, Wheeling, WV
Phone
(304) 242-7060

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 before or after school daycares in Wheeling, West Virginia, out of 20 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 Wheeling have an average Google rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 44% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Wheeling, 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
Wheeling offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Wheeling for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Wheeling 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.