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Morning Stars Childcare
5.0
Abida has been our daycare provider for our daughter for 2 years. She made sure to pay attention to our daughter's physical, mental, and emotional well-being. She always communicated any concerns and made sure to tell us or take pictures of "precious moments" that occurred. I highly recommend Abida...
- Adrienne K
Sweet Tweet Home Daycare
5.0
I would highly recommend Marzi to care for your little one! As a first time single mom it was very scary looking for child care and trusting someone to care for my 3 month old. Marzi taught me so much and made my daughter and I feel like family. She was extremely caring and showed so much attention...
- Yoselin R
Play And Learn Club
5.0
Play and learn club is the best day care , rubina and her staff take care of kids like there own kids . I am very satisfied with them !! I highly recommend !!!
Roni
- Roni
Sunshine & Sprouts Learning Home Day Care
5.0
My son is 2 has been going to Sunshine and Sprouts since he was 6 months old. He loves Ms. Sussy and her helpers and I love them too! With Sunshine and Sprouts my son has learned to share and play well with others, his vocabulary is amazing and what is most impressive to me is he understands...
- MVB
Christine's Family Daycare
5.0
When my wife first returned to work, we were lucky enough to have family available to take care of our son. Recently, however, we had to find another option for daycare. After extensive searching we found Christine and we couldn't be happier.
Christine treats our son like family. When visiting...
- Tim K
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5.0
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Description:
I have been a licensed day care provider for over 25 years. I have all the required training and excellent references.
My mission is to provide a loving and caring home environment conducive to healthy child...
Latest review:
5.0
Abida has been our daycare provider for our daughter for 2 years. She made sure to pay attention to our daughter's physical, mental, and emotional well-being. She always communicated any concerns and made sure...
Reviewed by Adrienne K
5.0
(8)
Description:
I am a mother and a teacher with 10 years international teaching experiences. I have worked in schools, child cares and after-school care. I have a certificate of early childhood education and some college...
Latest review:
5.0
I would highly recommend Marzi to care for your little one! As a first time single mom it was very scary looking for child care and trusting someone to care for my 3 month old. Marzi taught me so much and made...
Reviewed by Yoselin R
5.0
(3)
Description:
My name is Rubina Sadiq and I'm a daycare provider with over 16 years of experience. I enjoy spending time helping young children develop healthy life skills and habits so they can reach their full potential in...
Latest review:
5.0
Play and learn club is the best day care , rubina and her staff take care of kids like there own kids . I am very satisfied with them !! I highly recommend !!!
Roni
Reviewed by Roni
5.0
(12)
Sunshine & Sprouts Learning Home Day Care
20866 Derrydale Square, Potomac Falls, VA 20165
Starting at $330/wk
Description:
At Sunshine and Sprouts Home Daycare, we provide a safe, healthy and attractive environment for the children.
We strive to be the best teachers we can be by arranging the classroom in a way to stimulate their...
Latest review:
5.0
My son is 2 has been going to Sunshine and Sprouts since he was 6 months old. He loves Ms. Sussy and her helpers and I love them too! With Sunshine and Sprouts my son has learned to share and play well with...
Reviewed by MVB
5.0
(1)
Christine's Family Daycare
167 Sulgrave Court, Sterling, VA 20165
Description:
Hi! My name is Christine and I have a Family Day Care In Loudoun County, Virginia. I am located in the Countryside neighborhood of Potomac Falls. I have many years of experience in childcare having raised my...
Latest review:
5.0
When my wife first returned to work, we were lucky enough to have family available to take care of our son. Recently, however, we had to find another option for daycare. After extensive searching we found...
Reviewed by Tim K
5.0
(4)
Description:
I run a quaint home day care in the Broadlands, VA community for busy families with energetic kids. I have catered to dozens of families in the area and have great references on request. With over 20+ years of...
Latest review:
5.0
Pearl was excellent with my daughter and helped her transition to eating meals on her own and potty training and ready for preschool.
My daughter is a fussy eater , Pearl would spend a lot of time on getting...
Reviewed by Meher
4.8
(15)
Description:
I love children and would be honored to earn your trust to care for your child. I run a licensed daycare facility in my home in Herndon, VA for up to 12 children under Virginia State License. I have 18 years...
Latest review:
5.0
Our 14 month old son, Mason, goes to Sadia's day care, and we couldn't feel more comfortable and at ease knowing he is in such good hands every day. They are kind and attentive to each and every child, Mason...
Reviewed by Dana K
5.0
(1)
Description:
Welcome to Ama's Daycare with more than 20 years of experience in childcare.
A wonderful home based professional day care in a spacious area with plenty of natural light. All children age groups are...
Latest review:
5.0
Our little one loves Ama's Day care and we are fortunate to have Sarita Thapa for providing good care. Moreover, she instills good habits and does a fantastic job to excel not only socially but also...
Reviewed by Pradip K
5.0
(3)
Description:
Home based child day care center with County permit running for more than 9 years run by highly experienced provider - CPR and first aid certified. Enrolled in USDA Food Program for healthy and balanced food...
Latest review:
5.0
One word to say about Kalpana - AWESOME! My husband and I are extremely pleased with the care our son has received at Kalpana's Home Daycare. She is honest, trustworthy, and a very caring individual. She...
Reviewed by Shyam
Description:
Little Hearts Child Day Care located in the heart of Herndon.
My Name is Dipa . I am offering home day care services in my house. I have 4 years experiences having Fairfax County Permit with valid CPR, First...
Description:
My home day care is passed on Montessori system. By enrolling your child with me, you will find a home away from home.
Here are just a few for you to consider:
A positive toilet learning experience.
A child who...
5.0
(2)
Description:
Honey Elite Home Daycare in Herndon, Va 20170. New and Large House!
Qualified provider. Large Rooms, with lots of light, safe and healthy snacks served, available for after-hours,
Clean, Safe and Fun, We...
Latest review:
5.0
I can't say enough great things about this day care! They are so sweet and caring.. My child loves her babysitter and I definitely recommend them.
Reviewed by Sarah T
Description:
I have a child-care and preschool program specifically designed to each infant and toddler about sharing, cooperation, interacting with other children and learning to pay attention during story time and slow...
Description:
Welcome to Tiny Hands a Family Home Day Care!
I would like to introduce myself and hope that you will consider me when looking for a caregiver for your children. My name is Maria V. Posada and I started a...
5.0
(1)
Description:
Lil Giggles in 22554 Scattersville Gap Ter, Ashburn, Virginia, offers basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool, preschool, and kindergarten prep. It...
Latest review:
5.0
Affordable care from a licensed professional that you can trust. Shahana is just wonderful with kids, and they absolutely love her. Your child will develop great social skills and get a great jump start at this...
Reviewed by Anam
5.0
(1)
Description:
Common Ground Child Care Center is a non-profit childcare provider located at 1700 Wainwright Drive in Reston, VA. The center offers programs for infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children. They also extend...
Latest review:
5.0
Common Ground is a loving, family-oriented day care, pre-school, and school-age center with an enriching environment that we are SO happy to be part of. My daughter (almost 7) started there as an infant and...
Reviewed by CDA
Description:
MBA Majest Martial Arts academy is one of the best TaeKwonDo programs in the nation. Our Masters and instructors are very dedicated and passionate about our students' education, as well as our students'...
Description:
We are a full day Kindergarten and Preschool with small classrooms. We offer before and after school care for Elementary students.
5.0
(1)
Description:
Kay School offers full-day programs for children aged two-and-a-half through Kindergarten (8:30 am to 3:00 pm), a half-day option (8:45 11:45 am) for the younger children, and an extended before and after...
Latest review:
5.0
My daughter has attended Kay School since she was 2.5 years old. For the past two years she has received extraordinary care and attention. Even with all the pandemic madness, Kay School employees have been...
Reviewed by Sara T
Description:
Opening new and improved daycare. providing preschool, infant and after school care with homework assistance. We focus on developing social skills and good personality traits. We learn through music, play and...
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Keep your little one safe and entertained at after school programs.
After school programs provide a safe, supportive environment for students after the school day ends. These programs have an important role in helping to...
After school programs provide a safe, supportive environment for students after the school day ends. These programs have an important role in helping to facilitate student learning and development through activities that are tailored to fit each student's individual needs. After school programs typically include opportunities for students to engage in extracurricular activities, receive tutoring, practice creative endeavors like painting or theater, participate in service-learning projects, and more. Furthermore, after school programs often include parent or guardian participation which can strengthen the connection between at-home and afterschool experiences.
FAQs for finding after school programs near you
What is an after-school program?
After school programs are activities for students after the regular school day has ended, usually going from 3 - 6 PM. They provide a safe and engaging environment for children, encouraging further learning and self-development. After school programs also offer supervised homework help, creative play, field trips and enrichment opportunities, all designed to help youth find success both in and out of the classroom. Additionally, after school programs can provide a sense of community while providing exposure to various activities that assist with physical development and social learning.
What are the benefits of after-school programs?
After school programs provide a structured environment for students after the day is done and can help students develop important skills such as interpersonal relationships, problem-solving strategies, and critical thinking. By providing after school opportunities for young minds to explore, grow and develop their passions or talents within a nurturing environment, educators and parents alike can foster an academic success mindset among their students and children.
What are the hours of after-school programs?
Hours of operation for after-school programs will depend on the particular program, but typically after-school activities take place from 3 - 6 PM. Many after-school programs offer before and after care, allowing children to participate safely in after-school activities with increased flexibility for parents and guardians.
How can I find a good after school program?
You can use Care.com to narrow down your search by location and price. You should start by making sure the after school programs you're considering have knowledgeable staff and resources necessary to instill knowledge and understanding of the topics being taught; after all, quality instruction should always come first. Additionally, look into the ratio of instructors to students as well as what types of activities offered, such as arts, physical recreation or academic courses.