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Licensed Daycare in Norfolk, Virginia

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Norfolk?

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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Norfolk?

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 .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,180/mo

Virginia avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Norfolk

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 Norfolk 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: 62 kids

ZIP codes covered

23510 5 23509 5 23517 4 23513 4 23502 4 23523 3 23518 3 23507 3

Program types in Norfolk

Infant & Toddler Center

6 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

5 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

All Norfolk licensed centers

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A Head Start

Active Kids Portsmouth #194

Norfolk

2 years - 12 years Cap 89

A Head Start

Alexandria ABC Childcare #80

Norfolk

2 years - 12 years Cap 77

A Before/After School

Alexandria Bright Beginnings #81

Norfolk

School Age (5+) Cap 80

A Infant Care

Alexandria Bright Futures Daycare #74

Norfolk

Preschool (2-5) Cap 21

A Preschool

Alexandria Early Learning Center #79

Norfolk

Preschool (2-5) Cap 44

A Licensed Center

Alexandria Kids First Academy #76

Norfolk

Infants & Toddlers Cap 59

A Head Start

Alexandria Little Stars Daycare #72

Norfolk

2 years - 12 years Cap 52

A Before/After School

Alexandria Rainbow Learning Center #73

Norfolk

School Age (5+) Cap 98

A Family Daycare

Alexandria Sunshine Daycare #77

Norfolk

School Age (5+) Cap 97

F Group Care

First Steps Norfolk #230

Norfolk

School Age (5+) Cap 105

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Alexandria #82

Norfolk

Preschool (2-5) Cap 104

G Group Care

Growing Minds Norfolk #222

Norfolk

School Age (5+) Cap 77

H Licensed Center

Happy Days Alexandria Daycare #84

Norfolk

Infants & Toddlers Cap 81

H Head Start

Happy Days Norfolk Daycare #224

Norfolk

2 years - 12 years Cap 71

L Montessori

La Petite Academy Norfolk #227

Norfolk

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 30

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Norfolk, Virginia?

Our directory lists 36 licensed childcare centers in Norfolk, 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 Norfolk?

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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Norfolk?

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 Norfolk 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.