Ivy Baptist Child Care Center in Newport News, VA, enrolls 20 students in pre–kindergarten through kindergarten within a central city community setting.
Established in 2006, this co–educational early childhood program has a Baptist religious affiliation and participates in other religious school associations.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 20:1, serving a fully diverse student body with 100% students of color.
As a local Newport News preschool, Ivy Baptist Child Care Center offers early learning opportunities within the South Newport News neighborhood.
Among private schools in Virginia, this center ranks in the top 20% for diversity based on student racial representation.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ivy Baptist Child Care Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2006
Student Body
Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Love. Grow. Serve.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ivy Baptist Child Care Center often compared to?
Ivy Baptist Child Care Center is often viewed alongside schools like Denbigh Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Ivy Baptist Child Care Center?
The application deadline for Ivy Baptist Child Care Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Ivy Baptist Child Care Center located?
Ivy Baptist Child Care Center is located in the South Newport News neighborhood of Newport News, VA. There are 6 other private schools located in South Newport News.
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