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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Arlington, VA

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

Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare

5.0

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 our unusual request for a week of daycare. My son loved going each day and I can tell that he got to take part in so many fun activities. And somehow...

- Margaret L

FPCA Christian Childcare Center

5.0

My son has been attending FPCA-CCC since August, and we could not be happier!!! He loves going to his 'school' with his friends and he loves his teachers. He even wakes up on Saturdays asking to go to school! The staff is very caring and only wants what is best for the children. The classrooms are...

- Leigha P

Just Kids Childcare 24/7

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

Heritage Learning Center

5.0

We LOVE our HLC family. This center has been a great fit for our daughter. She is always excited to see Ms. Marielos in the morning and never wants to leave! Unfortunately we missed a few months when COVID first took hold and we started to notice a difference as our daughter was not talking and...

- Jaynina W

Drop-in child care in Arlington, VA

Culver Care

Culver Care

9811 Culver Street, Kensington, MD

Starting at $37/day

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


Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare

Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare

2809 Winchester Way, Falls Church, VA

Costimate: $297/wk

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
"Working parents like us wants to give their child/children a safe place and loving environment as much as possible. A place like home but it's always hard to find that. Known Joy before I got married and become a mother. This review is not sugar coated and base on...

Metos M


FPCA Christian Childcare Center

FPCA Christian Childcare Center

7610 NEWCASTLE DR, Annandale, VA

Starting at $200/wk

5.0

(4)

Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church of Annandale Christian Childcare Center (also known as the "FPCA CCC")! Our Childcare Center's MOTTO comes from Jesus Christ's teaching in Matthew 19: 14, where He instructs His Disciples to, "Let the Children Come to Me!" This Christian Childcare Center is...
5.0
"This is a new program, but the professional in charge is someone I've trusted to take care of my daughter since 2012. She brings years of experience, formal education and a great intuitive knack for handling children of all ages. Her new program promises to be a...

Sara M


Just Kids Childcare 24/7

14 Taney Ave, Alexandria, VA

Starting at $230/wk

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


Heritage Learning Center

Heritage Learning Center

4922 LaSalle Road, Hyattsville, MD

Starting at $235/wk

4.0

(8)

Heritage Learning Center is a non-profit child development program licensed by the Maryland State Department of Education. Our center adheres to all state and federal laws, and is regulated by the Maryland Office of Child Care. The center can accommodate 50 children and accepts all children aged 6...
5.0
"All of my three children have gone to Heritage and I cannot say enough good things about them. I found Heritage after two very bad daycare experiences for my older children and Heritage was a breath of fresh air! I'm one of 'those' moms that expects a high level...

Rashida P


Sunita's Home Child Care

Sunita's Home Child Care

9444 Canonbury SQ, Fairfax, VA

Starting at $250/wk

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
"I was worried about having to send my son to daycare, but Sunita has made the transition so easy :-) She is very attentive to my son and he adores her. I am so glad I found her on care.com! I would recommend her to anyone in the Fairfax area."

Danielle B


Jubilant Tots Inhome Daycare

Jubilant Tots Inhome Daycare

8113 Carrick Ln, Springfield, VA

Starting at $250/wk

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


Learning Wonderland Academy

Learning Wonderland Academy

7237 Auburn Street, Annandale, VA

Costimate: $280/wk

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
"Elena has taken care of my twins since they were 6 weeks old. My husband and I have interviewed many nannies and toured many big Centers but we concluded that placing them with Ms. Elena was best for our babies and we are so glad that we made the best decision....

Lindsey H


Glen Echo Family Day Care

Glen Echo Family Day Care

6832 Tulip Hill Ter, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $600/wk

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


K & K Family Day Home

K & K Family Day Home

7532 Lisle Avenue, Falls Church, VA

Starting at $275/wk

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


Holy Family Daycare

Holy Family Daycare

4500 Shoal Creek Court, Alexandria, VA

Costimate: $291/wk

5.0

(2)

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...
5.0
"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, loving our daughter as if it were her own. Her home is warm and inviting, and the site of where she often hosts...

Norma F


Prosperous Futures

Prosperous Futures

2905 Lloyd Ct, Temple Hills, MD

Starting at $230/wk

3.3

(3)

Currently offering one week of free childcare for all essential personnel upon enrollment
5.0
"This daycare is very unprofessional. The owner of the daycare has no clue on how a daycare should be ran. Sick children are NOT SENT HOME. DO NOT SEBD YOUR CHILD THERE."

Krystal L


My 1st Choice Family Childcare.

My 1st Choice Family Childcare.

2404 Belle Haven Meadows Ct., Alexandria, VA

Starting at $400/wk

5.0

(18)

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...
5.0
"My daughter loves coming here. Lots of fun and interactive activities. Very loving caretaker."

Amen


International Daycare of Bethesda

International Daycare of Bethesda

9414 Balfour Drive, Bethesda, MD

Costimate: $373/wk

4.1

(9)

It is the philosophy of our program that early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, exploring, and discovery. Children are creative and receptive; our program strives to nurture and encourage these qualities. Our purpose is to provide an atmosphere that encourages social,...
5.0
"We love Gheorghe Ilie's day care! We found them after searching high and low for our first kid as nervous first time parents. They were the perfect place! It is a treasure tucked in the NIH-Rockville-Bethesda area. After we had our second child we drove 6.5...

Punitha M


Tucker's In Home Child Care

Tucker's In Home Child Care

10526 Westlake Dr Apt 301, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $250/wk

5.0

(1)

Hi, my name is Judy and I have 15 years in child care. Red Cross certified in CPR, first aid and AED. I am trustworthy, reliable and loyal. I am warm, caring and have a clean, safe environment. Affordable.
5.0
"She is so great with kids. My Son feels so safe when I leave him there for 8 to 10 hours a day. She has been my son babysitter for 5 Months now. She is all ways happy working with kids all day."

Judy T


Great Beginnings Early Learning Center, LLC

Great Beginnings Early Learning Center, LLC

618 N Washington St, Alexandria, VA

Starting at $345/wk

4.3

(12)

At Great Beginnings Early Learning Center your child's individual talents, skills and abilities will be nurtured in a loving and compassionate environment. We are a privately owned and operated Christian Learning Center. Learning is encouraged through art, science, language, math, recreational play;...
5.0
"We loved our experience at GBELC. Ms. Cortinzia is incredible and we are so grateful for our time there. I always knew our son was in good, trusted hands. He really thrived there. His confidence grew, he made great connections with the teachers and other students....

Jennifer S


The Goddard School of Alexandria

The Goddard School of Alexandria

1703 N Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA

Costimate: $250/wk

4.7

(12)

The Goddard Schools are the #1 rated private preschool system in the United States with over 530 schools nationwide. Our school will serve infants through Pre-K students. We are located at 1703 N Beauregard St. The school is currently being constructed and we plan to be up and running between...
5.0
"The Goddard School of Alexandria is absolutely wonderful! After having experienced several different schools--this place takes the cake. My kids are SO well cared for, learning every day, making friends and having FUN! I leave my children every day knowing they are...

Sarah


Laalee's Daycare

7205 Sumpter Lane, Springfield, VA

Costimate: $293/wk

Hello! We offer a daycare service from 7 AM to 6 PM. We take all children from Newborn to school going. We are able to pick up your kids from school or drop them off to school. We are looking forward to taking care of your babies!! for more information call us at the phone number listed,...

Bethany Lutheran Preschool

Bethany Lutheran Preschool

2501 Beacon Hill Road, Alexandria, VA

Starting at $25/day

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...

Early Years Montessori School

3241 Brush Drive, Falls Church, VA

Starting at $1300/mo

We are a Montessori school providing services to children from infancy through kindergarten as well as before and after school care. Toddlers and Twos can enjoy Parent's Morning Out, a great and affordable opportunity for young children to transition into full day programs. We are nestled on...

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Average Rating5.0 / 5

Drop-In Child Care in Arlington, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care.