Licensed Daycare in Mountain Lake, Virginia

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Mountain Lake?

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 Mountain Lake 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 Mountain Lake typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Mountain Lake?

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 .

4 licensed daycares in Mountain Lake, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Virginia licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,180/mo

Virginia avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Mountain Lake

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 Mountain Lake 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: 103 kids

ZIP codes covered

24136 4

Program types in Mountain Lake

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Mountain Lake licensed centers

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A Preschool

Alexandria Golden Gate Daycare #263

Mountain Lake

Preschool (2-5) Cap 104

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Mountain Lake, Virginia?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Mountain Lake, 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 Mountain Lake?

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 Mountain Lake 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 Mountain Lake typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Mountain Lake?

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 Mountain Lake 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.