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We have 146 preschools in Alexandria, VA! Compare and find the best preschool to fit your needs.

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Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Alexandria)

6200 INTER PARCEL RD ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(1)

6 mi

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For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided 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 and beyond by developing essential academic, social, and emotional skills for success. Our dedicated teachers support each student, helping them feel valued, confident, and excited to learn! Join us for our January Open events and take a trip around the world! Thursday, January 8th, 4–6 PM, and Saturday, January 10th, 10 AM–12 PM, families can enjoy crafts, celebrations, and treats inspired by global traditions, all while getting a firsthand look at our warm community and enriching curriculum.

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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1055 - Childtime of Alexandria

2272 HUNTINGTON AVE ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(1)

2 mi

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At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all learning. Staff and teachers, and the relationships children develop with them, are vital for learning, for trust, and for independence. Our approach is designed to help them grow as students and people, in school, and in life beyond.

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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EXCEL PREPARATORY PRESCHOOL ACADEMY

2418 GRIST MILL PL ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(3)

1 mi

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Excel Prep is a Mandarin Immersion and STEAM-based early learning institution, fully licensed by the State of Virginia Dept. of Education, to serve 105 students ages 0-12. Excel Preparatory Preschool Academy maintains Accreditation with NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI. Our highly-qualified teachers all hold degrees and many of them hold post-graduate certifications. The academic program is based on the progressive learning model and John Dewey's theory that children learn best by doing. Our curriculum is a comprehensive, research-based curriculum designed to help teachers implement developmentally appropriate practices and offer responsive daily routines and meaningful experiences that nurture learning and development.

Care Member says "If you want early education for your child that feels like family, this is the place! We’ve been blessed to be a part of the Excel family for 3 years...

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SAINT GABRIEL PRESCHOOL/DAY CARE CENTER

4319 SANO ST ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(4)

5 mi

Faith based
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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 development, all while cherishing the spiritual growth of each child. Our mission is to help children encounter Jesus Christ in their daily routines and activities.

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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Spring N Dale Private School

6574 EDSALL RD ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(3)

6 mi

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Spring N Dale is a small center with a big heart. We enjoy watching children learn, grow and praise Jesus. We have a strong academic program and use the ABEKA curriculum. We are located on the border of Springfield and Alexandria with access to the beltway. Our playground is large with plenty of room to run, swing and slide. Spring N Dale is open year-round with a fun summer camp program.

Care Member says "Ms. Marsha’s school feels like home away from home for my little one. "

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LILY PAD AT METRO PARK

6361 WALKER LN # C-110 ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(5)

6 mi

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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 encourage infants and children in all facets of learning in a warm, nurturing environment. We are both a daycare and preschool with extended daycare hours, creating flexible schedules for working parents. Come join the Lily Pad family and see why we have such rave reviews, as we prepare your children for Kindergarten and for life as a well rounded, emotionally equipped individual.

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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Kiddie Academy of Alexandria

1000 BERNARD ST ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(1)

1 mi

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Preschool
Kiddie Academy of Alexandria, VA offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Montessori Kids Universe Cameron Square

410 S PICKETT ST ALEXANDRIA, VA

5.0(2)

4 mi

Reggio emilia
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MKU Cameron Square’s educational approach is unique compared with traditional child care such as daycare and preschool programs. The MKU child-centered focus aligns with their natural ability to be explorers; preparing the child for a lifelong love of learning. MKU classrooms are carefully prepared environments; providing abundant resources for the child. DaVinci Kids; the MKU proprietary enrichment curriculum, opens the child’s mind to art, science, technology, engineering, and math. Children learn while doing; sparking creativity and natural curiosity. Our operating hours at Mon - Fri from 7am - 6pm.

Ashlee H. says "It's a great Montessori program that has grown so much since it first opened. The owner and staff really care about the kids and the longevity of the...

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Luca's Rainbow Bilingual DayCare Center

6335 Little River Turnpike Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)

5 mi

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Our Values With a high teacher to student ratio, it allows us to focus on each child individually. Teachers are able to work one on one with students allowing the child to learn and grow at their own pace. We are a Bilingual School in the heart of Alexandria City

Luis R says "Excelente programa en inglés y español además de una ubicación perfecta con unos precios súper buenos!!!"

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Little Tots Home Daycare

4629 Barnum Lane Alexandria, VA

5.0(3)

5 mi

Welcome to Little Tots Home Daycare, where childhood dreams blossom through a symphony of play! We provide a vibrant, nature-based, play-based learning environment for children aged 1 month to 3.5 years. Our philosophy centers on allowing children to lead their learning through a wide array of activities. We're dedicated to fostering curiosity, creativity, and making every little one feel cherished, deeply engaged, and inspired by the natural world and their own imaginations. Enrollment for the 2025/2026 school year is now open! Uncover the magic and comprehensive play we offer! We invite you to explore www.lthdaycare.com and book a tour

Minahil says "Little Tots has been a wonderful experience for our family. We really appreciate all the care that Mrs B gave our daughter. We highly recommend her daycare...

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Eva's Loving Daycare

Dunman Way Alexandria, VA

5.0(4)

7 mi

My name is Eva, I am a home daycare provider. I have been serving families in the DMV area for Almost 22 years! PROUDLY! I am also a mother of three, I provide various avenues to help young children to grow and learn to strengthen their social and emotional, language, physical and cognitive developmental skills, I am excited to provide opportunities for all children to have good and positive character and the ability to enjoy learning with their peers. I am happy to say that some even graduated with my youngest! I take care of children from ages 0-5 yrs old, also before and after school. I have a flexible hour. I also continue to take classes that are provided by the county. I am CPR & First Aid certified. My interest is to help raise your child to become very responsible, who will grow up to be positive adults. I also prepare them for school. We take field trips in the summer, we love going to the library, I have a water park close by my house where we love spending time there, we have many outdoor playgrounds, parks, and also there's a playground at the mall that we love to go and spend time there if the weather is bad, like on a rainy day. I am an outdoor person, so I love the outdoors. We take field trips to the zoo whenever the weather permits us to. I am a very open person, and I have such a wonderful communication with all my Parents! Because of that, I have a wonderful relationship with all of them! We have become ONE BIG FAMILY. I always love to make people feel happy Especially my babies! I love what I do, and I do a great job! I look forward to meeting you and your family soon!

Dana S. says "Eva has become a member of our family! She has been watching my daughter for about 18 months now, and my son as well for the last 7 months. She really gets...

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Morning Star Family Childcare

8616 Lombardy Lane Alexandria, VA

5.0(16)

6 mi

At Morning Star Family Childcare, we have a curriculum with age-appropriate learning activities focused on infants. With over 25 years of experience and countless hours of training and certifications, our in-home daycare is the perfect blend of a home and school; home which provides warmth, love, affection and school which provides a learning environment where your child thrives to become independent, confident, and loving. - Virginia State Licensed. - Child Development Associate (CDA). - Caregivers receive routine training and background checks. - First Aid & CPR Certified. - Spacious daycare with plenty of room for Indoor & Outdoor Activities. - Safe Environment. - Early Development of Social Skills. - Nutritious Meals & Snacks. - Development of a daily routine for the Child. Contact us today to schedule an appointment to visit our in-home daycare.

Care Member says "It’s hard to put into words how grateful we are for Rubina and her wonderful team at Daycare. They gave our boys not just care, but genuine love,...

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The Kingdom Of Children Llc

118 N French St Alexandria, VA

4.0(22)

3 mi

Welcome to the Family Day Home "The Kingdom of Children LLC." My name is Maria and I am a state licensed childcare provider in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I can tell you that I'm not only the director and provider of my Family Day home, but also I have a lot of professional experience in early child education that is backed up by a bachelor's degree and more than 19 years of working, first as a director in my own school and then as a director of a Daycare of Essalud in Peru. I am also a Public Notary in the county of Alexandria. I sustain a diplomacy in Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning difficulties and behavioral modification and a Master degree in Pedagogy in Montessori Children's Specialty plus University degree. I love my profession, and that is the only way for a person to think of dedicating their life to taking care of children and planning on doing an excellent job. Everyday I try to give my best and all of my knowledge at my job, and I am always updating my knowledge so that I can achieve with your children a great emotional, intellectual and psychomotor development. The curriculum authorized by Department of Education of Virginia allows us to develop every skill they must have depending on their age, including the learning of Spanish as a second language. Something more about me is that I am a member of NAAEYC and I have a free food program for your children that consists of healthy food that follows the USDA Child Care Food Program. In this Family Day Home we cultivate integrity and good morals so that they can grow up as tolerant, punctual, responsible and sympathetic people.

Care Member says "Ms Maria, Ms Olga, and Ms Rosa have been great with my 2 yr old and 1 yr old. Both have been here since they were about 4 months old. My daughter walks...

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Surisa's Loving Home Daycare

6251 Marcy Court Alexandria, VA

5.0(26)

4 mi

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 individuals. The ages range from newborn to primary school age. Fresh homemade food is made daily and learning activities are incorporated through play. We are located in the heart of the Franconia-Springfield area - minutes away from the exit to I-495/I-95 as well as the Franconia-Springfield metro station. Please call to set up an appointment to visit and learn more.

Care Member says "Surisa has taken care of my three children for the past four years. Surisa, A, and F are a part of our family. She is extremely flexible and goes above...

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Serkalem Nirayo

4209 Main St Alexandria, VA

5.0(2)

8 mi

-Child care license in Virginia -Open from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. -Accepts children 2 months - 12 years old -Offers before and after school care -Certified in CPR and First Aid -Fluent in Amharic and English -Attended professional training courses and workshops

Hiwot says "Amazing daycare with so much heart and caring mindset, with clean and welcoming smile. It is wonderful seeing my daughter get excited about going to daycare...

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Kids 1st Care Daycare

8200 Reddick Ave Alexandria, VA

5.0(3)

8 mi

Daycare Provider in Alexandria. Kids 1st care Daycare In-Home, State licensed childcare provider 25 years experience, U.S.D.A Food Program- breakfast, lunch and snack included. Hours of operation: Monday-Friday from 6:30am - 6:00pm Ages - Infant to 12 years old. Our infants enjoy lots of cuddle time and developmentally stimulating play time in their own special area. Tummy time and other developmentally appropriate activities help keep little ones entertained. Our toddlers enjoy a preschool curriculum of numbers, alphabets, colors and shapes as well as fun with circle time, music, arts & crafts, reading, singing, creative play and other age appropriate activities. Large play space both indoors and outside where your child will have plenty of room to play and have fun. 1- VA State Licensed. 2- Criminal Record Background Checked. 3- CPR & First Aid Certified 4- MAT Certified. 5- TB Tested. 6- Clean, smoke free & pet free environment. please inbox me for the phone number

Ericka D. says "My child has been with Ms. Begum for 2 years. We have no family in the area, and Ms. Begum has become like a grandmother to my daughter. She and her...

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ET Child Care

4600 Picot Rd. Alexandria, VA

5.0(4)

4 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
I am a 57-year-old proud grandmother of 4 whom I dearly love and babysit. My mission is to create an environment that is safe, supportive, inspiring and fun for the kids. We offer full and part-time schedules for infants and kids. We provide a pick up and drop off services. We provide flexible childcare services. ET home care is here to provide the best child care service you can hope for. We are experienced caregivers, conveniently located in Alexandria, VA (right on Franconia Rd, 5 minutes from Springfield mall, and a few minutes from Landmark mall). 2 minutes away from Mark Twain Middle School and Rose Hill Elementary. Let ET home care give you peace of mind as you go about your busy day. We will keep your children engaged in games, arts, and music activities and most of all ensure their safety and well-being. Learn more about our services by calling Emu @ 703-869-2625.

Shaunte T. says "Finding a daycare for my son Jackson was probably the hardest thing I've ever had to do. In my search I came across ET Child Care. From the moment I...

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Mary Child Care

2301 Sherwood Hall Alexandria, VA

4.0(26)

5 mi

In-Home daycare
We currently have full-time and part-time openings for infants through toddlers. I am an experienced daycare provider (20+ years), and a mother of four children (all grown adults now). My daycare has been a welcoming home to many young children throughout the years offering a clean & safe environment, indoor/outdoor activities, reading and nap times, arts & crafts, working with special needs children, and a trained assistant. We offer flexible schedules, year-round operations, and affordable rates. I have: Virginia State Licensed, First-Aid/CPR certified, Virginia Department of Social Services Medication Administration Training (MAT) certified, Regularly attend Virginia Department of Social Services training courses that have included: * Understanding Temperaments to Help Infants and Toddlers Learn and Develop, * Ages and Stages of Development of Preschoolers Ages Three to Five, * Virginia's Milestones of Child Development, * Emergency Preparedness, * Stress Management for Early Childhood Educators: How to Stay Calm in the Midst of Chaos. This is an in-home daycare, with a dedicated floor for the children. Our location is very convenient for those traveling from the 495 beltway or from old town Alexandria. Either way, we are 10 minutes away. Our location is convenient for those traveling from Fort Balvoir. We are 10 minutes away from there, too. All meals and snacks are provided adhering to the USDA Food Program. No pets in the house. References are available - both current and old. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment, please contact Kashi.

Saf A. says "Miss Kashi looked after our 16 month old daughter for a few months until we had to move. She is an exceptionally caring and knowledgable child care provider....

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Wonderland Home Daycare

6307 Beryl Road Alexandria, VA

5 mi

Hello, my name is Jackeline and I am mother of a 17 year old. I started my business a year ago, I have previously worked as an assistant teacher in a preschool called "Early steps", and also at a home daycare. Now I have decided to open my own business. I love to work with children, and also provide a healthy and familiar environment.
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Cdi Childcare

2826 James Drive Alexandria, VA

2 mi

CDI is a child development center purposed to assist in the development of children's cognitive, physical, emotional and social skills. Our goal is to help children develop a great learning experience from infancy to school age through music, art, math, language arts and physical experience in the early childhood industry and a wide range of life experiences. Our main purpose is to provide quality and affordable childcare that meets the needs of the children and their families and the development of children in all areas. Some of what we offer: 1. State License. 2. CPR/First Aid Certification. 3. Learning Environment. 4. 20+ years experience. 5. USDA Food Program. 6. Loving Environment. 7. Affordable Rates. 8. Sibling Discounts. 9. Smoke Free Environment. And Much More.............. At CDI, we focus on your children's development.
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Recent preschool reviews from local parents in Alexandria, VA

Preschools in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 237 reviews of the 146 listed preschools

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Alexandria)

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...

- Christine K.

1055 - Childtime of Alexandria

We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share...

- Mary G.

EXCEL PREPARATORY PRESCHOOL ACADEMY

If you want early education for your child that feels like family, this is the place! We’ve been blessed to be a part of the Excel family...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Alexandria, VA

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Alexandria, VA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Alexandria, VA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Alexandria, VA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Alexandria, VA.

When looking for a preschool near you in Alexandria, VA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Alexandria, VA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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