How do I choose the right daycare in Norfolk?

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

What types of daycare are available in Norfolk?

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.

Headstart Programs in Norfolk, Virginia (3 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Virginia?

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.

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.

Precious Pearls Ccc For Children With Special Needs

4.71 score

5(12)

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

Blue Ribbon Results Preschool / Child Care Center

4.64 score

4.8(20)

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

Mount Pleasant Baptist Church

4.64 score

4.8(20)

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

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

Calvin Presbyterian Church

4.59 score

4.8(14)

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

The Academy Of Learning L.L.C.

4.58 score

5(7)

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

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

Mustard Seed Child Care Center

4.55 score

4.7(18)

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

Ymca School-Age Child Care @ Taylor Elementary

4.53 score

4.7(15)

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

Ymca School Age Child Care @ Poplar Halls Elementary

4.53 score

4.7(15)

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

Headstart Programs in Norfolk, Virginia

There are 3 headstart programs in Norfolk, Virginia, making up 3% 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.

Frequently asked questions

There are 3 headstart programs 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.

3 Headstart Programs in Norfolk, Virginia

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