Rates
Rates, Fees & Tuition – Investing in Your Child’s Future
At Great Beginnings Early Learning Center, we believe that investing in a child’s early years is one of the most important investments a family can make. Our tuition reflects our commitment to providing exceptional care, intentionally small classroom sizes, experienced educators, nutritious meals, a nurturing Christian environment, and a high-quality educational program that prepares children for kindergarten and beyond.
We are proud to offer flexible enrollment schedules, competitive tuition rates, and outstanding value for families seeking high-quality childcare and early childhood education.
2026–2027 Tuition Rates
We offer Flexible Enrollment Options that allows families to choose between 3, 4 or 5 days per week attendance. All tuition is billed monthly through Brightwheel. Weekly rates are provided for comparison and for prorating tuition when applicable.
Tuition Rates
🕊️ DOVES – Our young infants, ages 6 Weeks to 9 Months
Monthly Tuition
| Schedule | Monthly Rate |
|---|---|
| 5 Days per Week | $1,975 |
| 4 Days per Week | $1,875 |
| 3 Days per Week | $1,600 |
Weekly Equivalent
| Schedule | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|
| 5 Days per Week | $465 |
| 4 Days per Week | $440 |
| 3 Days per Week | $375 |
🐑 LAMBS – Our older infants, ages 9 to 16 Months
Monthly Tuition
| Schedule | Monthly Rate |
|---|---|
| 5 Days per Week | $1,975 |
| 4 Days per Week | $1,875 |
| 3 Days per Week | $1,600 |
Weekly Equivalent
| Schedule | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|
| 5 Days per Week | $465 |
| 4 Days per Week | $440 |
| 3 Days per Week | $375 |
🦆 DUCKS – Our Toddlers, ages 16 to 24 Months
Monthly Tuition
| Schedule | Monthly Rate |
|---|---|
| 5 Days per Week | $1,900 |
| 4 Days per Week | $1,825 |
| 3 Days per Week | $1,550 |
Weekly Equivalent
| Schedule | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|
| 5 Days per Week | $445 |
| 4 Days per Week | $425 |
| 3 Days per Week | $365 |
🐧 PENGUINS – Our 2-Year-Old Preschool Program
Monthly Tuition
| Schedule | Monthly Rate |
|---|---|
| 5 Days per Week | $1,800* |
| 4 Days per Week | $1,735* |
| 3 Days per Week | $1,450* |
Weekly Equivalent
| Schedule | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|
| 5 Days per Week | $425* |
| 4 Days per Week | $405* |
| 3 Days per Week | $340* |
🐻 CUBS – Our 3-Year-Old Upper Preschool Program
Monthly Tuition
| Schedule | Monthly Rate |
|---|---|
| 5 Days per Week | $1,700 |
| 4 Days per Week | $1,625 |
| 3 Days per Week | $1,400 |
Weekly Equivalent
| Schedule | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|
| 5 Days per Week | $400 |
| 4 Days per Week | $380 |
| 3 Days per Week | $330 |
🦒 GIRAFFES (& EAGLES) – Our 4 and 5-Year-Old Upper Preschool Program
Monthly Tuition
| Schedule | Monthly Rate |
|---|---|
| 5 Days per Week | $1,700 |
| 4 Days per Week | $1,625 |
| 3 Days per Week | $1,400 |
Weekly Equivalent
| Schedule | Weekly Rate |
|---|---|
| 5 Days per Week | $400 |
| 4 Days per Week | $355 |
| 3 Days per Week | $330 |
Preschool Potty-Training Policy
Children enrolled in our upper preschool programs for ages 3–5 who are not yet completely potty trained will remain at the applicable Penguins tuition rate until their assigned teacher determines that they are fully potty trained.
Enrollment and Annual Fees
A non-refundable enrollment fee of $150 is due when a child initially enrolls and annually when returning students re-enroll for the upcoming school year.
Security Deposit
A security deposit of $300 is required at enrollment to reserve your child’s placement. When the required 30-day written notice of withdrawal is provided, the deposit may be applied toward the prorated tuition due for the final notice period.
Annual Materials Fee
The annual, non-refundable materials fee helps provide curriculum materials, workbooks, classroom supplies, art supplies, educational resources, learning manipulatives, seasonal projects, and other materials used throughout the school year.
Nursery Programs (Doves, Lambs & Ducks) – $350 annually
Preschool Programs (Penguins, Cubs & Giraffes) – $500 annually
Emergency Drop-In Care
Emergency drop-in care may be available to currently enrolled families, subject to classroom space, staffing, and advance administrative approval.
| Classroom | Age Group | Daily Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Doves | Young Infants | $175 |
| Lambs | Older Infants | $175 |
| Ducks | Toddlers | $150 |
| Penguins | Two-Year-Olds | $135* |
| Cubs | Three-Year-Olds | $115 |
| Giraffes | Four- and Five-Year-Olds | $115 |
The preschool potty-training tuition policy also applies when determining the appropriate drop-in rate.
What Tuition Includes
Tuition supports your child’s complete daily experience at Great Beginnings, including:
- Intentionally small classroom sizes
- Experienced and caring educators
- Faith-based early childhood education
- A Beka Book® curriculum
- Hands-on learning and enrichment activities
- Nutritious breakfast, hot lunch, and afternoon snack
- Infant formula and age-appropriate pureed foods
- Daily family communication through Brightwheel
- Secure facility access
- Outdoor play and physical development
- Kindergarten-readiness instruction
- Year-round care, excluding scheduled closures
Tuition Discounts
We are pleased to offer the following tuition discounts:
- Sibling Discount: 5% off tuition
- Active-Duty Military Discount: 5% off monthly tuition
- First Responder Discount: 5% off monthly tuition
- Educator Discount: 5% off monthly tuition
Only one tuition discount may be applied per family. Eligible families should select the discount that provides the greatest savings. Discounts apply to tuition only and do not apply to enrollment fees, materials fees, deposits, mobile passes, late fees, or other additional charges.
Childcare Assistance Programs
Great Beginnings accepts qualifying state, local, and military childcare assistance, including:
- Virginia state childcare subsidies
- Local government childcare assistance
- Military childcare fee assistance through Child Care Aware® of America
- The Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood (MCCYN) program
Families receiving childcare assistance are responsible for any required copayments, attendance requirements, family fees, and tuition or charges not covered by their subsidy authorization. Because approval requirements and benefit amounts vary by program, families should contact their subsidy administrator directly to confirm eligibility and coverage.
Additional Fees
There is a one-time fee of $25 for a mobile pass or key fob to access the facility.
Payment Options
Families may select one of the following payment schedules:
Monthly Payment: Tuition is automatically drafted on the 1st of each month.
Semi-Monthly Payments: Tuition is divided into two automatic drafts on the 1st and 15th of each month.
All tuition and fees are billed and automatically drafted through Brightwheel.
Important Tuition Information
- Tuition is based on the child’s assigned classroom and enrollment schedule.
- Tuition is billed monthly regardless of attendance, holidays, vacations, illnesses, or scheduled center closures, except where otherwise expressly stated in the enrollment agreement.
- Weekly rates are provided for comparison and proration purposes only.
- Enrollment schedules and selected attendance days are subject to classroom availability.
- Schedule changes require administrative approval and may result in a tuition adjustment.
- Families remain responsible for tuition and fees until the required written withdrawal notice period has been completed.
- Rates and fees are reviewed annually and may change with advance notice.
Ready to Get Started?
We would love the opportunity to meet your family and introduce you to Great Beginnings Early Learning Center.
Simply click the “Schedule a Tour” tab on our website to choose a convenient day and time for your visit.
During your tour, you will have the opportunity to explore our classrooms, meet members of our team, learn more about our programs and curriculum, and ask questions about enrollment, tuition, and classroom availability.
Come experience why families have trusted Great Beginnings since 2009.
