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Pre-K Schools in Washington, DC are rated 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

Monarch Preschool College Park

We were so excited that they were so close. Tour solidified our choice. Our son who had been home with us would thrive and play with peers...

- Wendy O.

The Goddard School of Alexandria

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

- Care member

Bambi's Day Care

Manjula has been a wonderful nanny to us ! She took care full time of our two daughters over the last two years and a half. We are very...

- Helene E.

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Monarch Preschool College Park

50TH AVE COLLEGE PARK, MD

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1100/mo
Preschool
Monarch Preschool College Park is a high-quality, project-based learning pre-kindergarten for children ages 3-5. Learning is hands on and interactive. Teachers are active and engaged, helping children apply their learning to real world issues. We are committed to fostering a lifelong love of learning, focusing on the whole...

Wendy O. says "We were so excited that they were so close. Tour solidified our choice. Our son who had been home with us would thrive and play with peers his own age....

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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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Bambi's Day Care

4067 Adams Drive Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
Hello! My name is Manjula. I just opened up a new licensed family child care and learning center and is offer FREE TWO WEEKS when you sign up. The daycare is located in Kensington, Maryland. New customers can receive an offer of free two weeks during the first month. Bambi's Day Care is on Maryland's Exel and will be accepting...

Helene E. says "Manjula has been a wonderful nanny to us ! She took care full time of our two daughters over the last two years and a half. We are very lucky to have...

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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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Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
This traditional preschool program, located at the Greenbelt Youth Center, focuses on providing activities which encourage social development, fine and gross motor skills, listening to and following instructions, the foundation to begin reading, math and science curriculum, and encourages lots of fun with their peers. Children...

Aidan F. says "They are outstanding. My son was really happy when he was here and the teachers are great. They offer a very fixed routine and schedule that the kinds...

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Arlington Unitarian Cooperative Preschool

4444 Arlington Blvd Arlington, VA

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Preschool
Arlington Unitarian Cooperative Preschool is a child-centered, cooperative preschool with a play-based curriculum that promotes curiosity and builds self-confidence. We are a half-day program with classes meeting weekdays from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., serving infants through Pre-Kindergarten children (number of days per week...

Vicki says "My 3 little granddaughters all love attending this special school. We all love the emphasis on outdoor activities and cooperative play. Socializing is so...

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Celebree School of Alexandria

2450 MILL RD ALEXANDRIA, VA

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Celebree School of Alexandria provides daycare in Alexandria, VA, for infants through Pre-K. Our preschool offers infant care, toddler care, and early learning childcare programs in a safe, nurturing environment where children feel supported and encouraged. Through a research-based, play-driven curriculum, we help children build...
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Bethesda Country Day

5615 BEECH AVE BETHESDA, MD

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Child 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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Two Birds - Old Town

1737 King St ALEXANDRIA, VA

starting at
$2695/mo
Reggio emilia
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Two Birds is a Reggio-inspired school for children, Infants through Pre-K. Our all-inclusive approach to education supports the entire family through community. At Two Birds, children have the opportunity to explore the world around them while building knowledge through interactions with teachers, classmates, and open-ended...
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Learn, Play & Grow Daycare, Llc

7600 Charleston Drive Bethesda, MD

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...
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St Jude's Family Childcare Home

104 S. IRIS ST Alexandria, VA

St. Jude's Family Child Care Home in Alexandria is a year-round home-based program. Our family child care program is run by Miriam Ayala. We are open from 6:30 am until 11:00 pm and care for children as young as 0 months through 12 years. We offer CDA based programs and full-time kindergarten, as well as summer camp. We offer...
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Bethesda Country Day School

5615 BEECH AVE BETHESDA, MD

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Child 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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K & K Family Day Home

7532 Lisle Avenue Falls Church, VA

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.
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iSprout S.T.E.A.M Academy

1601 13th Road South Arlington, VA

Outdoor/nature
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
+ 5 more
iSprout STEAM Academy is a safe and healthy space for children to learn, grow and explore. Our preschool and kindergarten prep programs provide cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth through the lens of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math through Play. iSprout STEAM Academy is open from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.
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Celebree School of National Landing

1321 S. Elm Street ARLINGTON, VA

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Celebree School of National Landing provides daycare in Arlington, VA, for infants through Pre-K. Our NECPA accredited preschool offers infant care, toddler care, and early learning childcare programs in a safe, nurturing environment where children feel supported and encouraged. Through a research-based, play-driven curriculum,...
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Sue's Place Family Child Care

10605 Patternbond Ter Silver Spring, MD

I take pride in having a strong vocation for early childhood education and facilitating and active engaging environment that fosters both social and academic development for children ages two months to eight years old. Sue's place offers mixed age group setting with special activities for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and...
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CHILDWAY- College Park, MD

9308 CHERRY HILL RD COLLEGE PARK, MD

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Childway is a private childcare center located in Maryland. Childway serves children from 6 weeks of age to kindergarten and before and after care. Childway has been providing quality child care in the metropolitan area for more than 40 years. Our staff is dedicated to providing your child with a friendly, nurturing and age...
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Stanford Day School Home Daycare

7023 Stanford Dr Alexandria, VA

I am a licensed kindergarten teacher with Alexandria City Public Schools. After ten years in the classroom, I have decided to stay home with my two children (1.5 and 3.5 years) and open a home daycare for toddlers and preschool aged children. Our program is perfect for working families whose children are ready for a little more...
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Northeast Stars Montessori Alexandria

697 N WASHINGTON ST ALEXANDRIA, VA

State license verified

Montessori
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Northeast Stars Montessori (part of the STARS Montessori Group) is distinct in being professionally run preschool with an eye to individualized attention in a warm friendly setting. Our beautiful large Montessori classroom(s) feature the smallest amount of preschool students while still having the same number of professionals...
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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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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Washington, DC

Pre-k programs in Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, 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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC 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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