Licensed Daycare in Madison Heights, Virginia

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Madison Heights?

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 Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Madison Heights?

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 .

4 licensed daycares in Madison Heights, 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 Madison Heights

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 Madison Heights 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: 98 kids

ZIP codes covered

24572 4

Program types in Madison Heights

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Madison Heights licensed centers

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How many licensed daycare centers are in Madison Heights, Virginia?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Madison Heights, 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 Madison Heights?

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 Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Madison Heights?

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 Madison Heights 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.