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Licensed Daycare in Clifton Forge, Virginia

4 licensed daycares in Clifton Forge, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Virginia licensing records.

4
Licensed Centers
1
Infant Care
$1,180/mo
Virginia avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Clifton Forge listings updated May 2026 from official Virginia records.

Daycare in Clifton Forge: what parents should know

Clifton Forge has 4 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Licensed Group Child Care Home the most common type (about 25% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Virginia license at indexing time, sourced from Virginia Department of Education — Office of Child Care Health and Safety.

For age coverage, 1 center in Clifton Forge report infant care (roughly 25% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early). 1 is a Head Start program, free for income-eligible families.

Together, licensed providers in Clifton Forge report capacity for roughly 297 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Clifton Forge childcare by the numbers

4
Licensed providers
297
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Clifton Forge

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 Clifton Forge 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).

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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
74 kids

ZIP codes covered

Largest licensed centers in Clifton Forge

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Clifton Forge, Virginia?
Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Clifton Forge, 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 Clifton Forge?
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 Clifton Forge 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 Clifton Forge typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Clifton Forge?
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 Clifton Forge 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.

Where to get childcare help in Clifton Forge

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Local CCR&R agency

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Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(866) 873-6515 · How to apply
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Clifton Forge, Virginia are compiled from official Virginia Department of Education — Office of Child Care Health and Safety licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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