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Child Care Centers in Washington, DC are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 87 reviews of the 248 listed child care centers

7122 - Veterans Hospital DC

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

Exploring Child Learning Center

As a FTM, I felt nervous dropping off my twins to be away from me for the first time. But the level of care and communication received for...

- Care member

WEE WORLD EARLY CHILDHOOD ENRICHMENT HUB

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...

- Jen S.

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7122 - Veterans Hospital DC

1 MICHIGAN AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(1)

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...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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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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4708 - Everbrook Academy of Foggy Bottom

2200 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
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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Exploring Child Learning Center

2027 Rhode Island Avenue NE WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(2)

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...

Care Member says "As a FTM, I felt nervous dropping off my twins to be away from me for the first time. But the level of care and communication received for my lil ones...

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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
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,...

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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Kiddie Academy of D.C. - West End

1227 25TH ST NW STE 101 WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(1)

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...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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FRIENDSHIP CHILDRENS CENTER

5411 WESTERN AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$2665/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Day Care
Since 1989, Friendship Children’s Center has proudly served families in the Friendship Heights community as a trusted, non-profit child care provider. We specialize in developmental, play-based learning and offer a warm, nurturing environment where children thrive. We’re known for our innovative educational programs, strong...

Care Member says "The FCC teachers take excellent care of my child and provide a warm and caring environment. They also put a lot of effort into coming up with and...

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Bambino Kids Daycare Center

3919 14th St NW Washington, DC

5.0(4)
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

Cleopatra M says "We have had a great experience with Bambino. All of the teachers are very loving and our daughter is always so happy when we pick her up at the end of...

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Bambini

900 Massachusetts Ave NW Washington, DC

5.0(4)
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...

Caitlin T. says "Our 5 month old just started a few weeks ago and we could not be more thrilled. The teachers are so compassionate, thoughtful, and it is clear that they...

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Meriam Academy

704 Kennedy St NW Washington, DC

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
International
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...

Care Member says "Excellent hidden gem in Petworth! The entire staff is caring and nurturing. My son really thrived at Meriam CLC. Would definitely recommend. "

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The Britleys for Toddlers

525 School Street SW Washington, DC

3.0(2)
Academic
International
Montessori
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...

Michele B says "After relocating unexpectedly from the US Virgin Islands, on the heels of Hurricane Maria, we where plagued with the daunting task of finding Daycare...

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My little world daycare

2909 N. Capitol ST. NE Washington, DC

5.0(1)
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...

Care Member says "My Little World (MLW) is a great daycare. My daughter has been there for 2 years and has thrived ever since she started. Everyday I know she's going to...

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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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Amazing Grace Multicultural Education Center

1516 Kearny Street NE Washington, DC

5.0(1)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Our program provides care and developmental stimulation through play-based academic growth opportunities for young children, ages 2-5 years old, in a small, home-like setting located in the beautiful Brookland/Catholic University neighborhood. The curriculum is child-initiated which provides opportunities that support and...

Wanda H. says "My child attended an award winning early childcare program that specialized in early reading skills directed by Wanda Holmes and when he started school he...

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Bright Start Childcare Llc

200 K ST NE WASHINGTON, DC

3.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$3050/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Preschool
+ 2 more
Bright Start began as a home-based daycare business in 2002, which has flourished into an inclusive and diverse bilingual early care and learning center. We are your child's home away from home. Our early care program serves children from ages 6 weeks to 35 months, and our preschool is a STEAM-integrated (Science, Technology,...
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HHS/ED Children's Center by Reggio's Treehouse

330 C Street, SW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(6)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
+ 1 more
Reggio’s Treehouse is an authentic Reggio Emilia inspired preschool that educates and enriches the minds and lives of our young learners. We embrace the Reggio Emilia philosophy that teaches children to become self-directed learners and whose guiding principles encourage self-expression and critical thinking. Please use this...

Care Member says "Our daughter attended the HHS/ED Center for 2 years and I can honestly say it became like a second home for her. From the very beginning, the teachers...

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Shepherd Park Children's Academy

7838 EASTERN AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$2450/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Preschool
Child care
+ 1 more
Shepherd Park Children’s Academy is an early education center license by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education dedicated to a higher standard in childcare. Our innovative academy is a safe, nurturing and loving environment where little minds thrive. Developmentally appropriate programs are designed to foster active...

Care Member says "The Director is very informative and helpful. The way she communicate with families and employees is amazing. The daycare is very pleasing to the eye....

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THE COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL OF PALISADES, INC.

5200 CATHEDRAL AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1327/mo
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
For more than 40 years, our preschool has been a central part of our community. We are a play based program that incorporates science, nature and hands on experiences for our young learners. Our strength lies primarily in our teaching staff who bring a unique depth of experience, education and investment in our early childhood...

Care Member says "We have had an excellent experience with my child at CPP. She has really come out of her shell over the years while attending CPP and is excited about...

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GEORGETOWN LAW EARLY LEARNING CENTER

120 F ST NW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Located in downtown D.C., on the campus of Georgetown Law, Georgetown Law Early Learning Center provides high quality care and education, in a safe and engaging learning environment. Our knowledgeable and talented early childhood educators support the cognitive, physical, linguistic, social, and emotional development of young...

JP H. says "I love the student to teacher ratio and care that the students get is great. My son had a great experience. I really like their software for communication as...

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Child care centers near you in Washington, DC provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Washington, DC have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Washington, DC. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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