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Licensed Daycare in Newport News, Virginia

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Newport News?

Statewide averages in Virginia run roughly $1180/month for infants and $880/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Newport News daycares?

All licensed Virginia centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Newport News typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Newport News?

Virginia families can apply for Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 873-6515). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

24 licensed daycares in Newport News, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Virginia licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,180/mo

Virginia avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Newport News

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 Newport News 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 overview

Quick 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: 81 kids

ZIP codes covered

23607 7 23605 4 23608 3 23606 3 23604 3 23603 3 23602 3 23601 3

Program types in Newport News

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Newport News licensed centers

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A Family Daycare

ABC Academy Alexandria #93

Newport News

School Age (5+) Cap 53

A Before/After School

ABC Academy Norfolk #233

Newport News

School Age (5+) Cap 116

A Licensed Center

Alexandria Creative Kids #92

Newport News

Infants & Toddlers Cap 113

A Head Start

Alexandria Discovery Preschool #88

Newport News

2 years - 12 years Cap 26

A Montessori

Alexandria Little Scholars #91

Newport News

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 95

A Group Care

Alexandria Primrose School #86

Newport News

School Age (5+) Cap 69

A Before/After School

Alexandria Stepping Stones #89

Newport News

School Age (5+) Cap 59

F Infant Care

First Steps Alexandria #90

Newport News

Preschool (2-5) Cap 22

G Group Care

Growing Minds Portsmouth #208

Newport News

School Age (5+) Cap 49

H Head Start

Happy Days Portsmouth Daycare #210

Newport News

2 years - 12 years Cap 60

J Group Care

Jumping Jacks Norfolk #238

Newport News

School Age (5+) Cap 64

K Licensed Center

Kids R Us Norfolk #236

Newport News

Infants & Toddlers Cap 110

L Preschool

La Petite Academy Alexandria #87

Newport News

Preschool (2-5) Cap 113

L Montessori

La Petite Academy Portsmouth #213

Newport News

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 108

N Head Start

Norfolk Creative Kids #232

Newport News

2 years - 12 years Cap 119

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Newport News, Virginia?

Our directory lists 24 licensed childcare centers in Newport News, Virginia, sourced from Virginia Department of Education — Office of Child Care Health and Safety. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Newport News?

Statewide averages in Virginia run roughly $1180/month for infants and $880/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Newport News daycares?

All licensed Virginia centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Newport News typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Newport News?

Virginia families can apply for Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 873-6515). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Newport News daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Virginia Department of Education — Office of Child Care Health and Safety search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.