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Portsmouth: Preschools, Child Care & MDO

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  1. Alabaster Concierge
    Alabaster Concierge is a premier service provider to families in hampton roads area. We assist with running errands such as grocery store, helping busy moms take a break, busy families, personal shopper, post maternity care, newborn care, post office mailing, appointment scheduling and transportation.
    Hampton, VA
    757-504-3028
  2. Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia
    Activities for youth ages 6-18. Education and Career Programs, Health & Life Skills, Character and Leadership Programs, Art Programs, Sports, Fitness and Recreation Programs
    Locations in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Virginia Beach, Franklin & Eastern Shore
    (757) 853-5632
  3. Brave New School
    We are a Mindful Holistic Whole Brain Developmental Children's Educational Organization created to promote opening social and emotional awareness and educational play in a stress-free, balanced, nature-focused environment for ages 3-17.
    4811 High St W. Portsmouth, VA 23703
    (757)-822-8675
  4. Christopher Academy
    Christopher Academy is a nonsectarian, independent school accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS). PreK through 5th grade. Extended stay available.
    3300 Cedar Lane Portsmouth, VA 23703
    (757) 484-6776
  5. Community Outreach Coalition
    The Community Outreach Coalition is a nonprofit organization that ministers to low-income youth and children with disabilities through academics, athletics, and the arts. Childcare, preschool, before/after care, tutoring, summer camps, science programs, athletics, cooking classes, dance and step, performing arts, vocal lessons & more.
    The Legacy House 4901 Portsmouth Blvd Portsmouth VA 23701
    (757) 998-2309
  6. Court Street Academy
    Offering Kindergarten - Ages 3, 4 & 5. Before/After Care is available.
    447 Court Street Portsmouth, VA 23704
    (757) 393-2312
  7. Gentle Touch Learning Center LLC
    Preschool with a focus on project based learning. Before/After care available.
    3621 Turnpike Road Portsmouth, VA 23707
    757-399-5437
  8. Ghent CareGivers, Inc.
    Ghent CareGivers provides trustworthy and experienced nannies for families throughout Hampton Roads including Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and Suffolk.

    Our services include long-term, short-term, and temporary care. We offer full-time, part-time, live-in, live-out, hotel, event, and on-call professionals.

    In addition, we place housekeepers, academic tutors, family assistants, sitters, and offer corporate childcare.

    We also provide postpartum care for mother and baby, including lactation coaching and sleep training.
    Hampton Roads, VA
    757-472-4546
  9. Green Acres Presbyterian Preschool
    3 and 4 year old Pre-K program. Summer Camps also available.
    3135 Hanley Avenue Portsmouth, VA 23703
    757-484-5125
  10. La Petite Academy – Portsmouth
    Childcare for infants, toddlers, preschool, prek. Before/After school and Summer Camps available.
    3903 Cedar Lane Portsmouth, VA 23703
    757-483-4325
  11. Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads MWR
    Military Families. Child Care including 24/7 option. Recreational events.
    Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads Portsmouth, VA
  12. Norfolk Naval Shipyard MWR
    Military Families - Aquatics, Child Care, Youth Center, Special Events.
    Norfolk Naval Shipyard Portsmouth, VA
  13. Oak & Lily Academy
    We seek to provide a safe place for children to learn and grow into the unique individuals God created. Childcare for ages 6 weeks through 24 months. 2, 3, & 4 year-old programs plus Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades. Before and after school care.
    1200 Hodges Ferry Rd Portsmouth, VA 23701
    757-488-0494
  14. P.A.L. Programs
    Boxing (UGMMA) - Universal General MMA acknowledge the tough issues children and young adults face, both in and out of school. Our Stand Tall initiative is a program that focuses on building self-esteem. Universal General MMA builds self-esteem through exercise and mentor-ship. children with higher self-esteem are less bullied. Furthermore, mentored students with high self-esteem are less likely to get into a fight.

    Law Enforcement Explorer - Law Enforcement Exploring is a hands-on program open to young men and women who have completed the 6th grade through 20 years old, interested in a career in law enforcement or a related field in the criminal justice system. The program offers young adults a personal awareness of the criminal justice system through training, practical experiences, competition and other activities. Additionally, the program promotes personal growth through character development, respect for the rule of law, physical fitness, good citizenship and patriotism.

    After School - The Portsmouth Parks & Recreation in partnership with Portsmouth Police Athletic League (PPAL) After School Program is designed to provide Portsmouth’s youth with a safe environment while participating in a wide variety of educational and recreational opportunities.

    PAL Summer camp is hosted by the Portsmouth Police Department. Includes Fun Daily Activities, Weekly Field Trips, Lessons on Crime Prevention, Bullying, and more. This camp is only open to Portsmouth residents ages 5-13.
    Portsmouth, VA
    757-235-5668
  15. Portsmouth Catholic School
    Portsmouth Catholic Regional School is dedicated to nurturing all students through a Christ-centered education: PreK 3, PreK 4 through 8th grade.
    2301 Oregon Ave., Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
    (757) 488-6744
  16. Portsmouth Christian Schools
    Portsmouth Christian School provides an education that is Christ-centered and Biblically based for students in grades K3 ~ 12th
    3214 Elliott Ave., Portsmouth, VA 23702
    (757) 393-0725
  17. Portsmouth YMCA Preschool Program
    Preschool ages 3-4. Before/After Care Available.
    4900 High St West Portsmouth, VA 23703
    (757) 483-9622
  18. Seaside Littles Childcare
    Seaside Littles Childcare is a 757 local, woman/mother-owned agency. Your one-stop-shop for all childcare needs. We do all of the vetting needed so that when you need childcare, we have a team of providers to step in & help. Services available: Short term care, long term care, last minute care, occasional care, specialty care, overnight care, and everything in between
    Hampton Roads, VA
  19. Simonsdale Presbyterian Preschool
    Preschool serving families with children 2½ to 4 years old regardless of race, creed or religion.
    5016 Vick Street Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
    757-488-1177
  20. St. Mark Christian Academy
    Private school for students PreK-4th Grade
    2714 Frederick Blvd Portsmouth, VA 23704
    (757) 399-7176
  21. Sweethaven Christian Academy
    As a ministry of Sweethaven Baptist Church. Preschool, Primary and Secondary School. PK-12th grade. Summer Camps.
    5000 W Norfolk Rd., Portsmouth, VA 23703
    757-484-4067
  22. The Rescue Christian Academy
    Christian Academy offering preschool and kindergarten programs for ages 3 to 6. Summer camp program for ages 3-9. Before/Aftercare is available.
    4810 Portsmouth Blvd. Portsmouth, VA 23701
    ​757-487-2633
  23. Toras Chaim School
    PreK-8th Grade. Toras Chaim is dedicated to the belief that Jewish children and their families can join together to create a nurturing environment that fosters a love for Hashem, His Torah, and our Jewish heritage.
    3110 Sterling Point Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23703
    757-686-2480
  24. YMCA South Hampton Roads
    Multiple programs for Hampton Roads families including fitness and athletic programs for kids and families, toddler programs, swim lessons, arts and theater programs, preschool programs, before/after school child care, summer and out of school camps, teen leadership programs and more.
    Multiple locations throughout South Hampton Roads, VA
    (757) 962-5555