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Bright Babies Home Daycare
5.0
My child attended bright babies for over 2.5 years starting at 4 months of age. Yessie and her staff went above and beyond expectations. My child was coming back home on a daily basis communicating and acting more advanced than projected. The curriculum was through and informative. The children are...
- Thomas T
Family Child Care
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 schedules. I highly recommend Alganesh Daycare center.
- Herani
Lucia's Family Home Daycare
5.0
"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 kids went to her and so did my nephew -- all three kids love her! I would definitely reccomend her to anyone.
- Zach
Culver Care
4.0
Our son was here for a year from his first to second birthdays. He had a lot of fun at Culver Care. We like that it's a small family daycare with just a handful of other kids. When he first started the age difference felt more noticeable because he wasn't walking yet and still took 2 naps a day. The...
- PM
My Little Turtles Home Daycare
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 Daycare! Lecy is the most caring, thoughtful individual we may have ever met. She pours...
- Jenny A
Drop-in daycares in Arlington, VA
5.0
(3)
Welcome to Bright Babies Home Daycare , I am a childcare provider with 14 years of experience, I'm a CPR & First aid instructor , MAT (Medical Administration Training)I participate in the food program with the USDA.. and other accreditation. Our program is designed to work with infants 6 weeks and...
5.0
"Yesenia Cafferatta and her team (Karen and Helen) were our Home Daycare provider for just over 2 years. They are absolutely amazing! My son was just 4 months when he started, and Yessie far exceeded our expectations (with over 18 years of childcare experience, it's...
Annemarie F
5.0
(3)
Our program is very caring,clean, and fun.
5.0
"We have been taking our daughter to Alganesh since she was 9 weeks old . Our Daughter loves going to Alganesh . She provides amazing care for our daughter as much as we do . The love and patience that Alganesh shows to child makes me realize how lucky we are to...
Senait
5.0
(4)
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...
5.0
"I can't say enough good things about Lucy. She is amazing and cares so much about the children. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a wonderful in-home daycare."
Katherine
4.0
(1)
Our family daycare provides a learning based program for 12 month to 4 year olds. We provide a daily schedule consisting of circle time, centers, snack, group reading activity, music, lunch, outdoor play, nap time, art, organized play, story time, and free play. Culver Care is run by a lead teacher...
4.0
"Our son was here for a year from his first to second birthdays. He had a lot of fun at Culver Care. We like that it's a small family daycare with just a handful of other kids. When he first started the age difference felt more noticeable because he wasn't walking...
PM
5.0
(10)
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 children and the challenges of guiding them. Arts and crafts, their hygiene, food prep and...
5.0
"Lecy's passion for working with kids is very evident by her enthusiasm, energy, attention to detail and care. Lecy is a very friendly, warm, caring and trustworthy person. She provides a fun and loving environment for the kids. She enjoys engaging kids and...
Stephanie
5.0
(7)
*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...
5.0
"As an anxious parent sending her kid to daycare for the first time I had visited and interviewed dozens of daycares and immediately knew this place was right for our child!
Joy got on the floor with our son and played with him as she answered the 100's of...
Victoria T
5.0
(2)
Hello Parents, welcome to my home daycare. I am licensed by Fairfax County, VA and CPR certified. I specialize in infant care and young toddlers. We do many fun things with the children such as reading, singing, and playing outside when weather permits. I make nutritious meals for the children each...
5.0
"Both my children did great at Parveen's daycare. She makes great meals and really loves the kids."
Parveen A
5.0
(22)
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...
5.0
"My child has been with Sandra since 3 months old and he has thrived in her care over the past year. Sandra and her assistants are very loving and patient towards the children and don't hesitate to give affection and hold the smaller ones when needed. I mention...
Laura
5.0
(2)
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 CPR and First Aid Certified, Mat Certified, I have multiple certificates in different...
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."
MS. B
5.0
(7)
Ms. Sandy has over 29 years of experience. She is devoted to providing quality in-home child-care services for ages birth through 12. Each staff member is First Aid and CPR certified and has Medical Administration Training (M.A.T.) and, more importantly, they are state licensed by Social Services...
5.0
"As a police officer with 14+ years on the job I have seen the best and worst of situations in regards to child care. I can say without a doubt, Ms. Sandy is the ONLY child care provider I would trust my children with. She and her staff are hands down the people...
Greg
4.5
(10)
Lea's daycare is now closed . I'm now retired .
5.0
"Very kind. I felt very comfortable with Lea and Nancy the first time I met them. I can tell this day care is not just a job, but a passion for children. I am so grateful to have met them and that they are caring for my child!"
Billie K
5.0
(2)
Welcome!
My mission is to partner with parents to provide infants and toddlers with developmentally appropriate activities and materials in a safe, loving environment where they are free to explore and learn about the world around them.
Over the Rainbow Family Childcare is a play based...
5.0
"I love how cozy the environment is! Everything looks so inviting for the kids to play and learn."
Melissa
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....
5.0
"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 Sunita and we are so thankful we found her! She truly has a passion for taking care of children. Our daughter...
Crystal A
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. -...
5.0
"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 environment and she learned to speak and understand Spanish. Elizabeth Palomino, a trained teacher, provides age...
Carin Z
5.0
(7)
Our Vision & Mission
Learning Wonder Land is committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where your child can explore, create, and foster their Language, Motor, and Math skills.
Our mission is to care for the Social Emotional, Creative Expression, Cognitive, and physical Health of...
5.0
"We have been with LWA for close to year now, both my husband and I are essential workers and had to be working the entire time. Our daycare closed early March 2020 due to the Pandemic but we were so extremely fortunate to find LWA through a mom's recommendation on...
Heather P
5.0
(9)
Glen Echo Family Day Care is a licensed in home Family Day Care in the state of Maryland. We are licensed to care for no more than eight children at any one time. We are inspected regularly to ensure that licensing standards are met.
We believe that children excel when they have providers they can...
5.0
"My son (20 months old) has been going here for a little over a year. I could not ask for a more loving and caring place for him to be. He has been hitting all his developmental milestones and looks forward to going each day. Farah and Anwar are great about...
Molly F
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.
5.0
"Great, affordable, and loving home daycare."
Hajuri K
5.0
(1)
Jubilant Tots is a county permitted small home-based care. The Philosophy of JT is play base, where kids learn through play, for stronger foundation. Children spend time going indoor/outdoors to parks and trails, playgrounds; painting, coloring, role-playing, crafting, play doh, sand and water play...
5.0
"My baby boy started going to Jubilant Tots full-time when he was 7 months old, and has been going part-time since my mom helped babysit him. Shringar was great and my baby thrived in her daycare. She always made sure that my baby was well-fed, clean, and had...
Vida A
5.0
(24)
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...
5.0
"We are so happy with Surisa's care! She had my daughter full time from age 16 months to 3 years, 3 months when she transitioned to preschool. She has also had my now one-year old son full time since he was 12 weeks old. Surisa's home is clean, safe and peaceful....
Emily B
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,...
4.0
"We were very fortunate to have found Star Daycare and Mrs. Tariq. My son started at Star when he was only 4 months old. Mrs. Tariq is very nurturing and accommodating to our son's needs. We know that our son is in good hands with Mrs. Tariq. We highly recommend...
Jean R
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Arlington, VA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me 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.
What age ranges do drop-in daycares near me in Arlington, VA accept?
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.
Do I need to make a reservation to use a drop-in daycare near me in Arlington, VA?
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.
What should I bring with me to a drop-in daycare near me in Arlington, VA?
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!
Ratings for Arlington, VA drop-in daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Drop-In Daycares in Arlington, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in daycares.