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ET Child Care
5.0
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 found this page I knew I wanted to send my son here. He's been going there for 4 months now and I could not have picked a better place. He's showered...
- Shaunte T
Celestial Child Care
5.0
I can't recommend Celestial Child Care highly enough! Truly a wonderful place providing caring, reliable FUN child care. We love the bilingual education, educational activities and structure of free play and circle time, etc. It's the perfect setting for my son who thrives on routine! Ms. Karla is...
- Kristin
Saint Gabriel Day Care Center
5.0
The way all the teacher and sisters takes care of all the kids is amazing.
- Haimanot B
Serkalem Nirayo
5.0
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 here. Serkalem, you really make an effort to engage the kids and develop them in a very individualized way. That is absolutely incredible to my...
- Hiwot
Laila's Childcare Services,
5.0
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 single parent, the hours and more importantly, the flexibility was what attracted me the most. Every morning, i dont feel like im taking him to a...
- Marina S
Preschools in Alexandria, VA
5.0
(4)
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...
5.0
"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 found this page I knew I wanted to send my son here. He's been going there for 4 months now and I could not have...
Shaunte T
5.0
(10)
My family child care specializes in toddlers between the ages of 1 - 4 years of age. I run a very clean and organized facility, giving loving care to my kiddies every day.
I have a state license and am CPR/FIRST AID certified. I am also under the VA Child Nutrition Inc program, which comes to...
5.0
"We couldn't be happier with Celestial Child Care. The facility is wonderful. It's spacious, bright, and fun with tons of fun and educational activities for the children. It's also always impressively clean and incredibly well organized. There is a wonderful...
Beth A
5.0
(1)
Daycare/Preschool for children from ages two to five; incorporating our Catholic faith into the curriculum.
5.0
"The way all the teacher and sisters takes care of all the kids is amazing."
Haimanot B
5.0
(2)
-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
5.0
"Serkalem is an amazing babysitter. She took care of my daughter for 2 years now. I can always depend on her especially when school is out or when I have an emergency at work. She also teaches my daughter values and helps her with school work. In general she is a...
Abeba W
5.0
(4)
As a childcare provider and former teacher, I understand just how important the first five years are of a child's life. At Laila's Childcare Services, an in-home, high-quality childcare program, your child will spend his or her day in a loving, nurturing, and learning environment, sharing...
5.0
"I have two daughters (2 years and almost 3 years old), in Laila's Childcare. I am very satisfied, because of healthy and safe nurturing environment.
Furthermore, Mrs. Laila is very caring, well-educated, well trained and well experienced, also. The children...
Mohamed A
5.0
(11)
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,...
5.0
"Rubina patiently shepherded this first-time mom through infant care, from my first drop-off at four months to the day we moved out of state, when my child was 26 months. It is a caring, nurturing, and safe environment. My child received individual attention, and...
Molly R
4.7
(26)
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...
5.0
"Our sons went to Miss Kashi's from the time they were babies until they went to preschool. As infants, they were always happy and healthy. When they went to preschool, we were so sad to say goodbye! But, Miss Kashi prepared them well. They had the knowledge, social...
Jennifer
5.0
(3)
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...
5.0
"Kids 1st care Daycare was such a wonderful experience for my son and I. Begum watching my son, Jordan six weeks after he was born and became a part of her daycare family until he was 3 and we relocated out of state. Jordan is now 7 years old and still remembers Ms,...
Maya
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
"Our daughter has been going to Surisa's daycare for about 3 months now, and we have been so happy with the love and attention she has received! Surisa is extremely patient, calm, and gentle. She has helped our daughter grow in so many ways! We credit her and her...
Christina K
5.0
(12)
We are an in-home day care. We take care of children from 3 weeks to 12 years. We offer full time, part time and before/after school. We provide a fun, educational and interactive environment that kids can love. We are a small daycare (4 children maximum) that allows for individualized attention,...
5.0
"We were so blessed to find Tamana. She provided the perfect environment for our baby. She really interacts with the babies and show them lots of attention, not only did I notice that our baby was developing better social skills while being in her care but others...
Norma G
4.4
(13)
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...
5.0
"My two-year old son has been going to The Kingdom of Children LLC for over an year and absolutely loves it! Besides providing excellent care for meals and play time the one thing that has impressed me the most is the range of activities the kids are involved in....
Joseph R
5.0
(3)
Feathers Bilingual Academy, a full-time Spanish Immersion Center with an integrated curriculum, available for children ages sixteen months to five years old.
5.0
"Feathers is amazing! I couldn't ask for a better place to send my son. The staff is truly exceptional. They are very professional, well-trained, and caring. They really promote a safe, welcoming environment. I highly recommend them!"
Virginia
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
"My son has has been attending Goddard for the past year, and I can tell you we all are happy with the school and glad to see how much he has grown and learnt. We love all of his teachers and enjoy seeing how every staff member knows him by name and treat him with...
Patricia
Luca's Rainbow Bilingual DayCare Center
6335 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria, VA
Starting at $250/wk
5.0
(1)
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
5.0
"Excelente programa en inglés y español además de una ubicación perfecta con unos precios súper buenos!!!"
Luis R
5.0
(1)
Our center is open from 6:30am every morning Monday - Friday.
A healthy breakfast is served daily at 7:00 am.
The morning program includes music and movement activities inspired by the ORFF Schulwerk approach and time slots dedicated to reading.
In our after school program, three fun,...
5.0
"My five-year old son has been going to The Red Wagon for over an year and absolutely loves it! Besides providing excellent care for meals and play time the one thing that has impressed me the most is the range of activities the kids are involved in. From painting...
Nilpa P
5.0
(3)
The Hopkins House Preschool Academy is a true "school." Our focus, in addition to offering a safe-haven for the children, is educating and preparing them for exceptional achievement in kindergarten and beyond.
At the Hopkins House Preschool Academy, we value families and the central role they play...
5.0
"McNeil Preschool has been like a second family to my daughter and I. She has been there since she was 6 weeks old and I have seen her progress tremendously. Now that she is almost four years old she is able to count in English and Spanish, write her ABCs in upper...
Katrina M
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
"Both of my daughters (currently ages 5 and 2) attend GBELC and have since they were 15 months and 9 months old, respectively. We are so impressed with the care they have received in their time there, especially since Ms. Cortinzia, the Center's director, came on...
Gillian M
3.0
(2)
Located in Alexandria, Virginia, Discovery Time Learning Center LLC aims to provide children with a high-quality early childhood education. It strives to develop children's developmental skills. The Center offers a full-day and a half-day early childhood programs, early childhood flex care options,...
5.0
"Worst daycare ever, dirty, Director is unprofessional, staff aren't nice, the place stinks, the director office was unkept"
Rachel T
5.0
(2)
Fort Hunt Preschool located in Alexandria VA is a childcare center that offers a safe and nurturing environment for children. It provides play-based activities that foster mental, emotional, social, and physical development among children. The center encourages children to self-explore and learn at...
5.0
"Both of my sons have attended Fort Hunt Preschool, and we've had a very positive experience. My kids absolutely love the large playground with a shaded sandbox, a mud kitchen, two play boats, a traditional play structure, and lots of bushes to play and hide in....
Yael
5.0
(1)
My name is Lynnette and I run Koala Kids Daycare, I am a state licensed childcare provider who is certified in CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administraion Training. I also have completed CPS and criminal background checks.
I have been a social worker for the past 18 years and have experience...
5.0
"Ms. Lynnette's Koala Kids Daycare is absolutely wonderful. We enrolled our infant son with KKD for a few months before a military move and could not have been happier with the quality care he received. Ms. Lynnette is so kind, compassionate, and genuinely cares for...
Brooks F
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Alexandria, VA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me 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.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Alexandria, VA?
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.
How can I find a preschool near me 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.
Ratings for Alexandria, VA preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Preschools in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 150 reviews of the 98 listed preschools.