YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA
Licensed for 250 children from 3 years to 12 years, open weekdays 6:00 AM–6:00 PM. Takes CCSP.
4900 High Street West, Portsmouth, VA, 23703
Listing details last changed Jul 4, 2026
YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA is a child day center in Portsmouth, Virginia.
Capacity
250
Ages
3 years - 12 years
Hours
6:00am - 6:00pm, Monday - Friday
License & details for YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA
- Facility type
- Child day center
- A child care program for two or more children under age 13 in a facility that is not the home of the provider or of any child in care, or for 13 or more children at any location. Children are in care for less than 24 hours. Source: Code of Virginia §22.1-289.02 (opens in a new tab)
- License
- Two Year
- License status
- licensed
- Expires
- Nov 30, 2026
- Accepts subsidy
- Yes
Hours at YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA
- Monday
- 6:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 6:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 6:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Thursday
- 6:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Friday
- 6:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Saturday
- Not listed
- Sunday
- Not listed
From the state record. Holidays and closures are not in it, so call ahead.
Programs & services
- Public programs
- Childcare subsidy vouchers
License and inspection timeline for YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA
Last inspected
Dec 16, 2026
25 inspections on record
An inspection is a visit by state licensing staff to check that a program follows health and safety rules. Inspection reports are public records. Where the state record has them, we show the most recent date and how many are on record; the state’s reports have the details.
How it compares in Portsmouth
| Measure | This center | Typical in Portsmouth |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 250 children | 70 children |
| Weekday opening time | 6:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| Youngest age served | 3 years | 17 months |
Portsmouth has 62 licensed centers. YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA is one of 51 that accept child care subsidy and one of 47 that open before 7 a.m.
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Staff-to-child ratios in Virginia
Virginia sets a maximum number of children per staff member in licensed child care centers. These are the rows for the ages this center serves. 1:4 means one staff member for four children.
- 3–4 years
- 1:10
Rule: 8VAC20-780-350.A-B (Tables 1 and 2) (opens in a new tab). This is the state’s limit, not a promise about this center’s own staffing.
Paying for care in Virginia
Child Care Subsidy Program (CCSP) (opens in a new tab) is Virginia’s child care subsidy program. Agency: Overseen by VDOE; administered by Virginia Department of Social Services and local departments of social services.
The state record lists this center as accepting subsidy. Confirm with the center before you enroll.
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Questions parents ask about YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA
Does YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA accept child care subsidy?
The state record lists YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA as accepting child care subsidy, such as Virginia's child care subsidy program (CCSP). Confirm with the center before you enroll.
What ages does YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA serve?
YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA is licensed to care for children from 3 years to 12 years. The state record lists these age groups: 3 years - 12 years.
What are the hours at YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA?
YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA is open weekdays 6:00 AM–6:00 PM. Call ahead to confirm, since holidays and closures are not in the state record.
How many children is YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA licensed for?
The state record lists a capacity of 250 children. Capacity is the most the license allows, not how many children are enrolled today.
Is YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA licensed, and when was it last inspected?
The Virginia record lists YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA's license status as licensed. The most recent inspection on record was on December 16, 2026, and 25 inspections are on record in all. The state's own reports have the details.
Where this information comes from
Licensing details on this page come from public records kept by Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety (opens in a new tab) · View this record on the state website (opens in a new tab)
This information is sourced from public records and may be incomplete or out of date. For the most current and accurate details, please verify directly with Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety or contact the center directly. Clear Day does not rate, rank or endorse any center.
Data updated Oct 31, 2026 · Source: Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety public records · Check this license on Search for Child Care (Virginia) (opens in a new tab) · How we compile this →
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