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St. Albans Early Childhood Center

4404 WISCONSIN AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(4)

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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Exploring Child Learning Center

2027 Rhode Island Avenue NE WASHINGTON, DC

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
Exploring Child Learning Center is a play-based, Reggio Emilia-inspired daycare serving families in Northeast DC (20018). We offer nurturing, hands-on learning environments for infants to preschoolers that support creativity, curiosity, and connection. Our experienced team supports child-led exploration through open-ended...
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Kiddie Academy of D.C. - West End

1227 25TH ST NW STE 101 WASHINGTON, DC

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
Day Care
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...
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WEE WORLD EARLY CHILDHOOD ENRICHMENT HUB

4400 JENIFER ST NW STE 3250 WASHINGTON, DC

State license verified

starting at
$2790/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Day 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,...
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7122 - Veterans Hospital DC

1 MICHIGAN AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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GAP COMMUNITY CHILDCARE CENTER INC.

209 UPSHUR ST NW WASHINGTON, DC

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
Day Care
GAP Community Child Development Center Overview About Us: Established in 1982, GAP Community Child Development Center is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization licensed by the District of Columbia. The center is nationally accredited by NAEYC since 2009. Programs: GAP offers a multicultural educational and developmental...
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HAPPY FEET KID'S ATELIER

127 KENNEDY ST NW WARD 4 WASHINGTON, DC

State license verified

starting at
$1920/mo
Cooperative
International
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
At Happy Feet Kids’ Atelier, our priority is to recognize the natural curiosity of each child. A caring environment that provides both children and their families with a nurturing atmosphere, where they are encouraged to care about others, trust one another, and engage in non-competitive activities, will enable children to...
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4707 - Everbrook Academy of Dupont

1307 19TH ST NW WASHINGTON, DC

State license verified

Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...
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9709 - Everbrook Academy at FERC

888 1ST ST NE WASHINGTON, DC

State license verified

Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...
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Bambini

900 Massachusetts Ave NW Washington, DC

Child care
NEW DAY CARE CENTER and SPANISH IMMERSION PROGRAM with a curriculum exclusively designed to teach SPANISH to infants and young children! We serve children from 3 months to 5 years of age in the heart of Washington DC, 900 Massachusetts Ave NW. Please visit www.bambinicdc.com for more information and email us at...
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Meriam Academy

704 Kennedy St NW Washington, DC

State license verified

Special needs
Academic
International
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
+ 2 more
Meriam Academy Child Learning Center helps prepare the future of the next generation of citizens by providing the exceptional educational programs and services to children. Meriam Academy provides support in reaching our children's highest academic potential and development in social, emotional as well as physical. It...
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The Britleys for Toddlers

525 School Street SW Washington, DC

State license verified

Academic
Montessori
International
Outdoor/nature
Child care
The Britleys for Toddlers' mission is to partner with parents to prepare children for the future; and inspire in them: excellence, self-esteem and social responsibility for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. We believe that education should be broad, balanced, integrated, and that it should breed...
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Bambino Kids Daycare Center

3919 14th St NW Washington, DC

Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Montessori
Child care
*Multicultural bilingual program (Spanish/English) *Experienced and energized teachers *Convenient location - worry free drop-off and pick-up *More than 25 years of experience *BA in Early Education & Child Development Associates (CDA) Certified *CPR & First Aid certified teachers
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Montessori School of Washington DC

4380 Macarthur Blvd NW 2nd Floor Washington, DC

State license verified

Montessori
Preschool
Child care
The Montessori School of Washington (MSOW) is a small, nurturing environment for children aged two to six, where the curriculum is based on the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. 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...
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My little world daycare

2909 N. Capitol ST. NE Washington, DC

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
International
In-Home daycare
Child care
We are a Spanish immersion program, providing a nurturing and lovely environment for children ages 8 weeks to 4 years. We are a home based center. But, it we follow activities and programs at the same level of professionalism as a big center while keeping that warm home feeling. The connection between our staff, our children...
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Embark Child Care, LLC

3633 M St NW 2A Washington, DC

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Embark Child Care offers personalized care for infants, toddlers, and preschool children. Our goal is to provide day care services that are tailored for both the child and parent. Embark offers families personalized, one-on-one attention; technology enabling real-time connection with the Center; as well as access to information...
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Robin's Nest Day Care

49 Tuckerman St NW Washington, DC

Hello Parents/Guardians Make your appointment today, and come on by Robin's Nest where CARING is SHARING! I am very experienced and have been doing day care for over 15 yrs. Rest assure when your precious little one is left in my hands they are SAFE, The hardest part is when they grow up and move on. I accept ages 6wks --...
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Elonda's Day Care

816 6th Street NE Washington, DC

We offer care to children, ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. With a wonderful Infant/Toddler program that provides meals, snacks, pre-k curriculum and much more. Elonda's Day Care is set up to cover every area of a child's developmental needs and plenty of space and time for what children learn best from, PLAY! The classroom...
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CommuniKids Language Immersion Preschool and Children's Language Center

4719 Wisconsin Ave. NW Washington, DC

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
Child care
Kindergarten
CommuniKids Language Immersion Preschool began as a small, parent-run cooperative preschool in 2003 and has developed into the Region's premier children's language center and preschool. At CommuniKids, we prepare young children to become the global citizens of tomorrow while immersing them in a second language. We have our own...
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Happy Faces Early Learning Academy

1905 9th St NE Washington, DC

State license verified

Academic
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Preschool
+ 1 more
Happy Faces Learning Centers has served the Brentwood area of Washington, DC for the past 33 years, and strives to remain one of the leaders in affordable child care.We have been recognized by publications including the Washington Post, for our stellar program as well as our "around the clock", 24 hour 7 day a week...
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Daycare centers near you in Washington, DC offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Washington, DC provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Washington, DC for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Washington, DC include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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