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Drop-In Child Care in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care

Bright Home Childcare

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...

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EXCEL PREPARATORY PRESCHOOL ACADEMY

If you want early education for your child that feels like family, this is the place! We’ve been blessed to be a part of the Excel family...

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My 1st Choice Family Daycare

Wonderful, clean and modern! We are very happy and would recommend to everyone!

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Bright Home Childcare

6132 SUMMER PARK LN ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(3)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
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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Monarch Montessori School

218 E MONROE AVE ALEXANDRIA, VA

State license verified

starting at
$1750/mo
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Academic
+ 3 more
Welcome to Monarch Montessori School! We're glad that you're considering Monarch for your preschool and elementary school needs! We believe that each child has different gifts, challenges and styles of learning. At Monarch Montessori, each child's individual path is recognized and celebrated. OUR PHILOSOPHY Every school...
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EXCEL PREPARATORY PRESCHOOL ACADEMY

2418 GRIST MILL PL ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1500/mo
International
Montessori
Special needs
Academic
Kindergarten
+ 3 more
Excel Prep is a Mandarin Immersion and STEAM-based early learning institution, fully licensed by the State of Virginia Dept. of Education, to serve 105 students ages 0-12. Excel Preparatory Preschool Academy maintains Accreditation with NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI. Our highly-qualified teachers all hold degrees and many of...

Care Member says "If you want early education for your child that feels like family, this is the place! We’ve been blessed to be a part of the Excel family for 3 years...

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My 1st Choice Family Daycare

2404 BELLE HAVEN MEADOWS CT ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(1)

State license verified

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

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

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Rubina Mirza Daycare

6048 Clames Drive Alexandria, VA

State license verified

Child care
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 they are encouraged to draw and sing. Individual children's records are kept, including daily observations and information...
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ET Child Care

4600 Picot Rd. Alexandria, VA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
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 for infants and kids. We provide a pick up and drop off services. We provide flexible childcare services. ET home...
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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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Gardizi Home Childcare

6720 Dorothy Giles Ct Alexandria, VA

4.4(7)
Child care
In-Home daycare
Hello, my name is Nasrin Gardizi and I have had over 17 years of experience with home child care and also with raising my own two boys. I love children and am extremely passionate about my career! I have worked as a child care provider for Infant Toddler Family Day Care for over 10 years and have provided child care for dozens...

Lindsey B. says "We have been leaving our son with Nasrin Gardizi (Naz) since he was 3 months old. She is caring, experienced, attentive, accommodating, friendly, and an...

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Holy Family Daycare

4500 Shoal Creek Court Alexandria, VA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Holy Family Daycare is a small, fully licensed, in home daycare center run by myself, Trina Miranda. I have worked with children for over 30 years, and now care for children out of my home in a formal, daycare setting. Prior to opening Holy Family Daycare, I worked in various childcare settings ranging from large childcare...

Norma L. says "Miss Trina offers excellent care to our daughter, starting when she was 3 months old. She is truly a gem! Miss Trina has become a part of our family,...

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Val's Home Day Care LLC

4225 Laurel Road Alexandria, VA

5.0(5)
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
In-Home daycare
Hi, my name is Valbona. I am a board certified child care provider and have 16 years of experience providing loving care for infants and toddlers. Licensed and trained in CPR, First Aid, and Early Childhood Education training. My child care program combines learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe and nurturing...

Shannon S. says "My daughter has been with Val for about a year now, and I can not stop singing her praise! She is patient, knowledgeable, trustworthy, dependable... just...

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TRINITY PRESCHOOL (Half Day Program)

2911 CAMERON MILLS RD ALEXANDRIA, VA

1.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$728/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Trinity Preschool is enrolling for the 2023-2024 school year! We are a half day preschool program which runs September through June. School hours are 9am-Noon with extended care options available (early drop off 8am) and aftercare (12pm-2pm). Trinity Preschool is a play based program, licensed by VDOE, and welcoming children...
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Northeast Stars Montessori Alexandria

697 N WASHINGTON ST ALEXANDRIA, VA

State license verified

Montessori
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Northeast Stars Montessori (part of the STARS Montessori Group) is distinct in being professionally run preschool with an eye to individualized attention in a warm friendly setting. Our beautiful large Montessori classroom(s) feature the smallest amount of preschool students while still having the same number of professionals...
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BROWNE ACADEMY

5917 TELEGRAPH RD ALEXANDRIA, VA

State license verified

starting at
$2500/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Preschool
Transformative education, empowering the change makers of tomorrow. Browne Academy is committed to the preschool-8th grade experience and the academic, social and emotional foundation it provides our students. We deliberately focus our attention and resources to the years of childhood and early adolescence, giving time for...
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Bennette's Family Day Care And Learning Center

5377 Bedford Terrace Alexandria, VA

Date Night and Drop in Care available.
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Sunshine Day Care

8021 Steadman Street Alexandria, VA

My name is Shumaila. And I am a Childcare provider. I started my business in 2015. I run my care from home. I love working with kids and I am flexible with their routine. We have a daily schedule that we follow. I do after school care also for adult kids. and Pick and drop. I work Also on Friday evenings and weekends Contact me...
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St Jude's Family Childcare Home

104 S. IRIS ST Alexandria, VA

St. Jude's Family Child Care Home in Alexandria is a year-round home-based program. Our family child care program is run by Miriam Ayala. We are open from 6:30 am until 11:00 pm and care for children as young as 0 months through 12 years. We offer CDA based programs and full-time kindergarten, as well as summer camp. We offer...
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Sunny Daycare one llc

8740 Talbott Farm Dr Alexandria, VA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Our daycare is a family owned facility for infants, toddlers, school aged kids. We treat every child according to his specific needs and temperament and provide unconditional love and respect so they can feel secure environment and explore their own identity. Every day, we engage in puzzle games, story time, Circle time...
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iCare Innovation To Learning

5680 King Centre Drive Alexandria, VA

Faith based
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
Child care
+ 1 more
iCare Innovation To Learning philosophy of teaching is embedded in the Montessori approach which is a ground-breaking method of observing and supporting the natural development of children. Montessori educational practice helps children develop creativity, problem solving, critical thinking, time-management skills, care of the...
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Bethany Lutheran Preschool

2501 Beacon Hill Road Alexandria, VA

Faith based
Preschool
Founded in 1959 to provide a Christian education for young children and outreach to their families, the school is an extension of the educational ministry of Bethany Lutheran Church. We offer classes for a drop-in program for children 12 months - 3 years and preschool classes for preschool age children. There are options of...
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Kingstowne Daycare

7470 Cross Gate Ln Alexandria, VA

Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Academic
+ 3 more
Kingstowne Daycare is dedicated to providing opportunities that provide quality education in a safe environment conducive to the development, learning, and enjoyment of each child. Kingstowne Daycare strives to insure that each child is nurtured and developed to their full potential, focusing on the child as a whole;...
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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Alexandria, VA. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.

When you drop your child off near you in Alexandria, VA, you should expect to provide the provider with necessary information about your family and your child’s dietary needs, health concerns, and any allergies and medications. It's bes to discuss any particular requests or expectations ahead of time, but be prepared to further review any special circumstances or questions you have during the first drop off.You may also find it helpful to talk about drop off and pick up procedures as well as safety rules with your child ahead of their first day. Setting them up for success by ensuring everyone is comfortable with the arrangement will help make it a stree-free drop off!

Drop-in child care can be a great way to accommodate the ever-shifting needs of families, but it's important to make sure you are taking the necessary precautions before relying on drop-in child care. Make sure to thoroughly research any drop-in child care facility near you in Alexandria, VA you're considering, including checking reviews and discussing any questions you have. When you visit the drop-in care center in person, take time to observe and ask questions about their practices and policies, and ask about what supplies you'll need to send with your child.

Drop-in child care hours in Alexandria, VA will vary by location, but typically these services are available throughout the day. Most drop-in child care centers will open for business around 8 AM and close after 5 PM, although this can vary depending on the center’s size and organization. Some drop-in child care centers may have extended hours, so be sure to discuss your scheduling needs when interviewing your options.

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