Are you ready to become a child care provider? There are several options for providing care in Virginia and we can help you understand all of your choices and make the best decision for your situation. Please select a program type below to learn more about that type of child care program, Virginia’s regulatory requirements, and how to get started. If you are a current child care provider interested in changing your regulatory status or pursuing licensure, we can assist with that too. We are here to help every step of the way. Reach out today at 866-KIDS-TLC or complete this form to get started with a one-on-one business consultation.
Are you looking for more information about starting a child care program in Virginia? Our comprehensive guide will walk you through the various types of child care permitted in Virginia. Learn all about the regulatory process, requirements, and the steps you need to take to establish a new child care program.
Locality fact sheets provide a two-page overview regarding the supply of child care and early care in Virginia localities. Included: number of child care programs by regulation type, program type, licensed capacity, and self-reported cost of care.
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Types of Child Day Programs in Virginia
Home-Based Care
Family Day Homes are child day programs that operate within the home of the child care provider or within the home of any of the children in care. The most common types include:
Center-Based Care
Child Day Centers are any child day programs offered to two or more children under the age of 13 in a facility that is not the residence of the child care provider or of any of the children in care OR 13 or more children in any location. The most common types include: