CHILD CARE

Child Care Services

Finding safe, reliable, and high-quality child care is an important decision for every family. The Virginia Department of Social Services offers helpful tools and resources through the Child Care VA website to support parents, guardians, and child care providers.

Find Quality Child Care Near You

Child Care VA provides a Provider Locator that allows families to search for licensed and quality-rated child care providers in their area. This tool can help you explore options and make informed decisions about care for your child.

Choosing the Right Provider

To help families evaluate child care options, Child Care VA has created a checklist designed to guide you through questions to ask and things to look for when visiting a potential provider. This checklist can be printed and taken with you as you tour facilities and meet caregivers.

Child Care Subsidy Assistance

If you need help paying for child care, the Child Care VA website offers information about the child care subsidy program. Families can learn about eligibility, application steps, and available resources to support access to quality child care.

Information for Child Care Providers

If you are interested in becoming a child care provider, Child Care VA offers resources on licensing, regulations, training, and quality improvement opportunities to help you provide safe and nurturing care.