Ready for Your Child to THRIVE?
From the moment you enter our school, you’ll feel the difference
Ready for Your Child to THRIVE?
From the moment you enter our school, you’ll feel the difference
Preschool & Daycare Serving Newport News and Virginia Beach, VA
We’ve Always Been Clean; Now We’re Pristine
Every Team Member at Our School is Engaged, Professional, and Dare We Say, AWESOME!
Parents rave about the quality of our staff – both teachers and leaders. Rather than toot our own horn, here’s some excerpts from real reviews about our program:
“The staff takes the time to talk to you and get to know your kid even if they are not in their classroom. The thing I love the best is that it feels like a family.”
““I was immediately greeted with friendly faces that put me at ease.”
“All of the staff here are absolutely amazing! Each and every one of them take time out of their busy schedule to really get to know your child and your family.”
“The teachers at First Discovery are truly amazing. They are always helpful, cheerful and welcoming.”
Personalized Lesson Plans Help Your Child’s Learning Skyrocket
A Curriculum That Encourages Innovation, Enthusiasm, and Creativity
Children learn through play by delving into the hands-on learning style of our newest curriculum: Streamin 3®. The new curriculum includes extra exciting fun and enlightening activities where your child will explore new topics and a new theme every month. They experience a thoroughly engaging early education and a head start
on exploring their passions.
Language Enrichments Such As Incorporating Spanish Into Everyday Activities and Daily Baby Sign Language
Soccer For Fitness, and Daily Yoga for Focus, Self-Assuredness, Centering, and More
Nutritious Meals And Snacks Provided at No Extra Cost To You
We provide breakfast, lunch, and snacks, so you can rest assured your child is getting the fuel they need while learning and at play. We are a peanut-free environment, and follow guidelines to help your child eat a healthy diet. Including balanced meals in tuition is another way we can support you and your family, and the well-being of your precious little one.
Creating Safety and Connection for Your Child with Conscious Discipline
Experiential Learning with Fun Field Trips and In-House Visitors
Introducing Young Minds to Science, Technology, Art, and Math with STEAM
Parents Are An Integral Part of Our Community
Your child’s safety is always at the forefront of our minds
We know how invaluable it is to have peace of mind while you are away from your child. For this reason, we secure our properties, and our yard is fenced in, so no one can wander in and out. Our outside access doors are locked and can only be opened via fob key access, which is provided solely to staff and families at the school. We also have CCTV cameras to monitor our property and match over your child throughout the day.
Exceptional Cleanliness Means Safeguarding Your Child’s Health
our locations
Rosemont
3560 Chester St.
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
- 757-340-7228 Ext. 3
- 757-340-7238 Ext. 3
- Rosemont@fdacademy.com
- 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Indian River
5355 Lila Ln.
Virginia Beach, VA 23464
- 757-424-0040 Ext. 2
- 757-424-0083 Ext. 2
- IndianRiver@fdacademy.com
- 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
Oyster Point
338 Oyster Point Rd.
Newport News, VA 23602
- 757-882-1000 Ext. 1
- 757-249-8289 Ext. 1
- OysterPoint@fdacademy.com
- 6:00 am - 6:30 pm
Yes, We Offer Tuition Support Options
Hear What Parents Are Saying...
"We were always please with the way he was treated and felt that they really had his best interest at heart."
The staff at First Discovery is truly wonderful, caring and patient. They accepted our son with open arms and made him feel safe, loved and confident. His teachers were always willing to speak with us about his day during pick up time. We were always please with the way he was treated and felt that they really had his best interest at heart. I would highly recommend First Discovery to anyone looking for a positive, encouraging environment for their child(ren).
- Shannon Wells
"They keep the kids on a daily schedule & great healthy meals are provided."
This child care is absolutely AMAZING ! My daughter had a rough time being pretty much her first child care she has ever been in however , they take great care of her & she is constantly engaging in fun activities ( which I know is hard to come up with activities for a one year old ) the staff is beyond amazing & you can tell they all genuinely care about the children ! They take care of the parents as well with complimentary breakfast here & there & coffee . They keep the kids on a daily schedule & great healthy meals are provided . They also have GREAT communication & security . I LOVE THIS FACILITY !
- Burr Lee
"I never have to worry because I know that my son is well taken care of and loved by all of the Infant Teachers."
We toured numerous schools before we stepped foot inside First Discovery. From the second we walked in and were greeted by Miss Jessica, we knew this was the right place for our son. All of the staff here are absolutely amazing! Each and every one of them take time out of their busy schedule to really get to know your child and your family. I never have to worry because I know that my son is well taken care of and loved by all of the Infant Teachers. The First Discovery Family is amazing, and we wouldn’t take our son anywhere else!
- The Moyer Family
"When she first started and was very shy always walking around with her blanket now she walks in full of energy and ready for the day."
What can I say about First Discovery, first and foremost this place is god sent. The environment and vibe of the is place is always positive and welcoming. I have a daughter who has been going here since she was 2 yrs old and now she is 5 and she loves it here . When she first started and was very shy always walking around with her blanket now she walks in full of energy and ready for the day. I don't give credit to just one teacher but all of them. This is the hardest job working with children but when you look at the classrooms and the teachers you wouldn't think it was. I want to say thank you to all the teacher at First Discovery for making this a home for my family.
- April Crump
"A whole set of teachers helping you along the way, always ready to give advice if you need it."
My son has been attending first discovery since he was six weeks old. It has been a wonderful experience. The staff takes the time to talk to you and get to know your kid even if they are not in their classroom. The staff is well trained and experienced. They are dedicated to your child’s development. The thing I love the best is that it feels like a family. A whole set of teachers helping you along the way, always ready to give advice if you need it. I am so glad I found them for childcare for my child and would definitely recommend them to anyone who asks!
- Jennifer Tanner
"It's definitely reassuring knowing your child is somewhere safe and they are happy"
I can't express enough how much we love First Discovery. I never knew how unhappy my daughter was with her previous sitter until she started going to FD. She has blossomed so much and she looks forward to going every day. The teachers and all the staff are amazing. It's definitely reassuring knowing your child is somewhere safe and they are happy
- Theerese Tisor
"He has learned so much. At almost 3 years old, he LOVES learning and is progressing so well!"
We love First Discovery Child Development Center. Our son has been going there since he was as infant. The staff are so loving, kind, gentle, patient and encouraging. He has learned so much. At almost 3 years old, he LOVES learning and is progressing so well! Thank you, First Discovery Child Development Center Staff and Leadership, for all that you do to make FDCDC such a great place for our children to learn, play and grow!
- Jody Herrington Gettys
"He learns so much through the Funshine activities & playing with his friends. So happy I made the choice to bring him here!"
My son started back in February (he is 2 1/2) & he has flourished being at First Discovery! He talks up a storm. He is a lot less shy & plays great with others. He learns so much through the Funshine activities & playing with his friends. So happy I made the choice to bring him here!
- Victoria Callender