Licensed Daycare in Wakefield, 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 Wakefield
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 Wakefield 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
- 94 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Wakefield
All Wakefield licensed centers
Page 1 of 1Chesapeake Bright Beginnings #39
Wakefield
Little Hearts Alexandria #159
Wakefield
Suffolk Playhouse Academy #13
Wakefield
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Search 3 Licensed Centers in Wakefield
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