Business Details
Your Trusted Child Care and Preschool Partner in Norfolk, VA
Building Blocks Pre School is a licensed childcare facility dedicated to fostering early childhood education through a nurturing and safe environment. Our mission emphasizes collaboration between parents and educators to establish a strong foundation for children's futures. With over two decades of service in Norfolk, Virginia, we provide comprehensive programs for infants through school-age children, including before and after care for local elementary schools.Our staff undergoes rigorous training in child development, health, and safety, ensuring compliance with state licensing standards and USDA food guidelines. We prioritize personalized care, offering structured learning experiences tailored to each child's developmental stage.
Services
Infant Care
Preschool Programs
Before Care
After Care
Summer Camp
Highlights and features
- We offer licensed childcare with over 20 years of experience in Norfolk, VA.
- Our staff completes 16+ hours of initial training and ongoing professional development.
- We provide transportation for children attending Bayview and Crossroads Elementary.
- Our programs align with Virginia Department of Education standards for early learning.
- We maintain strict safety protocols with FBI background checks for all employees.
Services
Infant Care
Our infant program nurtures babies from 6 weeks old through personalized attention and developmental activities. Trained caregivers focus on building secure attachments while introducing sensory experiences. We follow individual feeding and sleeping schedules to ensure comfort and safety in a stimulating environment.
Preschool Programs
Preschool classes for toddlers and pre-k students foster curiosity through play-based learning aligned with state standards. Our curriculum develops social skills, motor abilities, and early literacy through structured activities and creative exploration in a supportive classroom setting.
Before Care
Before school care operates from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM, providing breakfast and supervised activities for children attending local elementary schools. We offer transportation to Bayview and Crossroads Elementary schools during this time.
After Care
After school care runs from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM with homework assistance, recreational activities, and transportation from Bayview and Crossroads Elementary schools. Our staff ensures a safe, engaging environment for school-age children.
Summer Camp
Our summer camp serves children aged 6 weeks through 12 years with themed activities, field trips, and outdoor play. The program maintains a structured schedule while allowing flexibility for age-appropriate exploration and social development.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We care for children from 6 weeks through 12 years old, including infant, toddler, preschool, and school-age programs.
Are you licensed by the state?
Yes, we are licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services and follow all required health and safety regulations.
Do you offer before and after school care?
We provide before and after care for Ryan Academy, Crossroads Elementary, and Bayview Elementary students with transportation included.
What curriculum do you use?
Our STREAMin3 curriculum aligns with Virginia Department of Education standards, focusing on relationship-building and exploratory learning.
How are staff trained?
All teachers receive 16+ hours of initial training in child development and safety, plus ongoing professional development and FBI background checks.
What summer programs are available?
We offer summer camp programs for children aged 6 weeks through 12 years with structured activities and field trips.
