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Cornerstone Church & Ministries
- licensed capacity
- 40
- open each week
- 5 days
- yearly, posted tuition
- $1,598
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About
About Cornerstone Church & Ministries
Cornerstone Church & Ministries is a child care center in Harrisonburg, Virginia. It is license-exempt, for up to 40 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with preschool. It lists yearly tuition from $1,598 to $7,303.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 40 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian - Biblically integrated) |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Discounts | 1% discount for paying tuition in full by check by August 14, 2026 |
| More | Founded 1990 |
| Licensed capacity | 40 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cornerstone Church & Ministries lists yearly tuition from $1,598 to $7,303.
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Preschool - 2 full days/week (2026-2027) | $3,195 |
| Preschool - 2 half days/week (2026-2027) | $1,598 |
| Preschool - 3 full days/week (2026-2027) | $4,564 |
| Preschool - 3 half days/week (2026-2027) | $2,282 |
| Preschool - 4 full days/week (2026-2027) | $5,843 |
| Preschool - 4 half days/week (2026-2027) | $2,922 |
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| Preschool - 5 full days/week (2026-2027) | $7,303 |
| Preschool - 5 half days/week (2026-2027) | $3,652 |
8 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Cornerstone Church & Ministries
License
- Status
- License-exempt and operating
- License type
- Religiously exempt child day center (not licensed)
- Capacity
- 40 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1104842
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 10, 2025: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 1 of 2 visits · 1 rule in all
- Background checks 1
For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Nov 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.035-B-4
“The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #1, employed for more than 3 months, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check from one state.”
- Nov 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 16, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Cornerstone Church & Ministries
Is Cornerstone Church & Ministries licensed?
No. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as exempt from child care licensing in Virginia.
When was Cornerstone Church & Ministries last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on November 10, 2025, with 1 rule cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cornerstone Church & Ministries had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 2 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Cornerstone Church & Ministries care for?
40, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Cornerstone Church & Ministries accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Cornerstone Church & Ministries' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Cornerstone Church & Ministries cost?
Yearly tuition from $1,598 to $7,303, as it lists it.
What is Cornerstone Church & Ministries' phone number?
(540) 432-9816.
Where is Cornerstone Church & Ministries?
197 Cornerstone Lane, Harrisonburg, VA 22802. The nearest other daycare we list is Shiningstar Daycare Center, 2 miles away.