Best Daycares in Alexandria, VA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 32 daycares and childcare centers in Alexandria based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Alexandria

  1. #1 — Abracadabra Childcare & Development Center Score: 24/100

    Abracadabra | Best Preschools in Alexandria

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Discovery Time Learning Center Score: 20/100

    Discovery Time Learning Center – Voted Best Alexandria Daycare and Preschool

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Madison Day School Score: 19/100

    Madison Day School – Infants and toddlers child development center

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Childtime Score: 18/100

    Childtime of Alexandria in Alexandria, VA

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Life Christian Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Tinyville Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Meeting House Cooperative Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Washington Street UMC Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Bright Horizons at Old Town Alexandria Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Celebree School of Alexandria Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Children's International School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Home service. View full profile →

  12. #12 — The Nest Academy Learning Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Bright Mind Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Great Beginnings Early Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Northeast Stars Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Home service. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Child and Family Network Centers Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Community services non profits. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Valley Drive Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  18. #18 — JCCNV Beth El Early Childhood Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Pozez JCC Beth El Early Childhood Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Feathers Bilingual Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  21. #21 — Creative Play School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Private school. View full profile →

  22. #22 — ChildSpace Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  23. #23 — Matteo's Place Montessori Bilingual Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Emmanuel Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  25. #25 — Fairlington Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  26. #26 — St Clement Episcopal Day School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  27. #27 — Trinity Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  28. #28 — Beverley Hills Church Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  29. #29 — Childtime Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  30. #30 — KinderCare Learning Center Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Alexandria?
Abracadabra Childcare & Development Center is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Alexandria based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Alexandria?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Alexandria?
Childcare costs in Alexandria vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.