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Pre-K Schools in Arlington, VA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Tysons Corner Children's Center

Our two boys (4&2) are currently enrolled. The teaching staff is extremely supportive of their development. Our youngest just completed...

- Care member

Learn, Play & Grow Daycare, Llc

I cannot say enough good things. This is truly an ideal daycare. The center has a combination of the warmth of a caring relative and the...

- Care member

Laila's Childcare Services

I wanted a place that was safe, educational and close to home. Leaving my son at this very nurturing family home has been one of my delights...

- Marina S

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Tysons Corner Children's Center

8260 GREENSBORO DR STE 137 MC LEAN, VA

5.0(11)

State license verified

starting at
$2770/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
When it comes to your children, nothing less than the highest standards will do. Our non-profit child care centers offer programs for infants through Jr. Kindergarteners, and provide a safe, loving environment where children 6 weeks to 6 years old can learn and thrive through a hands-on, minds-on experience.

Care Member says "Our two boys (4&2) are currently enrolled. The teaching staff is extremely supportive of their development. Our youngest just completed potty...

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Learn, Play & Grow Daycare, Llc

7600 Charleston Drive Bethesda, MD

5.0(4)
My program serves children from infants through 4 years old. I have 10 years of pre-K teaching experience, and I'm licensed and accredited by the Maryland Department of Education Office of Child Care. My goal is to provide a safe, secure environment for your child that fosters physical, social, emotional and cognitive...

Care Member says "I cannot say enough good things. This is truly an ideal daycare. The center has a combination of the warmth of a caring relative and the resources and...

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Laila's Childcare Services

5800 Quantrell Ave Apt 408 Alexandria, VA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
In-Home daycare
Laila's Childcare Services has been awarded a Certificate of Quality by Virginia Quality, the state's quality rating and improvement system. As a dedicated childcare provider and former educator, I deeply understand the critical significance of the first five years in a child's development. At Laila's Childcare Services, our...

Marina S says "I wanted a place that was safe, educational and close to home. Leaving my son at this very nurturing family home has been one of my delights and as a new...

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BRIGHT MIND PRESCHOOL

322 N ALFRED ST ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Preschool
Bright Mind Preschool is committed to educating all children in a safe and loving environment and to enrich their lives academically and create a desire for learning. It is our goal at Bright Mind Preschool to prepare children academically, socially, emotionally, and physically for kindergarten. Bright Mind Preschool takes pride...

Porchia T. says "I would give Bright Mind Preschool a rating of 5. This school was the best part of our experience in Virginia. My daughter loved the school and her...

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Chesterbrook Academy Alexandria

6200 INTER PARCEL RD ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for Toddlers through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...

Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely...

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Elonda's Day Care

816 6th Street NE Washington, DC

5.0(3)
We offer care to children, ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. With a wonderful Infant/Toddler program that provides meals, snacks, pre-k curriculum and much more. Elonda's Day Care is set up to cover every area of a child's developmental needs and plenty of space and time for what children learn best from, PLAY! The classroom...

Olivia says "My daughter has been coming here for over over a year. We couldn't be happier. We are from out of town, a small town where we personally knew our childcare...

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Sandra's Daycare

6407 Kroy Dr Springfield, VA

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 for full-time care, as well...

Addison T. says "We absolutely love Ms. Sandra, her team and her family! I was such a nervous first time mom, but the second we toured we knew our 3 month old would be...

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The Goddard School of Alexandria

1703 N Beauregard Street Alexandria, VA

4.0(32)
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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 December and January. The...

Care Member says "Ms Michelle is fantastic! She knows the families inside and out and loves every child in her classroom! "

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SAINT GABRIEL PRESCHOOL/DAY CARE CENTER

4319 SANO ST ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(4)

State license verified

Faith based
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
International
+ 2 more
Saint Gabriel, ages 2 to 5 years. Preschool and Daycare, a Catholic preschool in Alexandria, Virginia since 1970. Helping children acquire skills be ready for Kindergarten. With a nurturing environment for children, guided by dedicated Sisters and staff, the preschool emphasizes physical, emotional, cognitive, and social...

Care Member says "My experience in St. Gabriel was the best. My three kids attended there. This was the most reliable place for us. My kids loved the place from the...

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LILY PAD AT METRO PARK

6361 WALKER LN # C-110 ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1408/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Lily Pad at Metro Park is conveniently located in Alexandria, Virginia, one block from the Franconia Springfield Parkway. We have been in the community since 2010 and as our families can attest, we are well known for our lovely home-like environment and dedicated long term staff. Lily Pad uses the Frog Street curriculum to...

Care Member says "The entire staff truly cares for the kids as they update you constantly with pictures and feedback on their day! "

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Glen Echo Family Day Care

6832 Tulip Hill Ter Bethesda, MD

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 trust and depend on....

Jennifer R. says "My son has been going to Glen Echo Family Daycare since he was 4 months old, and has been there for over a year. The indoor-outdoor space is wonderful,...

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Super Kids Child Care

6003 Kelley Ct Alexandria, VA

5.0(2)
Super Kids Child Care is a Virginia state-licensed home daycare owned and operated by Vigdonia ("Miss Vicky"), specializing in the care of children in the area of Alexandria. Miss Vicky began providing care for children thirty years ago shortly after immigrating to the United States from her home country, Bolivia....

Greisy G. says "Vicky is such a wonderful and nurturing care provider. Our children have gone to Super Kids Child Care for over two years and we could not be happier...

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Bright Morning Star

7700 Erie St Annandale, VA

5.0(9)
This is a licensed in-home family childcare. Located in Annandale VA , conveniently near H-Mart, Annandale High School and Braddock Elementary School, with easy access from Little River Turnpike and 495. My assistant (my sister) and I work together as a team to provide a fun, educational, and safe environment for your child....

Karina says "Flor and her mom take good care of the children. They provide home made meals and a safe place for the children. I have 3 kids. Flor and her mom took really...

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Bethesda Country Day School

5615 BEECH AVE BETHESDA, MD

State license verified

Academic
Child care
Day Care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Bethesda Country Day preschool provides exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. We combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment – offering far more than just child care. Through our Links to Learning curriculum, children are prepared for kindergarten...
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BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF WASHINGTON

2001 WISCONSIN AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

starting at
$2924/mo
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
+ 3 more
SCHOOL!! 8am to 3:30pm with additional cost after-care to 6pm! Our Early Years curriculum for children in Pre-school and Junior Kindergarten unites the best components of the International Primary Curriculum, and follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework. We ensure your child is highly involved in their own...
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Happy Faces Early Learning Academy

1905 9th St NE Washington, DC

Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 1 more
Happy Faces Learning Centers has served the Brentwood area of Washington, DC for the past 33 years, and strives to remain one of the leaders in affordable child care.We have been recognized by publications including the Washington Post, for our stellar program as well as our "around the clock", 24 hour 7 day a week...
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Kids Care

2911 Swanee Lane Fairfax, VA

1.0(4)
Welcome to Kids Care. At our school, children will be able to learn and improve cognitive skills through interactive plays and lessons. Kids Care was opened to provide an environment for children to gain a variety of academic skills and socio-emotional development. Kids Care is a full-day, private pre-school, conveniently...
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GAP COMMUNITY CHILDCARE CENTER INC.

209 UPSHUR ST NW WASHINGTON, DC

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
GAP Community Child Development Center Overview About Us: Established in 1982, GAP Community Child Development Center is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization licensed by the District of Columbia. The center is nationally accredited by NAEYC since 2009. Programs: GAP offers a multicultural educational and developmental...
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ST. PAUL'S EPISCOPAL PRESCHOOL&KINDERGARTEN

3439 PAYNE ST FALLS CHURCH, VA

2.0(3)

State license verified

International
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
+ 1 more

Velotiana R. says "St Paul was recommended to us by friends who had a very positive experience by sending both their toddler boys there. Although it was 10 years...

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Monarch Montessori School

218 E MONROE AVE ALEXANDRIA, VA

State license verified

starting at
$1750/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
Montessori
+ 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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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Arlington, VA

Pre-k programs in Arlington, VA offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Arlington, VA, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Arlington, VA typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Arlington, VA programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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