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Licensed Daycare in Richmond, Virginia

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Richmond?

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 Richmond 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 Richmond typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Richmond?

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 .

52 licensed daycares in Richmond, 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 Richmond

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 Richmond 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: 61 kids

ZIP codes covered

23224 10 23223 8 23226 7 23219 6 23294 5 23237 5 23236 5 23231 5

Program types in Richmond

Before & After School Care

7 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

6 centers

Child Care Center

6 centers

All Richmond licensed centers

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A Head Start

Active Kids Newport News #250

Richmond

2 years - 12 years Cap 87

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids Harrisonburg #233

Richmond

School Age (5+) Cap 17

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids Newport News #247

Richmond

School Age (5+) Cap 17

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Portsmouth #107

Richmond

School Age (5+) Cap 83

F Infant Care

First Steps Norfolk #146

Richmond

Preschool (2-5) Cap 75

G Group Care

Growing Minds Newport News #264

Richmond

School Age (5+) Cap 17

H Head Start

Happy Days Newport News Daycare #266

Richmond

2 years - 12 years Cap 88

H Montessori

Harrisonburg Childcare Academy #239

Richmond

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 49

H Before/After School

Harrisonburg Golden Gate Daycare #221

Richmond

School Age (5+) Cap 45

H Infant Care

Harrisonburg Learning Center #238

Richmond

Preschool (2-5) Cap 17

H Montessori

Harrisonburg Learning Tree #223

Richmond

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 36

H Licensed Center

Harrisonburg Little Stars Daycare #240

Richmond

Infants & Toddlers Cap 106

H Group Care

Harrisonburg Panda Kids Academy #226

Richmond

School Age (5+) Cap 62

H Before/After School

Harrisonburg Playhouse Academy #237

Richmond

School Age (5+) Cap 23

H Family Daycare

Harrisonburg Sunflower Daycare #225

Richmond

School Age (5+) Cap 22

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Richmond, Virginia?

Our directory lists 52 licensed childcare centers in Richmond, 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 Richmond?

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 Richmond 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 Richmond typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Richmond?

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 Richmond 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.