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Drop-In Daycares in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 230 reviews of the 146 listed drop-in daycares

Happy Face

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...

- William S.

Little Tots Home Daycare

Little Tots has been a wonderful experience for our family. We really appreciate all the care that Mrs B gave our daughter. We highly...

- Minahil

Iggi's Family Home Daycare

This is the best decision I've made. Iggi is such a loving a caring person, she provides you with all informations and mostly your child...

- Viona A.

Drop-In Daycares Near Alexandria, VA

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Happy Face

6230 Summit Point Court Alexandria, VA

5.0(7)
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 love children and have experience working successfully with all ages. I have a bright and spacious townhouse close to...

William S. says "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...

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Little Tots Home Daycare

4629 Barnum Lane Alexandria, VA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Welcome to Little Tots Home Daycare, where childhood dreams blossom through a symphony of play! We provide a vibrant, nature-based, play-based learning environment for children aged 1 month to 3.5 years. Our philosophy centers on allowing children to lead their learning through a wide array of activities. We're dedicated to...

Minahil says "Little Tots has been a wonderful experience for our family. We really appreciate all the care that Mrs B gave our daughter. We highly recommend her daycare...

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Iggi's Family Home Daycare

5204 Cedar Rd Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
Hello Parents! Welcome to Iggi's Family Home Daycare licensed by Fairfax County. My home-based daycare is in Alexandria, VA, zip. 22309. I am a mother of 3 kids now adults. I have 24 years of child care experience. I have Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Master's Degree, a first-aid and CPR certification, OFC...

Viona A. says "This is the best decision I've made. Iggi is such a loving a caring person, she provides you with all informations and mostly your child will get the care...

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My Little Turtles Home Daycare

5005 Greenhaven Place Alexandria, VA

5.0(11)

State license verified

My Little Turtles home daycare in Rose Hill 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 children and the challenges of guiding them. Arts and crafts, their hygiene, food prep and serving, but most of all the ties and bonds...

Care Member says "We found Ms. Lecy during the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, when the world of lockdowns and limitations was beginning to reopen. It was a difficult...

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Family Child Care

5824 Apsley House Ct Alexandria, VA

5.0(3)
Our program is very caring,clean, and fun.

Herani says "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...

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Daffodils Child Care

7814 Seth Hampton Dr Alexandria, VA

5.0(21)

State license verified

My Name is Muna Barkhadle Leaving your young infant with someone you don't know can be a difficult and nerve-racking decision to make. As more children enter child-care in the early, tender years of infancy, the continuity of care between home and outside care is very important for the young child. My daycare is specially...

Carolyn V. says "My son has been attending Daffodils for over a year now, starting when he was four months old. It was a smooth transition when he started, and he's...

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Eva's Loving Daycare

Dunman Way Alexandria, VA

5.0(4)
My name is Eva, I am a home daycare provider. I have been serving families in the DMV area for Almost 22 years! PROUDLY! I am also a mother of three, I provide various avenues to help young children to grow and learn to strengthen their social and emotional, language, physical and cognitive developmental skills, I am excited to...

Dana S. says "Eva has become a member of our family! She has been watching my daughter for about 18 months now, and my son as well for the last 7 months. She really gets...

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Ms. Carmen's Daycare

134 Jasper Pl Alexandria, VA

5.0(15)
****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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The Kingdom Of Children Llc

118 N French St Alexandria, VA

4.6(22)

State license verified

Welcome to the Family Day Home "The Kingdom of Children LLC." My name is Maria and I am a state licensed childcare provider in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I can tell you that I'm not only the director and provider of my Family Day home, but also I have a lot of professional experience in early child education that...

Care Member says "Ms Maria, Ms Olga, and Ms Rosa have been great with my 2 yr old and 1 yr old. Both have been here since they were about 4 months old. My daughter walks...

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Melvas Little Angels Daycare

6318 Rose Hill Drive Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
Virginia State License CPR - First Aid - MAT certificate Located Rose Hill Drive Area Call 703-313-7428 ( leave message) Fairfax County provider

Care Member says "I went here when I was younger with my 2 brothers. Nicest people alive, helped me with my school work, overall just a great daycare. I'm in high school...

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Sunrise Home Care

5215 HARBOR COURT DR Alexandria, VA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Sunrise Child Care is a home-based child care provider in Alexandria. We are a fully licensed homecare provider, and we have over 11 years of experience providing exceptional care to children. Our child care hours are Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.Kids can stay up to twelve hours without extra charge....

Michael R. says "My daughter has been going to Sunrise Home Care with Ms. Merry since she was 4 months old and is now 8 months old. We have been very happy with the care...

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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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Saj's Family Home Daycare Service

5304 Tessie Terrace Alexandria, VA

5.0(3)
Certified from Fairfax county Office For Children First aid, CPR and other Professional trainings recommended by Fairfax county OFC. approved subsidy vendor from VA and FairFax county I offer pet free, smoke free and safe environment for kids. Also USDA food program available. Have seven years of teaching experience to...

Krista C. says "Saj is the sweetest, most loving, and attentive care giver we could ever imagine for our daughter! I couldn't imagine our daughter ever being watched by...

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Morning Star Family Childcare

8616 Lombardy Lane Alexandria, VA

5.0(16)

State license verified

At Morning Star Family Childcare, we have a curriculum with age-appropriate learning activities focused on infants. With over 25 years of experience and countless hours of training and certifications, our in-home daycare is the perfect blend of a home and school; home which provides warmth, love, affection and school which...

Care Member says "It’s hard to put into words how grateful we are for Rubina and her wonderful team at Daycare. They gave our boys not just care, but genuine love,...

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Serkalem Nirayo

4209 Main St Alexandria, VA

5.0(2)

State license verified

-Child care license in Virginia -Open from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. -Accepts children 2 months - 12 years old -Offers before and after school care -Certified in CPR and First Aid -Fluent in Amharic and English -Attended professional training courses and workshops

Hiwot says "Amazing daycare with so much heart and caring mindset, with clean and welcoming smile. It is wonderful seeing my daughter get excited about going to daycare...

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Lovebug Day Care

2713 Arlington Dr Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
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 )

Shawnice says "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...

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My 1st Choice Family Childcare.

2404 Belle Haven Meadows Ct. Alexandria, VA

5.0(21)

State license verified

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 kids. Hours of operations: Mon- Fri. 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. Other times and weekends available. Ages: 3 months to 4...

Care Member says "Our 2 year old daughter has been enrolled with My 1st Choice Family Daycare since she was 4 months old. After challenging experiences with finding...

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Kids 1st Care Daycare

8200 Reddick Ave Alexandria, VA

5.0(3)
Daycare Provider in Alexandria. Kids 1st care Daycare In-Home, State licensed childcare provider 25 years experience, U.S.D.A Food Program- breakfast, lunch and snack included. Hours of operation: Monday-Friday from 6:30am - 6:00pm Ages - Infant to 12 years old. Our infants enjoy lots of cuddle time and developmentally...

Ericka D. says "My child has been with Ms. Begum for 2 years. We have no family in the area, and Ms. Begum has become like a grandmother to my daughter. She and her...

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Surisa's Loving Home Daycare

6251 Marcy Court Alexandria, VA

5.0(26)

State license verified

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 safe and friendly environment where they can grow, play and develop as strong individuals. The ages range from newborn...

Care Member says "Surisa has taken care of my three children for the past four years. Surisa, A, and F are a part of our family. She is extremely flexible and goes above...

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Little Star Day Care

6657 Kelsey Point Circle Alexandria, VA

We offer Childcare for the Children. Our goal at Little Star Daycare is to make the children feel at home and also have the most fun they can have, starting from the second they get here and from the second they leave!
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Alexandria, VA

Drop-in daycare near you in Alexandria, VA can be a flexible and convenient solution for busy parents who need child care on an as-needed basis. This type of child care gives families the flexibility to drop their children off for just a few hours or for an entire day, depending on their individual needs. This kind of drop-in service can help to reduce stress associated with arranging more traditional, longer-term child care options.

Typically, drop-in daycares cater to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, but daycares will vary depending on their facilities and requirements. When reaching out to drop-in daycares in Alexandria, VA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.

While drop-in daycares in Alexandria, VA may require a short registration process and forms to be filled out, it is usually not necessary to make a reservation ahead of time for each visit. This convenience makes drop-in daycare an ideal option for those with unpredictable schedules or when babysitters aren't available due to illness or other unanticipated events. However, drop-in centers may fill up quickly during peak times, so it's always best to call ahead to ensure the needed availability.

When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Alexandria, VA, it is important to make sure that you are bringing all of the necessary items for a successful and enjoyable experience. Remember to bring any blankets or stuffed animals that may serve as a comfort item -- this may even include pacifiers or sippy cups if necessary. It is also important to remember snacks and drinks, so your child stays well fed throughout their stay. Don't forget essentials like diapers, wipes, and changes of clothing!

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