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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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L Montessori

Little Hearts Alexandria #75

Norfolk

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 50

L Preschool

Little Hearts Portsmouth #201

Norfolk

Preschool (2-5) Cap 35

N Licensed Center

Norfolk ABC Childcare #220

Norfolk

Infants & Toddlers Cap 34

N Family Daycare

Norfolk Bright Beginnings #221

Norfolk

School Age (5+) Cap 109

N Preschool

Norfolk Children's Place #223

Norfolk

Preschool (2-5) Cap 17

N Licensed Center

Norfolk Discovery Preschool #228

Norfolk

Infants & Toddlers Cap 96

N Montessori

Norfolk Early Learning Center #219

Norfolk

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 100

N Before/After School

Norfolk KinderCare #225

Norfolk

School Age (5+) Cap 48

N Infant Care

Norfolk Primrose School #226

Norfolk

Preschool (2-5) Cap 39

P Group Care

Portsmouth Bright Futures Daycare #200

Norfolk

School Age (5+) Cap 24

P Montessori

Portsmouth Childcare Academy #197

Norfolk

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 48

P Group Care

Portsmouth Generations Daycare #192

Norfolk

School Age (5+) Cap 21

P Head Start

Portsmouth Kids First Academy #202

Norfolk

2 years - 12 years Cap 79

P Preschool

Portsmouth KinderSmile #193

Norfolk

Preschool (2-5) Cap 40

P Infant Care

Portsmouth Learning Center #196

Norfolk

Preschool (2-5) Cap 55

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.