Preschools That Accept Child Care Subsidies in Virginia

Virginia's Child Care Subsidy Program helps eligible families who are working, looking for work, or in school or training pay for child care, by paying part of the cost directly to the provider. The Department of Education sets the policy and the Department of Social Services runs it through local offices. Families apply on CommonHelp or at their local department of social services, and pay a copayment.

The subsidy only works at a participating provider, which is why this page exists. The Virginia programs below say they accept child care subsidies or similar help. Many localities have had waitlists since July 2024, so call and ask whether the program is taking subsidy families now. Families who qualify may also want to ask about Head Start and Early Head Start, which are free federal programs for eligible children up to age five.