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After School Programs in Arlington, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed after school programs

Metta Montessori School

Excellent Montessori education run by highly qualified teachers and caregivers. The school runs like a well oiled machine. My kid loves...

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Aunt Molly's Playcare

Let me preface: my child does not go to this daycare - I work part time and stay home with my children the rest of the week. I'm looking for...

- Carey J.

BB Babies LLC

This daycare is amazing place! Very clean with great staff and very welcoming. My son went here for over a year and I couldn’t ask for a...

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Metta Montessori School

1022 S HIGHLAND ST ARLINGTON, VA

5.0(8)

State license verified

starting at
$2252/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 2 more
All-Day, All-Year Montessori for Children 16 Months to 6 Years Call for a Free Campus Tour with one of our Directors! 703-915-3249 Dear Parents/Guardians, At Metta Montessori, we offer an All-Day, All-Year Montessori program designed to support your child’s growth in a nurturing, consistent environment. What We...

Care Member says "Excellent Montessori education run by highly qualified teachers and caregivers. The school runs like a well oiled machine. My kid loves attending the...

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Aunt Molly's Playcare

5901 4th St North Arlington, VA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Aunt Molly's is a dynamic home daycare run by a social worker and now adding an elementary teacher. We have over thirty years of experience working with kids and families. We are in a large, single family home right on Bluemont Park with two large, sunny playrooms, separate nap room, a deck, patio,and endless backyard! Our...

Carey J. says "Let me preface: my child does not go to this daycare - I work part time and stay home with my children the rest of the week. I'm looking for care for my...

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The Creative Difference

1132 N Ivanhoe St Arlington, VA

The Creative Difference, LLC is an educational enrichment program, focusing on out-of-school opportunities for children to broaden their learning experience through hands-on and creative activities. We offer after school enrichment classes, arts-based day camps, and private tutoring for elementary and preschool students in...
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The Greenbrier Learning

1710 S Taylor St Arlington, VA

Child care
The Greenbrier Learning located in Arlington VA is a childcare center that offers a caring environment for children. It provides developmentally appropriate programs that enhance children's learning experience. The center offers after-school and summer programs for children ages 3 until 5.
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BB Babies LLC

2441 S LINCOLN ST ARLINGTON, VA

5.0(7)

State license verified

starting at
$1800/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
We provide high-quality, structured educational experiences designed to promote the development of pre-academic and social-emotional skills. B.B. Babies fosters a sense of wonder and curiosity in young learners while encourage exploration and self-guided learning.

Care Member says " This daycare is amazing place! Very clean with great staff and very welcoming. My son went here for over a year and I couldn’t ask for a better...

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MOECA Prep Academy

1121 Arlington Boulevard Arlington, VA

We feature a robust academic program, specialized learning zones, Christian education, and a variety of creative and recreational activities all designed to prepare students to successfully transition to kindergarten, fully prepared to excel. Daily classroom activities include both teacher-planned and child-initiated...
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Ana L. Torres

4503 South 31st Street #102 Arlington, VA

Hello! My name is Ana Torres, and I'm 36 years old. I have been a nanny/babysitter with 9+ years experience. I live in Arlington, VA, am married and have three handsome boys, which I love with all my heart. I love working with kids and am a responsible, dependable person. Your kids would be well taken care and of course they...
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Ivy St Learning

Multiple Locations Arlington, VA

Ivy St Learning provides superior afterschool tutoring and care for elementary students in the Northern Virginia area. A top priority of most busy parents is finding high-quality instruction and care for their children. In direct response to parent feedback, Ivy St Learning was developed by a Harvard graduate and Arlington...
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C Care Preschool

333 S GLEBE RD STE A ARLINGTON, VA

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Waldorf
Reggio emilia
Montessori
+ 3 more
As a preschool in Arlington, we have been providing premier quality early childhood care and education programs for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. We aim to be a place where your child grows to their full potential. We provide a unique educational approach through our blended dedication and skills.
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WESTOVER BAPTIST CHURCH

1125 PATRICK HENRY DR ARLINGTON, VA

starting at
$600/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
At Westover Baptist Preschool, we believe in nurturing young minds through engaging experiences that spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and lay the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Our preschool program is designed to provide a safe and supportive environment where children can explore, discover, and grow at their...
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The Red Wagon Learning Center LLC

6452 Landsdowne Center Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Kindergarten
Our center is open from 6:30am every morning Monday - Friday. A healthy breakfast is served daily at 7:00 am. The morning program includes music and movement activities inspired by the ORFF Schulwerk approach and time slots dedicated to reading. In our after school program, three fun, educational, and inspiring clubs await...

Nilpa P says "My five-year old son has been going to The Red Wagon for over an year and absolutely loves it! Besides providing excellent care for meals and play time the...

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My Baby Steps Academy

7010 LITTLE RIVER TPKE STE 100 ANNANDALE, VA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$475/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
At My Baby Steps Academy, we are dedicated to nurturing the earliest stages of our children's development and fostering their natural curiosity for learning. Our newly designed facility offers a warm and secure environment where children can explore freely, allowing their innovative minds to flourish one step at a time. Parents...

Care Member says "It has been the most wonderful experience of all times. Very good faculty! They are very thorough and also pay attention to personal details. The...

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The Montessori School of Washington DC

4380 MCARTR BLVD NW STE 200 WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2111/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
+ 1 more
The Montessori School of Washington (MSOW) is a small, nurturing environment for children aged two to six. Its curriculum is based on Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy. MSOW aims to introduce children to the joy of learning at an early age and assists the child in creating an inner order. This self-discipline becomes the...

Maggie C. says "I'm happy to recommend MSOW. My child attended school there from age 2-5 and we had a great experience. The school is warm, loving and focused on the...

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Kreayola Kids Center

3120 Branch Ave TEMPLE HILLS, MD

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 3 more

Larcell A. says "The location is in an absolutely fantastic area. The interior of the school is amazing. The children do so many extra curricular activities aside from...

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WEE WORLD EARLY CHILDHOOD ENRICHMENT HUB

4400 JENIFER ST NW STE 3250 WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2790/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
At Wee World Early Childhood Enrichment Hub, children don’t just learn—they become. We offer loving, play-based care for ages 6 weeks to 5 years in a bilingual (English-Spanish) setting. Our programs support holistic growth, school readiness, creativity, and cultural pride. We also offer weekend heritage language classes,...

Jen S. says "My daughter has been there for the past two years and she absolutely loves it! They are basically our family, we don't have any family in our area and they...

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St. Albans Early Childhood Center

4404 WISCONSIN AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2275/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
St. Albans Early Childhood Center (SAECC) is a high-quality, NAEYC-accredited program serving children ages six weeks to five years. Guided by the Creative Curriculum, our approach emphasizes learning through play, focusing on each child’s interests to support their individual developmental milestones. Our classrooms foster...

Care Member says "St. Alban's Early Childhood Center is one the best childcare centers in the area. The staff truly care about the children and listen to parent...

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Montessori Kids Universe Cameron Square

410 S PICKETT ST ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Preschool
+ 2 more
MKU Cameron Square’s educational approach is unique compared with traditional child care such as daycare and preschool programs. The MKU child-centered focus aligns with their natural ability to be explorers; preparing the child for a lifelong love of learning. MKU classrooms are carefully prepared environments; providing...

Ashlee H. says "It's a great Montessori program that has grown so much since it first opened. The owner and staff really care about the kids and the longevity of the...

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My 1st Choice Family Daycare

2404 BELLE HAVEN MEADOWS CT ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$400/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare

Care Member says "Wonderful, clean and modern! We are very happy and would recommend to everyone!"

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BABY HOME DAYCARE and PRESCHOOL

6340 Oak Ridge Dr ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(5)
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
International
Preschool
+ 2 more
Young children, as we now know, are building neural connections for learning even before birth. The role of positive relationships cannot be overemphasized as essential for the healthy development of children. ​ Our daycare works hard to stay up-to-date on the most up-to-date teaching methods. Our program provides a warm,...

Care Member says "We've had our child at Baby Home Daycare for three years, and I honestly couldn't be happier with the care and love they've received. From the very...

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Red Fox Den Home Daycare

9009 Orange Hunt Lane Annandale, VA

5.0(5)
Red Fox Den Home Daycare is permitted by Fairfax County, VA as a home daycare facility as of this year but I have been "babysitting" children for over 20 years in Maryland and New York. I am permitted to have up to 5 kids daily in my daycare ranging from the age 6 weeks - 10 years of age. If your child is 5 and over...

Dyisha C says "I have an 18 year old and a soon to be 14 year old and Ms. Linda has been the only person that I would entrust with the care of my children from the time...

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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Arlington, VA

After-school programs near you in Arlington, VA vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

After school programs near you in Arlington, VA provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

Depending on the program, activities in Arlington, VA may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

To find a good after school program near you in Arlington, VA, look no further than Care.com. You can use Care.com to compare the profiles of different after school programs in your area, including how much they cost.

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