Best Daycares in Norfolk, VA — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 25 daycares and childcare centers in Norfolk based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Norfolk

  1. #1 — Ghent United Methodist Preschool Score: 77%

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

  2. #2 — Building Blocks Pre School Score: 77%

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

  3. #3 — Loch Meadow Kindergarten Score: 77%

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

  4. #4 — CPR Certification Norfolk Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — New E3 School Score: 77%

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

  6. #6 — St Peter's Episcopal Day School Score: 77%

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

  7. #7 — The Academy of Learning Score: 77%

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

  8. #8 — Fisherman's Net Preschool & Learning Center Score: 77%

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

  9. #9 — Colonial Day School Score: 77%

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

  10. #10 — Parkdale Preschool & Daycare Score: 77%

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

  11. #11 — Larchmont United Methodist Preschool Score: 73%

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

  12. #12 — Calvin Preschool Score: 71%

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

  13. #13 — Berkley-Campostella Early Childhood Center Score: 69%

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

  14. #14 — Mc Lea Day School Score: 69%

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

  15. #15 — Vinny's Montessori Center Score: 63%

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

  16. #16 — Little Whisper Early Learning Academy Score: 63%

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

  17. #17 — Global Engineers Academy Score: 60%

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

  18. #18 — Blue Ribbon Results Academy Score: 60%

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

  19. #19 — Bee Brilliant Childcare Score: 60%

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

  20. #20 — First Presbyterian Preschool Score: 60%

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

  21. #21 — Abraham's Christian Academy Score: 60%

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

  22. #22 — Hrcap Wellington Oaks Head Start Score: 49%

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

  23. #23 — My Growth and Learning Place Score: 40%

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

  24. #24 — My Little School Score: 40%

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

  25. #25 — Lion's Club Child Study Center Score: 14%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score percentage 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%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Norfolk?
Ghent 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 percentage combines weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web and contact presence, profile completeness, accreditation, press recognition, and years of operation, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. 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.