Virginia Childcare Licensing Search

Childcare Assistance · Virginia · Free

Official Virginia DSS tool to look up licensed childcare centers and family day homes with inspection reports, compliance history, and capacity information. Search by name, city, county, or ZIP code to find licensed providers near you and review their most recent inspection results. Use this resource when comparing childcare options to verify licensing status and check for any violations. Access the search tool at dss.virginia.gov at no cost and without creating an account.

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Phone: 800-543-7545

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