Day-care center offering educational activities and a summer program.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Garden Of Children ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1974
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
36 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
36:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Learn, Grow & Play Everyday!'
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Garden Of Children?
The application deadline for Garden Of Children is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Garden Of Children located?
Garden Of Children is located in the North Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 3 other private schools located in North Newport News.
School Reviews
5 8/1/2019
wonderful / courtesy for all of the children / knows each of their needs / clean / safe and the staff treat you like a team Deb & amp. Michelle are amazing and I would refer anyone in need of childcare to GOC.
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