Best Daycares in Norfolk, VA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 22 daycares and childcare centers in Norfolk based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Norfolk

  1. #1 — Larchmont United Methodist Preschool Score: 28/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Vinny's Montessori Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Mc Lea Day School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Elementary school. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Building Blocks Pre School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Parkdale Preschool & Daycare Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Loch Meadow Kindergarten Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — First Presbyterian Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Ghent United Methodist Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Berkley-Campostella Early Childhood Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — New E3 School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Global Engineers Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  12. #12 — St Peter's Episcopal Day School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Blue Ribbon Results Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  14. #14 — The Academy of Learning Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Bee Brilliant Childcare Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Abraham's Christian Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Religious school, Private school. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Fisherman's Net Preschool & Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Colonial Day School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Private school. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Calvin Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Little Whisper Early Learning Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  21. #21 — Hrcap Wellington Oaks Head Start Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  22. #22 — CPR Certification Norfolk Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Norfolk?
Larchmont United Methodist Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Norfolk based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Norfolk?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Norfolk?
Childcare costs in Norfolk vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.