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Recent child care center reviews in Merrifield, VA

Mother Goose Home Daycare

5.0

Our (first born) son is a "Covid baby" and had not been around many other kids, let alone been taken care of by someone outside of our family for his first 1.5 years. We could tell right away that Gigi and her team were professionals, and this was an extremely well-established daycare. The daycare...

- Audrey F.

Beloved Moments Family Home Daycare

5.0

This is hands down the best daycare in the business! As a Mother looking for a good daycare for my two sons all it caused me was anxiety. We looked at a lot of daycare facilities and when I walked in here I knew it was the place. Anna and Rosa are super friendly and the Daycare is always clean....

- Lacey F.

LILY PAD AT METRO PARK

5.0

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

- Care member

Shooting Stars Childcare LLC.

5.0

We absolutely love Shooting Stars! Our little boy loves going there each morning and he is learning so much, so quickly! We are so impressed with the things they teach them. They do such a great job with the children and we feel so lucky he is so loved and cared for by Elham and her mom!

- Sara C.

SPRINGFIELD ACADEMY

5.0

Springfield academy has some of the most caring teachers in the world. They feel like family to my children.

- Care member

Child care centers in Merrifield, VA

Sara's Kids

2759 Knollside Lane, Merrifield, VA

Sara's Kids Family Home Daycare! ****Hours**** Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Sara's Kids is designed to give children the love and care they need to enhance their developmental growth through learn and play for a brighter future. My name is Sara and I have over 18 years of experience in the...

5.0

(4)

Mother Goose Home Daycare is a family-owned and family-focused daycare provider that is conveniently located close to Fairfax County Pwy., Dulles Toll Rd. and Herndon/Monroe Bus Station. We concentrate on keeping the center family-oriented. Mother Goose believes that a strong family environment is...
5.0
"We took our daughter (first born) to Mother Goose when she was about 4 months old. Of course as first time parents we were nervous-we'd visited several daycares and there was always something that rubbed us the wrong way. But as soon as we walked into Gigi's...

Beatrice C


Beloved Moments Family Home Daycare

Beloved Moments Family Home Daycare

1838 Peabody Drive, Falls Church, VA

5.0

(5)

Welcome to Beloved Moments! Our home daycare has been a part of the family's lives for over 20 years. Our goal is to provide a place where children know they are accepted, loved, protected, and wanted. We want to help instill a strong sense of self-worth and purpose in every child. We make sure...
5.0
"This is hands down the best daycare in the business! As a Mother looking for a good daycare for my two sons all it caused me was anxiety. We looked at a lot of daycare facilities and when I walked in here I knew it was the place. Anna and Rosa are super friendly...

Lacey F.


LILY PAD AT METRO PARK

LILY PAD AT METRO PARK

6361 WALKER LN # C-110, ALEXANDRIA, VA

Starting at $1408/mo

5.0

(4)

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...
5.0
"The entire staff truly cares for the kids as they update you constantly with pictures and feedback on their day! "

Care member


Shooting Stars Childcare LLC.

Shooting Stars Childcare LLC.

5903 Onodaga Road, Bethesda, MD

4.3

(6)

We are a Limited Liability Company called Shooting Stars ChildCare, licensed by Office of Childcare, Maryland State Department of Education and bilingual (English/Persian) Small Family DayCare, we are in process of Accreditation by NAFCC and Maryland Excels Program. Our main objective is to support...
5.0
"We absolutely love Shooting Stars! Our little boy loves going there each morning and he is learning so much, so quickly! We are so impressed with the things they teach them. They do such a great job with the children and we feel so lucky he is so loved and cared...

Sara C.


SPRINGFIELD ACADEMY

SPRINGFIELD ACADEMY

5236 BACKLICK RD, SPRINGFIELD, VA

Starting at $1874/mo

5.0

(6)

Our private, non-denominational Christian school located in North Springfield, Virginia, provides an excellent learning environment for children who love to learn and are looking for a challenge. Springfield Academy has been owned and operated by the same Christian family since 1958. At Springfield...
5.0
"I put my son in there when he was young and I Put my granddaughter in there also.It’s a very good school for small children and they they teach Christian values"

Care member


Rubina Mirza Daycare

Rubina Mirza Daycare

6048 Clames Drive, Alexandria, VA

5.0

(4)

Hello There, Welcome to Rubina Mirza Daycare! My name is Rubina! Under our care, your child will have a second home where they feel warm, nourished, and cherished. We have story time with the children, and they are encouraged to draw and sing. Individual children's records are kept, including daily...
5.0
"Rubina has been taking care of our daughter since she was 3.5 months old (26 months now). Rubina and her family are very nurturing, and appears to give our daughter attention as needed. Our daughter responds well to the family, always smiling and talking to them....

Jenny A.


Glen Echo Family Day Care

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...
5.0
"We love Glen Echo Family Daycare!!! The indoor space is absolutely beautiful and incredibly clean. It is stocked with all kinds of toys and areas for play. The outdoors is also spacious and immaculately kept. But most importantly: the teachers are incredibly kind,...

Lara J.


Happy Kids Child Care

Happy Kids Child Care

4758 Tapestry Dr, Fairfax, VA

4.2

(5)

My name is Janaki and for the last 24 years I have been running a State Licensed Home Daycare for children here in our area. I have a passion for working with kids and educating them too. We have a friendly and educational environment here that allows children to play alongside kids their age and...
5.0
"Our experience with Happy Kids Child Care has been excellent. My children have been with Janaki for the past three years, starting as infants, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the care they’ve received. After touring nearly every daycare center in the area, I...

Care member


The Star Daycare

The Star Daycare

6460 Maplewood Drive, Falls Church, VA

4.8

(32)

The Star Daycare is a Fairfax County and Virginia-state licensed childcare center, organized by Mrs. Shahnaz Tariq, a professional childcare provider. Mrs. Tariq's goal is to provide a safe, nurturing, and loving home in which your child can successfully grow and develop. Due to popular demand,...
5.0
"Ms.Tariq and the team at Star daycare have been absolutely amazing to me and my son. From the day we started I could tell I was trusting my son to someone that cares for him as she would her own family. He has been nothing but happy and excited to return every day....

Skye


Holy Family Daycare

Holy Family Daycare

4500 Shoal Creek Court, Alexandria, VA

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 L.


Laura's Family Child Care Inc

Laura's Family Child Care Inc

7803 Braemar Way, Springfield, VA

5.0

(3)

Laura's Family Child Care, Inc. is an educational childcare provider licensed to accommodate up to twelve children in Springfield, Virginia. It is open Mondays through Fridays, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Laura's Family Child Care caters to infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children, providing...
5.0
"Ms. Laura has been taking care of my two children (now aged 18 months and 3 years) and we have been so pleased with the experience. Not only does Ms. Laura show them love and attention, but they have learned so much under her care (using a cup, practicing good...

Emily M.


Arlington Unitarian Cooperative Preschool

Arlington Unitarian Cooperative Preschool

4444 Arlington Blvd, Arlington, VA

5.0

(2)

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...
5.0
"My 3 little granddaughters all love attending this special school. We all love the emphasis on outdoor activities and cooperative play. Socializing is so critical for children, and all this has been well managed especially in this era of covid. I am thankful for...

Vicki


Orange Hunt Daycare

Orange Hunt Daycare

6877 Brian Michael CT., Springfield, VA

5.0

(11)

Orange Hunt area daycare openings are available! We are taking all necessary steps and measurements to ensure the highest care and safety for all children. For more pictures please check the facebook link on my profile. My name is Asma. My home daycare is licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia....
5.0
"Mrs Asma's daycare (Orange Hunt Daycare) was my sons home away from home. He received the best care from her. She's very kind and caring with the children in her care. She offers the children home cooked organic meals and snacks, wholesome food. Her daycare hours...

Nadia E.


The Goddard School of Alexandria

The Goddard School of Alexandria

1703 N Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA

4.9

(31)

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

Care member


My Baby Steps Academy

My Baby Steps Academy

7010 Little River Turnpike, Ste. 100, ANNANDALE, VA

Starting at $475/mo

5.0

(2)

At My Baby Steps Academy, we are dedicated to nurturing the earliest stages of our children's development and fostering their natural curiosity for learning. Our newly designed facility offers a warm and secure environment where children can explore freely, allowing their innovative minds to...
5.0
"They are the best! The way they treat children and parents is really great. They are amazing!"

Felitchina H.


Roinas' Home Daycare Center

Roinas' Home Daycare Center

7702 Tanner Robert Ct, Springfield, VA

3.7

(3)

Roina's Learning Center offers a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she needs. Roina's offers warm cooked meals, activities that include art's and craft's, painting, drawing, learning ABC's, 123's, shapes, colors, listening to music, dancing and...
5.0
"I took my son and the Love and care Roina has is wonderful. She is detailed, sends pictures and videos throughout the day from artwork to playing outside. It's a small group of kids and my son learned simple Farsi from Roina too! Highly recommend !"

Mariam M.


Little Dino Home Daycare

Little Dino Home Daycare

7827 Thor Drive, Annandale, VA

5.0

(2)

License Family Home Day Care, loving and caring providers, 26 years of experience, we have ongoing training to bring the best to your child education, family environment, planned activities, educational program, A safe and loving environment, Your child will have the opportunity to be ready for...
5.0
"I had my 3 kids with her, she is caring and dedicated, my kids love her, they call her nana!! Mrs. Wilson"

Maria L.


Gardizi Home Childcare

Gardizi Home Childcare

6720 Dorothy Giles Ct, Alexandria, VA

4.4

(7)

Hello, my name is Nasrin Gardizi and I have had over 17 years of experience with home child care and also with raising my own two boys. I love children and am extremely passionate about my career! I have worked as a child care provider for Infant Toddler Family Day Care for over 10 years and have...
5.0
"We have been leaving our son with Nasrin Gardizi (Naz) since he was 3 months old. She is caring, experienced, attentive, accommodating, friendly, and an all around wonderful caregiver. Her house is super clean and her rates are very reasonable. We highly recommend...

Lindsey B.


Home Away From Home Daycare

Home Away From Home Daycare

5329 Summit Dr, Fairfax, VA

5.0

(2)

As apart of our grand opening, you will get your first two weeks free! Our Home Daycare is a very sweet and fun center for children from 3 months- 5 years to learn, play, grow, and much more! We have a 2,400 square feet space comfortable enough for your child to feel safe and at-home. We also have a...
5.0
"My 3 year old daughter currently goes to Ms. Afrouz's daycare, it has been a wonderful experience. This was my daughter's first true experience with daycare, it was a very smooth transition due to Ms. Afrouz's patience and warm disposition. She has a huge,...

Kara S.


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