Sunnybrook Day School was established in 1960 and has a rich history in the Virginia Beach community for providing excellent quality early childhood education.
The mission of Sunnybrook Day School is to provide quality programs to young children and their families with an emphasis on personal attention and tender loving care for each and every child.
A child's early years provide a foundation for growth and development of the rest of his or her life.
This early childhood is the most critical period in human growth and development, for it is the period when the foundation for learning is laid.
During these early years, learning experiences for the children must be diverse, creative and carefully planned, and based on sound principles of child development.
In keeping with this philosophy, Sunnybrook Day School's purpose is to provide a nurturing, dependable, challenging environment.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
200 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Sunnybrook Day School was established in 1960 and has a rich history in the Virginia Beach community for providing excellent quality early childhood education. The mission of Sunnybrook Day School is to provide quality programs to young children and their families with an emphasis on personal attention and tender loving care for each and every child. A child's early years provide a foundation for growth and development of the rest of his or her life. This early childhood is the most critical period in human growth and development, for it is the period when the foundation for learning is laid. During these early years, learning experiences for the children must be diverse, creative and carefully planned, and based on sound principles of child development. In keeping with this philosophy, Sunnybrook Day School's purpose is to provide a nurturing, dependable, challenging environment.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Sunnybrook Day School?
The application deadline for Sunnybrook Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Sunnybrook Day School located?
Sunnybrook Day School is located in the North Central neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 5 other private schools located in North Central.
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