Licensed Center Infants & Toddlers 81 children

Chesapeake Precious Moments #178

3460 Spring St, Blackwater, VA 24221

81
Capacity
0 months - 12 months
Age range
1:4
State infant ratio
$1,180/mo
Virginia avg infant
License in good standing

License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.

About Chesapeake Precious Moments #178

Chesapeake Precious Moments #178 is a licensed center located in Blackwater, Virginia (24221). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Virginia Department of Education — Office of Child Care Health and Safety. Licensed capacity is 81 children.

Cost & subsidies in Virginia

Statewide averages: $1,180/month infant, $880/month preschool. Most Virginia families qualify for assistance through Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program (intake: (866) 873-6515).

Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.

Free · No signup

Request info from Chesapeake Precious Moments #178

Tell us a bit about your child and schedule. We forward the request to the center and follow up within 1 business day.

  • Goes directly to the center director
  • Your info stays private — never sold
  • Free for parents, always

We never share or sell your info. Questions?

Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Chesapeake Precious Moments #178 and any other licensed provider:

  • Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
  • Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
  • Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
  • Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
  • Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
  • Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
Full 30-point tour checklist

Frequently asked questions about Chesapeake Precious Moments #178

Is Chesapeake Precious Moments #178 licensed?
Yes — Chesapeake Precious Moments #178 holds a current Virginia child-care license in our records (status: Active), sourced from Virginia Department of Education — Office of Child Care Health and Safety. Always confirm current status before enrolling.
What ages does Chesapeake Precious Moments #178 accept?
Chesapeake Precious Moments #178 serves 0 months - 12 months. Confirm current openings for your child's age group by contacting the center directly — infant spots in particular fill fastest.
How much does Chesapeake Precious Moments #178 cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, Virginia averages about $1180/month for infants and $880/month for preschool. Contact Chesapeake Precious Moments #178 for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can Chesapeake Precious Moments #178 enroll?
Chesapeake Precious Moments #178 has a licensed capacity of 81 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

Compare Chesapeake Precious Moments #178 side-by-side

See how Chesapeake Precious Moments #178 stacks up against other Blackwater centers on license, capacity, age range, and hours.

Are you the owner or director?

Verify ownership to manage this listing — update description, hours, website. Free, no commitment.

Claim this listing

Browse more Virginia centers

Free, no signup, filter by age and subsidy acceptance.

selected