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87 Child Daycare & Preschools in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Browse all 87 child daycare & preschools in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Virginia Beach

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

    3928 Pacific Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

    NOTE: Reviews provided are for a church (Children's House of Galilee), not a daycare center. Reviews praise the congregation, sermons, welcoming atmosphere, and community programs. Parents appreciate the clergy, fellowship opportunities, and family-oriented environment.

    Warm and welcoming communityquality preaching and biblical teachingmultiple service timesextensive programs for all ages
  2. 2

    4449 North Witchduck Road, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 116 children

    Old Donation Episcopal Church in Virginia Beach receives consistently positive feedback for its welcoming community, historic beauty, and spiritual atmosphere. Parents particularly praise the preschool program for 2-year-olds, noting that teachers and staff are genuine, kind, and caring. Visitors and members alike highlight the warm reception from church leadership and a vibrant, inclusive faith community.

    welcoming and caring staffkind teachersgenuine communityhistoric beautiful building
  3. 3

    5473 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

    Gateway Freewill Baptist Church is a religious facility that receives consistently positive feedback from visitors and families. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and spiritual community. The facility is noted for well-organized events like their Christmas Nativity drive-thru and their commitment to student care and development.

    Welcoming and friendly staffkind and helpful peopleinspiring pastoral leadershipwell-organized events with amenities like hot chocolate
  4. 4
    Enoch Baptist Church
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    5685 Herbert Moore Road, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Note: These reviews are for a religious facility (church), not a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, spiritual experience, and Pastor Michael G. Daniels' preaching style and relatability to congregants of all ages.

    Welcoming and friendly congregationstrong sense of community and belongingPastor Daniels' authentic and relatable preaching stylespiritual fulfillment
  5. 5

    1458 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 147 children

    Parents consistently praise Barefoot Kids as an exceptional daycare center with caring, professional staff who treat children like their own. Reviews highlight strong child development, personalized attention to individual needs, outdoor play focus, and a welcoming family atmosphere. Parents report feeling confident and at peace leaving their children in the center's care.

    Warm and nurturing staffpersonalized teaching approachesstrong communication with parentsoutdoor and hands-on play focus
  6. 6

    4392 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

    Thalia Lynn Baptist Church is highly regarded as a welcoming, community-oriented religious facility with caring staff and strong spiritual leadership. Parents consistently praise the friendly atmosphere, genuine interactions with members, and quality children's programs. The church is described as a warm, family-like environment where visitors feel at home.

    Welcoming and friendly communitycaring and loving staffdetailed biblical teachingstrong children's program
  7. 7

    245 South Rosemont Road, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

    Parents consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and friendly leadership at this religious facility. Reviews highlight positive experiences with pastoral staff and family-oriented programming. One reviewer noted the basketball court is smaller than a typical YMCA facility.

    Friendly and welcoming pastorsstrong sense of communitychildcare services availableyouth bible studies offered
  8. 8

    5343 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 360 children

    This is a Catholic parish church, not a daycare facility. Reviews praise the welcoming community, quality religious education programs, engaged clergy, and well-organized services. Parishioners highlight the church's active role in the community and its traditional yet modern approach to worship.

    Welcoming atmosphereorganized catechism/school programsengaged and sincere clergymultiple mass times
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    Toddler Station II
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    601 Declaration Road, Virginia Beach, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Parents consistently praise Toddler Station II for its caring, welcoming staff and positive developmental outcomes for children of all abilities. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's flexibility, cleanliness, affordability, and strong educational focus, with children showing enthusiasm for attending.

    Caring and warm staffwelcoming environmentindividualized attention and flexibilityclean facility
  10. 10

    2708 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 104 children

    Courthouse Community United Methodist Church is a highly welcoming religious facility praised for its inclusive community atmosphere and practical support services. Parents consistently highlight the warm hospitality, strong Christian values, and weekly community programs including pantry pickups and dinners. The facility is noted for helping families in need and creating a home-like environment for visitors and members.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentstrong Christian communitypractical assistance programs (pantry pickupsdinner services)

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Virginia Beach based on parent reviews

Children'S House Of Galilee

4.9(20)

3928 Pacific Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA

NOTE: Reviews provided are for a church (Children's House of Galilee), not a daycare center. Reviews praise the congregation, sermons, welcoming atmosphere, and community programs. Parents appreciate the clergy, fellowship opportunities, and family-oriented environment.

Warm and welcoming communityquality preaching and biblical teachingmultiple service times

Kempsville Academy INC. T/A Barefoot Kids

4.8(20)

1458 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, VA

Parents consistently praise Barefoot Kids as an exceptional daycare center with caring, professional staff who treat children like their own. Reviews highlight strong child development, personalized attention to individual needs, outdoor play focus, and a welcoming family atmosphere. Parents report feeling confident and at peace leaving their children in the center's care.

Warm and nurturing staffpersonalized teaching approachesstrong communication with parents

Toddler Station II

4.7(20)

601 Declaration Road, Virginia Beach, VA

Parents consistently praise Toddler Station II for its caring, welcoming staff and positive developmental outcomes for children of all abilities. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's flexibility, cleanliness, affordability, and strong educational focus, with children showing enthusiasm for attending.

Caring and warm staffwelcoming environmentindividualized attention and flexibility

Discipleship Tabernacle

5(5)

3478 Holland Road, Virginia Beach, VA

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with 5/5 ratings. However, the reviews appear to focus on church worship experiences rather than daycare services. Parents praise the pastor, staff helpfulness, and fellowship atmosphere.

Helpful and honest staffpositive worship experiencewelcoming community

Sowing Seeds Pre-School

4.7(11)

5369 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA

Sowing Seeds Pre-School in Virginia Beach receives consistent praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the exceptional and experienced teaching staff, structured curriculum that promotes learning and development, and the children's enthusiasm for attending. The clean, welcoming environment and involved management team are also frequently commended.

Experienced and caring teachersstructured curriculum with actual instructionchildren excited to attend

Le Bon Enfants

4.6(20)

313 Edwin Drive, Virginia Beach, VA

Le Bon Enfants receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff who genuinely nurture children, strong communication from leadership, and reasonable pricing that includes meals and supplies. Families report feeling confident in their children's safety and development, with many noting significant learning progress and emotional thriving.

Staff genuinely caring and attentiveno cell phones during workconsistent teachers

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Virginia Beach, Virginia

There are 87 child daycare & preschools in Virginia Beach, Virginia, making up 67% of the 130 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 Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach

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Courthouse Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3217 Monet Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 368-0368
Quality
Discipleship Tabernacle
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with 5/5 ratings. However, the reviews appear to focus on church worship experiences rather than daycare services. Parents praise the pastor, staff helpfulness, and fellowship atmosphere.

Helpful and honest staffpositive worship experiencewelcoming community
Address
3478 Holland Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 685-4681
Courthouse Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2708 Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 689-0315
Stratford Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
P.O. Box 55407, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 460-0659
Children'S House Of Galilee
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

NOTE: Reviews provided are for a church (Children's House of Galilee), not a daycare center. Reviews praise the congregation, sermons, welcoming atmosphere, and community programs. Parents appreciate the clergy, fellowship opportunities, and family-oriented environment.

Warm and welcoming communityquality preaching and biblical teachingmultiple service times
Address
3928 Pacific Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 428-1034
Sunnybrook Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Sunnybrook Day School for its warm, family-like environment and dedicated staff. Children show strong academic progress in reading, math, and letters, along with social development. Parents express high satisfaction and willingness to keep their children enrolled through kindergarten.

Warm and caring stafffamily-like atmospherestrong academic curriculum
Address
3380 Edinburgh Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 340-2266
Quality
Kempsville Academy INC. T/A Barefoot Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Barefoot Kids as an exceptional daycare center with caring, professional staff who treat children like their own. Reviews highlight strong child development, personalized attention to individual needs, outdoor play focus, and a welcoming family atmosphere. Parents report feeling confident and at peace leaving their children in the center's care.

Warm and nurturing staffpersonalized teaching approachesstrong communication with parents
Address
1458 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 467-1234
Quality
Sowing Seeds Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Sowing Seeds Pre-School in Virginia Beach receives consistent praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the exceptional and experienced teaching staff, structured curriculum that promotes learning and development, and the children's enthusiasm for attending. The clean, welcoming environment and involved management team are also frequently commended.

Experienced and caring teachersstructured curriculum with actual instructionchildren excited to attend
Address
5369 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 962-2221
Quality
Toddler Station II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Toddler Station II for its caring, welcoming staff and positive developmental outcomes for children of all abilities. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's flexibility, cleanliness, affordability, and strong educational focus, with children showing enthusiasm for attending.

Caring and warm staffwelcoming environmentindividualized attention and flexibility
Address
601 Declaration Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 554-0934
Quality
Le Bon Enfants
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Le Bon Enfants receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff who genuinely nurture children, strong communication from leadership, and reasonable pricing that includes meals and supplies. Families report feeling confident in their children's safety and development, with many noting significant learning progress and emotional thriving.

Staff genuinely caring and attentiveno cell phones during workconsistent teachers
Address
313 Edwin Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 689-4764
The Tender Touch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

These reviews appear to be for a cigar lounge, not a daycare center. There is a data mismatch - THE TENDER TOUCH is listed as a center-based daycare in Virginia Beach, but all submitted reviews discuss cigar selection, humidor quality, lounge amenities, and staff at what is clearly a tobacco retail establishment.

None applicable to daycare services
Address
1363 Lynnhaven Parkway, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 368-2049
Quality
Thalia Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Thalia Day School for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Multiple families have used the facility for years across multiple age groups and report feeling confident their children are loved and well-cared for. The school is noted for strong communication, engaging curriculum, and staff who treat children as their own.

Loving and patient staffstrong communication with parentsengaging curriculum with music and art
Address
4321 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 648-1150
Quality
Rainbow I Preschool & Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Rainbow I Preschool & Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents in Virginia Beach. Parents highlight excellent communication, caring staff, strong developmental outcomes, and comprehensive security features including classroom cameras and locked facility access.

Excellent staff communication and daily updatesin-classroom and playground cameras for parent monitoringsecure locked facility with app-based access
Address
1115 Independence Boulevard, Suite 107, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 460-2150
Quality
Kid'S Town Learning Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Kids Town Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and comprehensive curriculum that prepares children academically and developmentally. Reviewers highlight the clean facility, small class sizes, safety focus, and excellent communication with parents. All children are reported to be happy and excited to attend daily.

caring and compassionate staffstrong academic curriculumclean and well-maintained facility
Address
4847 Dolton Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 490-4702
Quality
A New World Of Learning LLC Bilingual Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

A NEW WORLD OF LEARNING LLC BILINGUAL ACADEMY receives consistently high praise from parents for its bilingual education, caring staff, and nurturing environment. Parents report significant developmental gains in their children's academic, social, and emotional growth. The center is noted for creating a family-oriented atmosphere where children feel safe and engaged.

Bilingual instruction (English and Spanish)staff passion and dedicationstrong academic development
Address
1640 Michigan Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 756-4274
Quality
Ymca School Age Child Care At Princess Anne Family Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the Princess Anne Family YMCA's friendly, well-maintained facility with quality childcare for infants and toddlers, excellent pool amenities, and inclusive community atmosphere. However, some parents express concerns about limited activities and amenities for children over 5 when not enrolled in paid after-school care, and frustration with membership pricing and cancellation policies.

Friendly and helpful staffclean and well-maintained facilityquality infant and toddler childcare
Address
2121 Landstown Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 410-9557
Quality
Bullfrogs And Butterflies
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Bullfrogs and Butterflies receives consistently high praise from parents for its nurturing, home-like environment and dedicated teaching staff led by Ginger and Jessica. Parents highlight strong academic preparation for kindergarten, individualized attention to each child, creative hands-on learning activities, and a clean, well-maintained facility. Families report high child satisfaction and confidence in their children's safety and development.

caring and patient t
Address
2844 North Landing Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 563-2844
First Discovery Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

First Discovery Child Development Center in Virginia Beach receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, safe and nurturing environment, strong communication, and their children's academic and social growth.

Dedicated and caring staffwelcoming and family-like atmosphereexcellent communication with daily updates and photos
Address
5355 Lila Lane, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 424-0040
Quality
Brilliant Beginnings Learning Center III
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Brilliant Beginnings Learning Center III for its warm, family-like environment and highly attentive staff. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent communication, curriculum quality, and the center's ability to support children with developmental delays or separation anxiety. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally at this facility.

Friendly and welcoming stafffamily-like environmentexcellent communication with parents
Address
3740 Holland Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 486-2252
Quality
Forever Young Montessori School And Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Forever Young Montessori School and Day Care is a family-owned business operating for over 30 years with predominantly positive reviews praising staff care and child development. However, two negative reviews allege inappropriate discipline practices and unsafe conditions. The facility serves ages prekindergarten through school-age with before and after school programs.

Caring and loving staffchild development and school preparationconvenient school bus pickup
Address
4613 - 4621 Pembroke Lake Circle, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 499-0570
Steppin Stones Academy And Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Steppin Stones Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff's professionalism, patience, and ability to prepare children academically for kindergarten. Multiple families report significant developmental progress in their children's learning and behavior. One parent raised concerns about facility cleanliness and frequent illnesses.

Patient and accommodating staffquiet and well-behaved classroom environmentstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
665 Newtown Road, Suites 117-121, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 201-3099
Quality
Leafspring School At Virginia Beach
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1973 Sandbridge Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 426-6491
Quality
Mile High Kids Community Dev. INC. Head Start: Hampshire Lane
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
5691 Hampshire Lane, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 227-5810
Quality
Parish Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2020 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 428-6763
Quality
St. Matthew'S Catholic School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

St. Matthew's Catholic School is highly regarded by parents for its strong Catholic values and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is praised for its dedicated teachers, high academic standards, and unique amenities like perpetual adoration chapel and multiple mass times. Parents consistently describe the parish and school environment as warm, organized, and supportive.

Perpetual adoration chapelmultiple mass times availableconnected pre-K through 8th grade school
Address
3316 Sandra Lane, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 420-2455
Kidz World Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
6517 Auburn Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 228-7305
Quality
Kellys Kare Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kelly's Kare Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and family-like atmosphere. The owner, Yvonne Kelly, is frequently mentioned as dedicated and loving. One parent reported poor service and inadequate diaper changes.

Caring and attentive staffsafe environmentfamily-like treatment
Address
4604 Pembroke Lake Circle, Suite 108, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 228-3443
Quality
Academy Of Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise this daycare for its caring, experienced staff who treat children like family, strong curriculum with enrichment activities, and excellent communication through the Brightwheel app. The facility features modern renovations, safety cameras, healthy meals included, and maintains low staff turnover. All reviews are highly positive, with parents noting their children are happy, learning, and developing well.

Caring and experienced stafflow staff turnoverstrong learning curriculum
Address
3560 Chester Street, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 340-7228
Quality
Montessori Academy Of Virginia - Virginia Beach
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Montessori Academy of Virginia for its caring, qualified staff, strong Montessori curriculum, and unique farm visits that foster environmental appreciation. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents noting significant improvements in independence, confidence, and love of learning. The facility maintains high safety and cleanliness standards, though it is priced at a premium level.

Caring and college-educated/Montessori-credentialed staffwarm nurturing environmentstrong safety procedures and security features
Address
4774 Alicia Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 497-1882
Quality
Children'S Palace Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Children's Palace Academy LLC receives consistently high praise from parents for its family-like atmosphere, caring staff, and developmental progress in children. Parents highlight the personalized attention, open communication, and well-rounded activities that keep children engaged and thriving.

Caring and attentive staffstrong child development and progressfamily-oriented environment
Address
4521 East Honeygrove Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 581-6306
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 87 child daycare & preschools daycares in Virginia Beach, Virginia, out of 130 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 Virginia Beach, 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
Virginia Beach offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 87 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 37 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Virginia Beach for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Virginia Beach 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.