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Licensed Daycare in Gretna, Virginia

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

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 Gretna 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 Gretna typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Gretna?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,180/mo

Virginia avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Gretna

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 Gretna 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: 76 kids

ZIP codes covered

24557 4

Program types in Gretna

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Gretna licensed centers

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E Preschool

Explorer Kids Lynchburg #37

Gretna

Preschool (2-5) Cap 116

H Before/After School

Hampton Childcare Academy #183

Gretna

School Age (5+) Cap 44

R Montessori

Richmond Sunshine Daycare #63

Gretna

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 61

V Family Daycare

Virginia Beach Children's Place #209

Gretna

School Age (5+) Cap 85

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

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Gretna, Virginia?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Gretna, 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 Gretna?

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 Gretna 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 Gretna typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Gretna?

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 Gretna 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.