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Drop-In Daycares in Arlington, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares

Kitty Lounge Child Care

My 2 toddler boys have been going to Kitty Lounge for a couple months now and love Ms Cunningham and her daughter. They receive plenty of...

- Chloris W.

Chuchie's Home Daycare

Chuchie is an excellent day care provider that I provide my highest recommendation for. Chuchie provided full-time day care for both of our...

- Kyle M.

Open Vessel Family Child Care

From the initial conversation with Ms. Elise, I was put at ease. She answered all of the questions I had and I was so elated to hear that...

- Sherah I.

Drop-In Daycares Near Arlington, VA

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Farhana's Home Daycare

3120 13th Street S ARLINGTON, VA

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Kitty Lounge Child Care

2605 Gaither Street Temple Hills, MD

5.0(2)
Would you like your child(ren) in a safe, peaceful and enjoyable environment? Then check out Kitty's Lounge Daycare, A Christian Foundation, mom and daughter business, child care providers. Licensed and CPR/First Aid certified. Hours of Operation: M-F 6:00 a.m. to midnight. Location: Temple Hills, MD 20748. We also offer event...

Chloris W. says "My 2 toddler boys have been going to Kitty Lounge for a couple months now and love Ms Cunningham and her daughter. They receive plenty of educational...

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Chuchie's Home Daycare

7218 Beverly Park Dr Springfield, VA

5.0(3)
Lovely and caring home daycare with playground Virginia State Licensed,Business Permit CPR Trained, AED and First AID 22 years of child caring experiences Fluent in English and Tagalog (national language of the Philippines) Smoke-free,clean and very safe environment Preparation to Preschool Introduction to...

Kyle M. says "Chuchie is an excellent day care provider that I provide my highest recommendation for. Chuchie provided full-time day care for both of our kids for several...

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Open Vessel Family Child Care

6934 Aquamaine Ct Capitol Heights, MD

5.0(4)
We are a reliable Licensed Family Child Care. We have been in business since 2004. We are a Christian Base Child Care. Our ages range from 6 weeks to 5 years old. We use two learning curriculum, the A Beka and Mother Goose Program. The child wear uniforms. We attend monthly (learning) field trips. We provide hot meals. We also...

Sherah I. says "From the initial conversation with Ms. Elise, I was put at ease. She answered all of the questions I had and I was so elated to hear that she offers a...

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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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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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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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Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare

Winchester Way Falls Church, VA

5.0(7)

State license verified

*More than 15 years experience with childcare. Professionally trained child caregivers specializing on infants and toddlers. CPR, AR, AED, First aid & MAT Certified. *State Licensed & Annual Fire Safety Inspection approved facility. *We provide home cooked meals and snacks. *Separate napping room for infants. Big...

Margaret L. says "We had an excellent experience sending our toddler to Joyful Beginnings. We were only in Falls Church briefly, and Joy was so helpful in accommodating...

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Hazera's Home Daycare

6625 Jessamine Lane Annandale, VA

5.0(3)
Are you in search of a home away from home for your little one? I provide a safe, trustworthy home daycare in a beautiful neighborhood conveniently located near the beltway. I have more than 25 years of experience as an educator and caretaker of children, as well as Fairfax County licensing. Your child will be in a pet free,...

Rhonda M says "My daughter has been with Hazera since she was 4 months old. She is now 6 years old and in 1st grade. Hazera provides morning and after school care for...

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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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Maria's Building Blocks Daycare

7314 RIVERHILL RD Oxon Hill, MD

5.0(3)
Maria's Building Blocks Daycare, IMMERSING IN SPANISH, is dedicated to providing families with quality home childcare in a nurturing environment. Home daycares are a personable alternative to large centers that can often be crowded and have dozens of children. Entrusting your family childcare to Maria's home daycare gives...

Care Member says "Maria is an amazing childcare provider. Our son started with her when he was 8 months old and absolutely loved it. We've recommended her to three other...

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Haimi's Home Child Care

6060 Joust Ln Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
I have over 8 years of experience in providing a licensed family child care and I am a member of NAEYC. My passion is childcare and that reflects in the emphasis I place in our home by providing a clean, caring, and safe environment.

Care Member says "We could not be happier with our experience at this in-home daycare, which has been caring for our 20-month-old daughter, N., for the past 14 months....

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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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The Star Daycare

6460 Maplewood Drive Falls Church, VA

4.8(32)
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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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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4708 - Everbrook Academy of Foggy Bottom

2200 PENNSYLVANIA AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(2)

State license verified

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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"let's Be Friends " Daycare

2725 Woodley PL Falls Church, VA

5.0(11)
I am a provider for Fairfax County and I have a permit; I have a clean criminal record background check. I am certified in CPR and First Aid; I specialize in newborn infants and toddlers. I participate in training classes in Fairfax County to specialize in my job; I have 15 years of experience in professional childcare home...

Care Member says "Our boy was with Maria from about 3 months to 18 months. Maria took amazing care of him, and she really loves him, which was so important to us. She was...

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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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Valentina's Day Care Home

5728 Oregon Avenue NW Washington, DC

5.0(1)
FULLY LICENSED FAMILY DAY CARE: *Creative Activities in a warm, caring environment. *Bilingual Spanish and English. *Small group of 6 children with two teachers. *14 years of experience. *On Oregon Avenue near St John's College High school. *Ages 4 months to 4 years old. *Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. I have a College...

Carin Z. says "My daughter attended Valentina's day care center from the age of two until starting elementary school at age 5. It is the most loving and nurturing...

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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Arlington, VA

Drop-in daycare near you in Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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 Arlington, 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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