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Recent daycare reviews in Alexandria, VA
Mary Child Care
5.0
My 2 year old son has been cared for by Kashi at Mary Child Care since he was just 4 months old. My wife and I had originally planned for our son to go to a day care center near her new job, but when she stayed at her previous job a bit longer than expected, we needed to find day care close to home...
- Keith
Surisa's Loving Home Daycare
5.0
Our family has used Surisa Phumtim's in-home day care for several years and we have been thoroughly impressed with Surisa. Surisa and her team take very good care of our kids and coordinate transition activities for each kid with the parents.
Surisa is reliable , dependable and a hard worker. We...
- Ashley
Happy Face
5.0
Wahida is amazing. She kept both my daughters - Ellie and Sarah-from the time I went back to work when they were only 3 months until they went to preschool- we worked with her for over 5 years. My daughters adored her and were so happy and well cared for. I trusted Wahida completely and recommend...
- Mary L
Rubina Mirza Daycare
5.0
My son Bryson went to Rubina's daycare when he was a baby (12 weeks old) to 3 1/2 years old. Rubina provides a safe and caring environment. Her daycare was a second home for my son. She helped us keep him on a good nap schedule, provided structure with playtime and learning activities, and helped us...
- Colleen K
Lovebug Day Care
5.0
Divine has a great attitude and loves kids as soon as you walk in you just feel safe and calm! I highly recommend, wish she still lived in my area she even taught my daughter sign language !!!! She should charge wayyyyy more than she allows
- Shawnice
Daycares in Alexandria, VA
4.7
(26)
Description:
We currently have full-time and part-time openings for infants through toddlers. I am an experienced daycare provider (20+ years), and a mother of four children (all grown adults now). My daycare has been a...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Miss Kashi looked after our 16 month old daughter for a few months until we had to move. She is an exceptionally caring and knowledgable child care provider. She is kind hearted and patient, the kind of...
Reviewed by Saf.A
5.0
(24)
Description:
Surisa's Loving Home Daycare has been open since 1992. Surisa is a primary school teacher by training and has run this home daycare with her two assistants for over 20 years. The children are taken care of in a...
Recent reviews:
5.0
I am a first time mother and was very anxious to send my 9 month old to daycare after living through Covid quarantine. Surisa's place turned out to be a blessing for us. She truly cares for the children and...
Reviewed by Veni S
5.0
(7)
Description:
I am Wahida, a positive energetic and a mother of 3 girls. I am a home daycare provider for last past 21 years with CPR and first aid certified . I have home daycare permit through Fairfax county of Virginia, I...
Recent reviews:
5.0
This daycare is the best thing that ever happened to my wife and I. We first brought our daughter here when she was 6 months old and she stayed until she went to pre-K this year. Wahida is the most caring,...
Reviewed by William S
5.0
(2)
Description:
Hello There, Welcome to Rubina Mirza Daycare!
My name is Rubina! Under our care, your child will have a second home where they feel warm, nourished, and cherished. We have story time with the children, and...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Rubina has been taking care of our daughter since she was 3.5 months old (26 months now). Rubina and her family are very nurturing, and appears to give our daughter attention as needed.
Our daughter responds...
Reviewed by Jenny
5.0
(1)
Description:
LoveBug Day Care is a family orientated home base day care
Newborn- 7 years old
6am-8pm
Overnight option available
ASL learning activities (American sign language )
Recent review:
5.0
Divine has a great attitude and loves kids as soon as you walk in you just feel safe and calm! I highly recommend, wish she still lived in my area she even taught my daughter sign language !!!! She should...
Reviewed by Shawnice
5.0
(15)
Description:
****No availability for 2021. 3 openings will be available for Fall (August/September) of 2022
Ms. Carmen's Family Daycare promises to provide your children a happy and safe environment where they can not...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Ms. Carmen's daycare has taken excellent care of my daughter for the past 5 years as well as my son before he started school a few years ago. Never a worry or concern.
Reviewed by Chris L
5.0
(2)
Description:
Hello, my name is Sharae. I'm a Professional Childcare Provider. I'm the Owner of Justkidschildcare247. I'm a Family Child Care Home Provider. I have over 8 years' experience in working with all age groups. I'm...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Ms. Sharae, is a awesome childcare provider. she provides a safe environment. She has been caring for my child since 6months. I highly recommend her.
Reviewed by MS. B
5.0
(18)
My 1st Choice Family Childcare.
2404 Belle Haven Meadows Ct., Alexandria, VA 22306
Starting at $400/wk
Description:
Special place for your child. Safe and healthy environment. Healthy meals and snacks. VA state license. CPR, First Aid and MAT (medication administration Training) certified. 16 years' experience working with...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Our 16 month old son loves Ms. Farrah, Ms Jaime and all of his newly made friends at Daycare. He arrives and comes home happy and after starting with Ms Farrah at 9 months old we immediately saw how much he was...
Reviewed by Keith
5.0
(4)
Description:
I am a 57-year-old proud grandmother of 4 whom I dearly love and babysit. My mission is to create an environment that is safe, supportive, inspiring and fun for the kids. We offer full and part-time schedules...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Finding a daycare for my son Jackson was probably the hardest thing I've ever had to do. In my search I came across ET Child Care. From the moment I found this page I knew I wanted to send my son here. He's...
Reviewed by Shaunte T
5.0
(10)
Description:
My Little Turtles home daycare in Rose Hill, 22310 is State Licensed.
My name is Lecy. I am original from Brazil and loving mother of two.
I have worked with children for more than 15 years.
I love...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Our oldest son (2.5 years), has attended My Little Turtles Daycare since January 2021 and our newest addition will be joining him in just a few short weeks.
We highly recommend Lecy and the My Little Turtles...
Reviewed by Jenny A
5.0
(9)
Description:
My name is Vanessa and I am a state licensed Family Childcare Provider in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I am married and have 2 wonderful boys. I have been caring for children for over 10 years in many child...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Paddington Daycare is the DREAM daycare. Our son started going to Paddington Daycare at ten months (his first time away from home care!) and has been there for just under a year. We couldn't have hoped for a...
Reviewed by Laura
5.0
(3)
Description:
Feathers Bilingual Academy, a full-time Spanish Immersion Center with an integrated curriculum, available for children ages sixteen months to five years old.
Recent reviews:
5.0
Feathers is amazing! I couldn't ask for a better place to send my son. The staff is truly exceptional. They are very professional, well-trained, and caring. They really promote a safe, welcoming environment. I...
Reviewed by Virginia
4.7
(12)
Description:
The Goddard Schools are the #1 rated private preschool system in the United States with over 530 schools nationwide. Our school will serve infants through Pre-K students.
We are located at 1703 N Beauregard...
Recent reviews:
5.0
My son has has been attending Goddard for the past year, and I can tell you we all are happy with the school and glad to see how much he has grown and learnt. We love all of his teachers and enjoy seeing how...
Reviewed by Patricia
5.0
(1)
Description:
Fontanelle Academy of Early Learning provides high-quality infant child care and early childhood education services to families in the Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland metropolitan...
Recent review:
5.0
Our daughter and now son attend Fontanelle and I recommend it to EVERYONE that I know. We feel that the school is a safe, nurturing and academically sound environment. We've noticed a tremendous growth in our...
Reviewed by Ingrid C
5.0
(3)
Description:
Our program is very caring,clean, and fun.
Recent reviews:
5.0
Alganesh's daycare is one of the best decision i have made for my kids and myself. She took care of my kids since they were a years old. My kids always have a good time and it was so convenient with my work...
Reviewed by Herani
4.3
(12)
Great Beginnings Early Learning Center, LLC
618 N Washington St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Starting at $345/wk
Description:
At Great Beginnings Early Learning Center your child's individual talents, skills and abilities will be nurtured in a loving and compassionate environment. We are a privately owned and operated Christian...
Recent reviews:
5.0
We loved our experience at GBELC. Ms. Cortinzia is incredible and we are so grateful for our time there. I always knew our son was in good, trusted hands. He really thrived there. His confidence grew, he made...
Reviewed by Jennifer S
5.0
(1)
Description:
Daysi Family Daycare is a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she needs. We are licensed in the state of Virginia as a Home Daycare Facility and have met or...
Recent review:
5.0
I Love this place is very clean,Daysi is nice person she can help us every day with our kids.
Reviewed by Anastasia J
3.0
(2)
Description:
Located in Alexandria, Virginia, Discovery Time Learning Center LLC aims to provide children with a high-quality early childhood education. It strives to develop children's developmental skills. The Center...
Recent review:
5.0
Worst daycare ever, dirty, Director is unprofessional, staff aren't nice, the place stinks, the director office was unkept
Reviewed by Rachel T
5.0
(1)
Description:
Mount Vernon Lee Child Development Center is a learning community dedicated to quality child care for children 2 years and 6 months to 8 years and 11 months of age. Their facility operates on regular days and...
Recent review:
5.0
Awesome Child Care Center. My child who is 4 years old assists to this wonderful place since he was 2 1/2 years old. The director, Teachers, and staff are unique; and their program is the best. However, I am...
Reviewed by Maria T
5.0
(1)
Description:
Beacon Hill Academy located at 2704 Beacon Hill Road, Alexandria, Virginia, provides basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It...
Recent review:
5.0
Excellent Child Care. Lots of creative learning with Teachers who care, have common sense and care for your children.
Reviewed by Tamela F
5.0
(1)
Recent review:
5.0
I love Karol's Kids!! Both of my children attended.
Reviewed by Chemin
5.0
(1)
Recent review:
5.0
As new parents, we had no experience with daycares. It was difficult to choose a location. We wanted a place that would be safe, educational, and close to home. We found what we were looking for and more with...
Reviewed by Kisha T
5.0
(2)
Recent reviews:
5.0
Connie puts the same love and effort into her childern as she would he own. From the projects she does with the kids to their "horseback riding" everything she does helps their development, self esteem, and all...
Reviewed by Tia
Little Home Family Day Care
3200 Lockeed Blvd 102 Alexendria, Alexandria, VA 22306
Starting at $50/day
Description:
Hi
I am Uzma I am married and I have 3 daughters.I been working in Army daycare 17 year .
Now a days I have my own day care .Since7 years.
Description:
Contact: (703) 347-5416
After raising three children in the Northern Virginia area, I understand how difficult it can be to find quality childcare that is affordable. I further understand the importance of...
Description:
Cici's Little Geniuses is located in Alexandria, VA and provides high-quality care to children ranging between the ages of 6 weeks to preschool age. Cici's Little Geniuses is an active participant in the...
Description:
Hello, my name is Agnes, I have availability for my home-childcare located in (Alexandria VA) 22311
Along with being a general babysitter for long term care, as well as a date night sitter! I am a mother of 2...
Description:
CDI is a child development center purposed to assist in the development of children's cognitive, physical, emotional and social skills. Our goal is to help children develop a great learning experience from...
Description:
Grow and Blossom Preschool Center's mission is to provide high quality educational services using a developmentally appropriate preschool curriculum for a multi-economic and culturally diverse group of young...
Childtime of Alexandria
2272 Huntington Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22303
Description:
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational...
Recent review:
3.0
Hey, how much do you charge for a day? And are you close to forth belvoir?
Reviewed by Silah C
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Alexandria, VA
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Alexandria, VA?
Daycare centers near you in Alexandria, VA 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.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in Alexandria, VA?
Daycares near you in Alexandria, VA 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.
What should I look for in a daycare center near me in Alexandria, VA?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Alexandria, VA 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.
What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in Alexandria, VA?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Alexandria, VA 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.
Ratings for Alexandria, VA daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Daycares in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 204 reviews of the 181 listed daycares.