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Licensed Daycare in Springfield, Virginia

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

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 Springfield 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 Springfield typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Springfield?

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 .

8 licensed daycares in Springfield, 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 Springfield

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 Springfield 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: 77 kids

ZIP codes covered

22153 4 22150 4

Program types in Springfield

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Springfield licensed centers

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G Group Care

Growing Minds Richmond #194

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 97

L Preschool

Lynchburg KinderSmile #165

Springfield

Preschool (2-5) Cap 58

L Infant Care

Lynchburg Learning Center #168

Springfield

Preschool (2-5) Cap 109

R Montessori

Richmond Early Learning Center #191

Springfield

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 101

R Licensed Center

Roanoke Kids First Academy #48

Springfield

Infants & Toddlers Cap 56

R Before/After School

Roanoke Rainbow Learning Center #45

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 67

V Head Start

Virginia Beach Discovery Preschool #340

Springfield

2 years - 12 years Cap 50

V Family Daycare

Virginia Beach KinderCare #337

Springfield

School Age (5+) Cap 82

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 Springfield, Virginia?

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Springfield, 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 Springfield?

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 Springfield 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 Springfield typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Springfield?

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 Springfield 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.