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Daycares in Merrifield, VA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

Lucia's Family Home Daycare

"Ms. Lucia" has been a big part of my kids' lives, and she feels like part of our family! She really cares for the kids as if they were her...

- Zach

Smallfreckles Home Day Care

We've been with Small Freckles since they opened in 2017. We're very happy with the care. We know our children are safe, happy, and getting...

- Kristen D.

Little Treasures Home Day Care

Carolina provided both of our children with individualized care that put our minds at ease when returning to work. We worked with Carolina...

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Daycare Centers Near Merrifield

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Sara's Kids

2759 Knollside Lane Merrifield, VA

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare
Sara's Kids Family Home Daycare! ****Hours**** Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Sara's Kids is designed to give children the love and care they need to enhance their developmental growth through learn and play for a brighter future. My name is Sara and I have over 18 years of experience in the childcare environment both in...
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Lucia's Family Home Daycare

7603 Lisle Avenue Falls Church, VA

5.0(4)

State license verified

My home daycare is extremely spacious and comfortable. I am a state licensed family day care provider for over 20 years. Being a child care provider, it brings me joy seeing the children grow over the course of many years in my care. Seeing them hit their milestones is extremely rewarding and I thank all the families for...

Zach says ""Ms. Lucia" has been a big part of my kids' lives, and she feels like part of our family! She really cares for the kids as if they were her own. Both of my...

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Smallfreckles Home Day Care

2834 Rosemary Ln Falls Church, VA

5.0(1)

State license verified

In-Home daycare
We'll promise to take the best care of your kid. Our home daycare is new, comfortable, safe, clean atmosphere. Working Monday to Friday full time and part time, CPR & First Aid trained, State licensed for Home Day Care in Falls Church Age appropriate activities (reading,music, arts). We speak English and Spanish.

Kristen D. says "We've been with Small Freckles since they opened in 2017. We're very happy with the care. We know our children are safe, happy, and getting lots of...

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Little Treasures Home Day Care

9896 Burke Pond Ct Burke, VA

5.0(2)
I am the owner and primary caregiver at Little Treasures Home Day Care. Little Treasures is a professional Home Day Care licensed by Fairfax County with the mission to support the emotional, social and intellectual development of infants and toddlers. We are a small group! We believe that every child deserves 100% individual...

Care Member says "Carolina provided both of our children with individualized care that put our minds at ease when returning to work. We worked with Carolina from the time...

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Kiddies Home Daycare

5801 Boothe Dr. Burke, VA

5.0(9)

State license verified

Kiddies Home Daycare is the Home away from home for your little ones. We enroll children different ages. All our children are under 5 years old, to keep the groups interests similar. We are a family-run unique home daycare where your child will enjoy an intimate family atmosphere and specialized attention. Studies have shown...

Care Member says "We are grateful for the remarkable care provided by Ms. Olga at Kiddies Home Daycare. Ms. Olga’s team made daycare an absolute blast for our child. Her...

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Honeybee's Daycare

7432 Colshire Dr Apt 2 McLean, VA

5.0(2)
Hi! My name is Asma I run Honey Bee's Daycare in McLean. In my daycare your children would have opportunity to learn things such as writing, reading,coloring(etc). I hope that I can take care of your Child in every aspect which include his/her health and security.

Adeela says "A great women who treat children kindly and respectfully love it."

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The Star Daycare

6460 Maplewood Drive Falls Church, VA

4.8(32)

State license verified

The Star Daycare is a Fairfax County and Virginia-state licensed childcare center, organized by Mrs. Shahnaz Tariq, a professional childcare provider. Mrs. Tariq's goal is to provide a safe, nurturing, and loving home in which your child can successfully grow and develop. Due to popular demand, the Star Daycare is now offering...

Anosha says "The Star Daycare is a professional home daycare setting. Mrs. Tariq is very professional and personable. She lives the children and is very diligent in...

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Sunita's Home Child Care

9444 Canonbury SQ Fairfax, VA

5.0(15)
Hello! My name is Sunita and I am a CPR and First Aid certified family child care provider. I am licensed by Fairfax County and have 13 years of experience doing childcare as a profession. I have taken numerous courses and training in child care and am very passionate and loving with what I do. I love teaching and value...

Crystal A. says "As a first time mom, I was really nervous about leaving my baby when I had to go back to work. After a lot of searching and interviewing, we came across...

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FRIENDSHIP CHILDRENS CENTER

5411 WESTERN AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2665/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
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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Reaching For Las Estrellas Academy

2500 N VAN DORN ST STE 100 ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2000/mo
Montessori
Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Welcome to Reaching For Las Estrellas Academy, where your child's early childhood development is our top priority. With 15 years of experience in the field. Owning an in-home daycare, and a Montessori School, We are dedicated to providing a stimulating and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. Our staff members...

Care Member says "Las Estrellas was the first daycare we used and I am so thankful for the care they gave my son. They made my son feel comfortable and went above and...

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Little Angels

5349 Harbor Court Drive Alexandria, VA

5.0(12)
We are an in-home day care. We take care of children from 3 weeks to 12 years. We offer full time, part time and before/after school. We provide a fun, educational and interactive environment that kids can love. We are a small daycare (4 children maximum) that allows for individualized attention, customized schedules and the...

Benjamin B. says "Our experience with Tamana has been excellent. She has an environment that our 18 month old son wanted to go to. He was always happy to see her in the...

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Kiddies Time Family Daycare

1800 Clovermeadow Dr. Vienna, VA

5.0(12)

State license verified

Kiddies Time is the finest quality licensed Family Home Daycare. Founded in 1989, we have been proudly serving the community for over 27 years with trusted and nurturing loving care for the children. Our convenient location is near Tyson, Vienna, Reston and Herndon area. We provide a caring enriched learning program...

Kevin L says "My son, who is now 2 years old, has been attending Kiddies Time Family Daycare since he was 10 months old. We love Leena and her staff! Leena gives the...

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SAINT GABRIEL PRESCHOOL/DAY CARE CENTER

4319 SANO ST ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Faith based
International
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
+ 2 more
Saint Gabriel, ages 2 to 5 years. Preschool and Daycare, a Catholic preschool in Alexandria, Virginia since 1970. Helping children acquire skills be ready for Kindergarten. With a nurturing environment for children, guided by dedicated Sisters and staff, the preschool emphasizes physical, emotional, cognitive, and social...

Care Member says "My experience in St. Gabriel was the best. My three kids attended there. This was the most reliable place for us. My kids loved the place from the...

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Paddington Daycare

5107 Sutton Pl Alexandria, VA

5.0(9)

State license verified

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 care centers. I started my own Family Child Care in 2011. I achieved my Child Development Associate (CDA) in August 2011...

Laura P. says "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...

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K & K Family Day Home

7532 Lisle Avenue Falls Church, VA

5.0(1)
A loving home daycare specialized in care taking and educating children in teamwork, sharing, and learning. Nutritional foods are provided during meals and snacks. With over 15 years of child care experience I offer a loving, hospitable, and learning environment for children.

Hajuri K. says "Great, affordable, and loving home daycare."

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Happy Kids Child Care

4758 Tapestry Dr Fairfax, VA

4.3(6)

State license verified

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Academic
+ 2 more
My name is Janaki and for the last 24 years I have been running a State Licensed Home Daycare for children here in our area. I have a passion for working with kids and educating them too. We have a friendly and educational environment here that allows children to play alongside kids their age and prepare them for school.

Care Member says "Our experience with Happy Kids Child Care has been excellent. My children have been with Janaki for the past three years, starting as infants, and I...

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Mother Goose Home Daycare

12553 Cross Country Lane Reston, VA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Mother Goose Home Daycare is a family-owned and family-focused daycare provider that is conveniently located close to Fairfax County Pwy., Dulles Toll Rd. and Herndon/Monroe Bus Station. We concentrate on keeping the center family-oriented. Mother Goose believes that a strong family environment is very important and is why we...

Audrey F. says "Our (first born) son is a "Covid baby" and had not been around many other kids, let alone been taken care of by someone outside of our family for his...

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Ms. Carmen's Daycare

134 Jasper Pl Alexandria, VA

5.0(15)

State license verified

****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 only learn about themselves but also develop their social and communication skills. My goal is to help them grow...

Chris L. says "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...

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Sandra's Daycare

6407 Kroy Dr Springfield, VA

5.0(22)

State license verified

Licensed Child Care in Springfield, VA, conveniently located near Springfield Mall and Springfield Estates Elementary School, with easy access from 95 and 495. My assistants (2) and I work together as a team to provide a fun and safe environment for your child. Ages 3 months to 12 years old accepted for full-time care, as well...

Addison T. says "We absolutely love Ms. Sandra, her team and her family! I was such a nervous first time mom, but the second we toured we knew our 3 month old would be...

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Bright Home Childcare

6132 SUMMER PARK LN ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Academic
+ 1 more
I run a state-licensed home daycare located in Kingstowne Alexandria, VA. The childcare is operated by a mother of three with a Bachelor’s Degree and 15+ years of professional experience. All staff, including the owner, are First Aid, CPR, and MAT Certified. We offer a nurturing learning environment that promotes self-help...

Care Member says "My husband and I took our daughter to Ms. A’s daycare for 2.5 years. We only left when our daughter aged out. She is an incredible daycare provider....

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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Merrifield, VA

Daycare centers near you in Merrifield, 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.

Daycares near you in Merrifield, 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.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Merrifield, 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.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Merrifield, 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.

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