Licensed Daycare in Merrimac, Virginia
Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.
Childcare costs in Merrimac
ChildCare Aware reports the Virginia average full-time cost at $1,180/month for infant care and $880/month for preschool. City-level prices in Merrimac vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.
The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Virginia families may also qualify for Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 873-6515).
Full Virginia licensing & cost overviewQuick facts
- State regulator
- Virginia Department of Education — Office of Child Care Health and Safety
- Infant ratio
- 1:4
- Toddler ratio
- 1:5
- Preschool ratio
- 1:10
- Avg capacity
- 76 kids
ZIP codes covered
All Merrimac licensed centers
Page 1 of 1First Steps Harrisonburg #216
Merrimac
Kids R Us Portsmouth #96
Merrimac
Little Genius Newport News #242
Merrimac
Norfolk Generations Daycare #122
Merrimac
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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.
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Search 4 Licensed Centers in Merrimac
Free, no signup, verified directly with Virginia Department of Education — Office of Child Care Health and Safety.