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72 Child Daycare & Preschools in Norfolk, Virginia

Browse all 72 child daycare & preschools in Norfolk, Virginia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Norfolk

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    7808 Wildwood Drive, Norfolk, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

    Parents consistently praise Wildwood Academy (note: reviews mention Wildwood Academy, not the listed center name) for warm, patient staff who are genuinely invested in children's development. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting positive changes in children's learning, behavior, and confidence, along with affordable pricing and excellent parent communication.

    Warm and patient staffindividualized attention to each childpositive developmental progress (socialemotional
  2. 2

    1132 Pickett Road, Norfolk, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Parents overwhelmingly praise Blue Ribbon Results Academy for exceptional academic growth, caring staff, and a brain-based curriculum that prepares children well for kindergarten and beyond. Teachers are consistently described as attentive, patient, and genuinely invested in each child's development. The school maintains strong parent communication and creates a family-like environment.

    Academic excellencebrain-based curriculumattentive and caring teachersstron
  3. 3

    934 & 1000 West Little Creek Road, Norfolk, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 75 children

    Note: These reviews are for Mount Pleasant Baptist Church as a place of worship, not as a daycare facility. Reviews consistently praise Pastor Davis's sermons, welcoming atmosphere, and spiritual experience. The church has maintained a strong congregation for many years with high satisfaction.

    Welcoming and inclusive atmospherestrong biblical teachingprofessional pastorcasual environment suitable for all ages
  4. 4
    First Presbyterian Church
    4.63 score
    4.8(19)

    820 Colonial Avenue, Norfolk, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 160 children

    First Presbyterian Church operates a highly-regarded Pre-K program within their church facility in Norfolk. Parents praise the program for fostering strong social and early academic skills while emphasizing compassion and self-awareness. The facility is noted for its welcoming atmosphere and integration with the broader church community.

    Excellent Pre-K curriculumstrong focus on social-emotional learning and early academicscompassionate teaching approachwelcomi
  5. 5

    2901 East Little Creek Road, Norfolk, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 157 children

    Calvin Presbyterian Church in Norfolk is highly rated by parents and community members who praise it as a warm, welcoming facility with caring staff. The preschool program receives consistent positive feedback from families whose children have attended. The facility is noted for its strong church community, quality worship services, and genuine care extended to families.

    Caring and genuine staffwelcoming atmospherequality preschool programstrong community
  6. 6

    5329 East Virginia Beach Boulevard, A & B, Norfolk, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    Parents consistently praise THE ACADEMY OF LEARNING L.L.C. for its focus on educational development and child care quality. Staff members are described as caring, professional, and attentive to individual needs, creating a family-like environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple reviews highlight the facility's organization, cleanliness, and ability to prepare children well for kindergarten.

    Staff professionalism and careeducational focuschild development and learning outcomesfamily-like environment
  7. 7
    Global Engineers Academy
    4.55 score
    4.8(11)

    2932 East Virginia Beach Boulevard, Norfolk, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Global Engineers Academy receives consistently high praise from parents and family members. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children, particularly in speech, social skills, and academic learning. The facility is noted for its clean environment, attentive staff, curriculum-based approach, and regular photo/video updates to parents.

    child developmental progressattentive and nurturing staffclean facility with natural lightingcurriculum-based instruction
  8. 8

    6901 Newport Avenue, Norfolk, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children

    Unable to provide daycare summary. The reviews provided are for Royster Presbyterian Church in Norfolk, Virginia, not for Mustard Seed Child Care Center. No actual daycare parent reviews are available for analysis.

    None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare center
  9. 9

    1129 West Princess Anne Road, Norfolk, VA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 90 children

    Parents consistently praise the YMCA School-Age Child Care program for its warm, attentive staff who create a safe and secure environment. Children are engaged through structured activities, homework help, and play, with staff showing genuine care and attention to individual needs. Parents report their children are excited to attend and appreciate the convenience and quality of care.

    Warm and welcoming staffsafe environmentstructured activities and schedulestaf
  10. 10

    5523 Pebble Lane, Norfolk, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Parents consistently praise the YMCA School Age Child Care program for its warm, attentive staff who create a safe and welcoming environment. Children are excited to attend and feel secure with consistent routines and activities. The program is valued for engaging care, homework help, and making parenting more manageable.

    Warm and caring staffchildren feel safe and secureconsistent routines and expectationsengaging activities

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Norfolk based on parent reviews

Precious Pearls Ccc For Children With Special Needs

5(12)

7808 Wildwood Drive, Norfolk, VA

Parents consistently praise Wildwood Academy (note: reviews mention Wildwood Academy, not the listed center name) for warm, patient staff who are genuinely invested in children's development. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting positive changes in children's learning, behavior, and confidence, along with affordable pricing and excellent parent communication.

Warm and patient staffindividualized attention to each childpositive developmental progress (social

Blue Ribbon Results Preschool / Child Care Center

4.8(20)

1132 Pickett Road, Norfolk, VA

Parents overwhelmingly praise Blue Ribbon Results Academy for exceptional academic growth, caring staff, and a brain-based curriculum that prepares children well for kindergarten and beyond. Teachers are consistently described as attentive, patient, and genuinely invested in each child's development. The school maintains strong parent communication and creates a family-like environment.

Academic excellencebrain-based curriculumattentive and caring teachers

First Presbyterian Church

4.8(19)

820 Colonial Avenue, Norfolk, VA

First Presbyterian Church operates a highly-regarded Pre-K program within their church facility in Norfolk. Parents praise the program for fostering strong social and early academic skills while emphasizing compassion and self-awareness. The facility is noted for its welcoming atmosphere and integration with the broader church community.

Excellent Pre-K curriculumstrong focus on social-emotional learning and early academicscompassionate teaching approach

The Academy Of Learning L.L.C.

5(7)

5329 East Virginia Beach Boulevard, A & B, Norfolk, VA

Parents consistently praise THE ACADEMY OF LEARNING L.L.C. for its focus on educational development and child care quality. Staff members are described as caring, professional, and attentive to individual needs, creating a family-like environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple reviews highlight the facility's organization, cleanliness, and ability to prepare children well for kindergarten.

Staff professionalism and careeducational focuschild development and learning outcomes

Global Engineers Academy

4.8(11)

2932 East Virginia Beach Boulevard, Norfolk, VA

Global Engineers Academy receives consistently high praise from parents and family members. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children, particularly in speech, social skills, and academic learning. The facility is noted for its clean environment, attentive staff, curriculum-based approach, and regular photo/video updates to parents.

child developmental progressattentive and nurturing staffclean facility with natural lighting

Mustard Seed Child Care Center

4.7(18)

6901 Newport Avenue, Norfolk, VA

Unable to provide daycare summary. The reviews provided are for Royster Presbyterian Church in Norfolk, Virginia, not for Mustard Seed Child Care Center. No actual daycare parent reviews are available for analysis.

None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare center

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Norfolk, Virginia

There are 72 child daycare & preschools in Norfolk, Virginia, making up 68% of the 106 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Norfolk, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Norfolk

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Precious Pearls Ccc For Children With Special Needs
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Wildwood Academy (note: reviews mention Wildwood Academy, not the listed center name) for warm, patient staff who are genuinely invested in children's development. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting positive changes in children's learning, behavior, and confidence, along with affordable pricing and excellent parent communication.

Warm and patient staffindividualized attention to each childpositive developmental progress (social
Address
7808 Wildwood Drive, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 961-1196
The Academy Of Learning L.L.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise THE ACADEMY OF LEARNING L.L.C. for its focus on educational development and child care quality. Staff members are described as caring, professional, and attentive to individual needs, creating a family-like environment where children thrive academically and socially. Multiple reviews highlight the facility's organization, cleanliness, and ability to prepare children well for kindergarten.

Staff professionalism and careeducational focuschild development and learning outcomes
Address
5329 East Virginia Beach Boulevard, A & B, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 818-1663
Quality
Odu Children'S Learning & Research Center #1
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1020 West 47th Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 683-3320
Odu Children'S Learning & Research Center #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4501 Hampton Boulevard, Room 139, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 683-4987
Quality
Loch Meadow Kindergarten INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Loch Meadow Kindergarten receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the warm, welcoming environment and individualized attention to each child's needs. Parents highlight the caring and experienced teachers, emphasis on creativity and independence, and strong communication. Multiple families report their children were happy to attend and experienced significant growth during their time at the school.

Warm and welcoming staffexcellent teacher-child relationshipsindividualized attention to each child
Address
7400 Hampton Boulevard Church Of The Good Shepherd, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 489-2008
Norfolk Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
979 Ingleside Road, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 455-6786
Quality
Oakwood Chapel Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
982 E Avenue, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 853-9431
Quality
Blue Ribbon Results Preschool / Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents overwhelmingly praise Blue Ribbon Results Academy for exceptional academic growth, caring staff, and a brain-based curriculum that prepares children well for kindergarten and beyond. Teachers are consistently described as attentive, patient, and genuinely invested in each child's development. The school maintains strong parent communication and creates a family-like environment.

Academic excellencebrain-based curriculumattentive and caring teachers
Address
1132 Pickett Road, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 930-0524
Global Engineers Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Global Engineers Academy receives consistently high praise from parents and family members. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children, particularly in speech, social skills, and academic learning. The facility is noted for its clean environment, attentive staff, curriculum-based approach, and regular photo/video updates to parents.

child developmental progressattentive and nurturing staffclean facility with natural lighting
Address
2932 East Virginia Beach Boulevard, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 739-1731
Quality
First Presbyterian Church
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

First Presbyterian Church operates a highly-regarded Pre-K program within their church facility in Norfolk. Parents praise the program for fostering strong social and early academic skills while emphasizing compassion and self-awareness. The facility is noted for its welcoming atmosphere and integration with the broader church community.

Excellent Pre-K curriculumstrong focus on social-emotional learning and early academicscompassionate teaching approach
Address
820 Colonial Avenue, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 625-0667
Barbara'S Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Barbara's Childcare Center in Norfolk receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff for treating children and families with genuine care and warmth. Parents highlight affordable part-time options, extended hours, academic learning opportunities, and a family-like environment. One negative review raised a safety concern about a vehicle advertising the business.

Affordable pricingpart-time availabilityextended hours
Address
8055 Carlton Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 480-2272
Quality
Mustard Seed Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Unable to provide daycare summary. The reviews provided are for Royster Presbyterian Church in Norfolk, Virginia, not for Mustard Seed Child Care Center. No actual daycare parent reviews are available for analysis.

None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare center
Address
6901 Newport Avenue, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 423-5854
Ymca School Age Child Care @ Poplar Halls Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise the YMCA School Age Child Care program for its warm, attentive staff who create a safe and welcoming environment. Children are excited to attend and feel secure with consistent routines and activities. The program is valued for engaging care, homework help, and making parenting more manageable.

Warm and caring staffchildren feel safe and secureconsistent routines and expectations
Address
5523 Pebble Lane, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 622-9622
Barbara'S Childcare Center 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Barbara's Childcare Center 2 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, family-like treatment of children, affordable part-time options, and learning opportunities. Parents report their children love attending and feel safe and happy. One parent raised a safety concern about a vehicle advertising the business running a stop sign.

Affordable pricingpart-time availabilitycaring and warm staff
Address
8065 Carlton Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 480-2272
Tender Loving Early Learning Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Tender Loving Early Learning Childcare in Norfolk, Virginia receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. Reviews highlight the center's strong educational curriculum (STEM, social-emotional development), qualified and nurturing staff, and ability to support children with special needs. Parents report their children make significant developmental progress and appreciate the regular communication and welcoming environment.

STEM and creative curriculumsocial-emotional development focusqualified and caring staff
Address
108 West 35th Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 351-0660
Quality
Groomed For Greatness Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Groomed for Greatness Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's warmth, educational quality, and child development outcomes. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about management responsiveness, child safety incidents, cleanliness standards, and handling of custody documentation.

Caring and passionate staffstrong academic and social developmentsafe and nurturing environment
Address
3624 Sewells Point Road, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 963-5044
Quality
Tender Loving Early Learning Childcare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Tender Loving Early Learning Childcare receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, qualified staff and educational focus. Parents report strong developmental progress in academic skills, social-emotional growth, and behavioral development, with particular appreciation for individualized support including special needs accommodation and speech therapy integration.

Qualified and nurturing staffSTEM curriculum with hands-on activitiesstrong social-emotional development focus
Address
103 West 35th Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 622-1502
Ocean Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Ocean Learning Center in Norfolk, Virginia receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a caring, family-oriented facility. Parents highlight the exceptional dedication of owner Mrs. Miller and her staff, who go beyond typical daycare duties to support families. Multiple long-term families and alumni express deep gratitude and lasting positive memories from their time at the center.

Caring and loving staffowner Mrs. Miller's exceptional leadershipfamily-like atmosphere
Address
9266 Chelsea Avenue, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 588-0426
Quality
My Joy Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

My Joy Learning Center in Norfolk receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the staff's dedication, safe and clean environment, and comprehensive care including meals and field trips. Parents report their children develop academically and socially, with many noting significant improvements in behavior and communication after enrolling.

Experienced and stable staffcomprehensive curriculum with academic resultsmeals and snacks included
Address
2804 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 625-5437
Quality
W A Hunton Ymca Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1139 East Charlotte Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 622-7271
Brilliant Beginnings Learning Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Brilliant Beginnings Learning Center II receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the quality of care, staff dedication, and developmental activities. Parents report smooth transitions for new students, responsive communication about incidents, and children who are excited to attend and learn. The center is noted as welcoming, well-organized, and reasonably priced.

Dedicated and caring staffdevelopmentally appropriate activitieswarm greeting rituals
Address
1202 West Little Creek Road, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 468-5747
Grandy Village Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Grandy Village Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its knowledgeable and compassionate staff, safe environment, and well-organized, age-appropriate learning activities. Parents highlight the facility's welcoming atmosphere, security measures, and ability to accommodate children with diverse needs, including autism. The center is described as a positive learning environment where children develop academically and socially.

Knowledgeable and kind staffwell-organized activities for multiple age groupssafe facility with on-site security
Address
2971 Kimball Circle, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 246-9170
Quality
Light Years Child Development Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Light Years Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, clean facility, educational approach, and their children's visible happiness and development. Multiple parents report feeling at ease leaving their children in the center's care.

Caring and professional staffclean and organized facilityeducational curriculum
Address
725 East Liberty Street, Unit A/B/C, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 747-8710
Quality
The Family Center Ymca On Granby
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents praise the YMCA's childcare staff, particularly Miss Anne and Miss Megan, for providing educational activities and attentive care. The facility offers excellent summer camp options with extended hours (6:30 AM - 6 PM) at good value. Overall satisfaction is very high with positive comments about staff friendliness and facility cleanliness.

Welcoming and qualified childcare staffeducational and fun activitiesextended summer camp hours and affordable pricing
Address
2901 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 965-2322
Ymca School Age Child Care @ Blocker Norfolk Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents praise the YMCA School Age Child Care for its clean, well-maintained facility and exceptionally friendly, helpful staff who go above and beyond. The childcare area offers good visibility and supervision, allowing parents to enjoy the extensive gym amenities with confidence. Overall experience is highly positive with reasonable pricing and diverse activities.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and helpful staffattentive childcare supervision
Address
312 West Bute Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 622-9622
All About Children Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1025 Newtown Road, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 995-2085
Quality
Tia'S Precious Love Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Tia's Precious Love Childcare Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, cleanliness, and accommodations, though one negative review describes poor management, facility maintenance issues, and unprofessional staff behavior at what appears to be a different location or franchise.

Caring staffspacious classroomsplayground
Address
5685 East Virginia Beach Boulevard, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 395-4975
Quality
Building Blocks Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Building Blocks Preschool receives consistent 5-star reviews from parents who praise the staff's professionalism, individual attention to each child, and balanced approach to learning and play. Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere, secure facility, and responsive communication as key strengths. The center is particularly noted for its ability to support children with varying needs, including special needs, and for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and care.

Professional and caring staffindividual attention to each childstructured learning environment balanced with play
Address
844 & 848 Jerome Avenue, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 583-6389
Quality
The New E3 School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The New E3 School receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the quality of teaching, caring staff, and developmental focus, but several report frustration with an extremely long waitlist and poor communication after paying a $100 enrollment fee.

Teachers genuinely care for childreneffective learning at young agesresponsive to parent concerns
Address
2901 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 961-6416
Colonial Day School Incorporated
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Colonial Day School receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, nurturing staff led by Ms. Ann, strong curriculum with measurable learning outcomes, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend, develop strong communication and social skills, and form meaningful bonds with teachers. The facility is noted for affordability, cleanliness, and flexibility.

Caring and nurturing staffexperienced director (Ms. Ann)strong curriculum with academic focus
Address
6510 N. Military Highway, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 855-0333
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 72 child daycare & preschools daycares in Norfolk, Virginia, out of 106 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Norfolk, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Virginia's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Virginia)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Norfolk offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 72 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 18 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 13 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Virginia typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Norfolk for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Norfolk must be licensed by Virginia's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.