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Bright Beginnings Home Daycare
5.0
Farjana starting taking care of my son when he was 11 weeks old and since he was born 7 week premature he needed extra care and attention. It has been so nice knowing that he's in such a great loving and caring environment and we're really appreciated Farjana taking care of him. He's now 15 months...
- Natalie
Infants & Toddlers' World Child Care
5.0
Miss Gloria and her staff are the best! My son has been going there since he was 6 months and is always joyful going into the daycare. They provide the kids with a loving environment to grow, learn, play and make friends.
- Habeba S.
Bright Morning Star
5.0
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 great care of them since they were babies. My kids love to go to Bright Morning Star
- Karina
My Little Turtles Home Daycare
5.0
We found Ms. Lecy during the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, when the world of lockdowns and limitations was beginning to reopen. It was a difficult period that I hope will never be repeated. The beginning of our son's daycare journey at My Little Turtles was needed bright spot. Ms. Lecy and her...
- Care member
Claudia's Daycare
5.0
Claudia is amazing! She watched my son at her apartment once a week and we loved her! She is the sweetest person, great for children, and her apartment is PERFECT! It is so organized and really, she made it a bright, fun kid's space. I was really apprehensive about having my baby, who was less than...
- Claudia A.
Drop-in daycares in Merrifield, VA
Bright Beginnings Home Daycare
5614 7th Pl S, Arlington, VA
5.0
(2)
I am currently holding a home day care permit by Arlington County. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. No pets, non-smoking environment and alcohol-free. Thank you and I hope to hear from you soon.
5.0
"Farjana starting taking care of my son when he was 11 weeks old and since he was born 7 week premature he needed extra care and attention. It has been so nice knowing that he's in such a great loving and caring environment and we're really appreciated Farjana...
Natalie
Infants & Toddlers' World Child Care
8315 Cottage St., Vienna, VA
5.0
(2)
Specialized in infants and toddlers care providing love, nurturing and safety with a learning and discovery environment and proper activities for their ages, encouraging their creativity and learning experience with parents' participation like social-emotional activities, physical, language...
5.0
"You won't find a better in-home daycare in Vienna than Infant and Toddler's World. My son has been going to Ms. Gloria's since he was four months old. In addition to the quality of care, Infants & Toddlers World is an incredibly nurturing environment and my family...
Zack C.
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...
5.0
"Very good child care ,my daughter went here from when she was 3 months old up tell she turned 4.They provide a very safe and fun child care environment for the children . And have proven their reliability throughout the years. Always making the kids feel at home...
Alesha
My Little Turtles Home Daycare
5005 Greenhaven Place, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(11)
My Little Turtles home daycare ( 571-494-6304) in Rose Hill, 22310 is State Licensed.
My name is Lecy. I am original from Brazil and loving mother of two.
I have worked with children for more than 15 years.
I love children and the challenges of guiding them. Arts and crafts, their hygiene, food...
5.0
"We found Ms. Lecy during the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, when the world of lockdowns and limitations was beginning to reopen. It was a difficult period that I hope will never be repeated. The beginning of our son's daycare journey at My Little Turtles was...
Care member
Claudia's Daycare
12014 Waterside View Drive, Reston, VA
5.0
(1)
Hello! Thanks for your interest.
I have worked with children of all ages for over 20 years and have loved every minute. I currently have an at-home daycare in Reston where I work with several children throughout the week.
How it works:
Although my daycare is at my apartment, I'm not your average...
5.0
"Claudia is amazing! She watched my son at her apartment once a week and we loved her! She is the sweetest person, great for children, and her apartment is PERFECT! It is so organized and really, she made it a bright, fun kid's space. I was really apprehensive about...
Claudia A.
Aunt Molly's Playcare
5901 4th St North, Arlington, VA
5.0
(3)
Aunt Molly's is a dynamic home daycare run by a social worker and now adding an elementary teacher. We have over thirty years of experience working with kids and families. We are in a large, single family home right on Bluemont Park with two large, sunny playrooms, separate nap room, a deck,...
5.0
"We LOVE Aunt Molly's Playcare! Our daughter attended her daycare and now our son is there. Molly's house is like our kids second home, she loves our kids like her own. The kids are always outside playing and learning through sensory play. She provides healthy...
Sarah P.
Sunita's Home Child Care
9444 Canonbury SQ, Fairfax, VA
5.0
(15)
Hello!
My name is Sunita and I am a CPR and First Aid certified family child care provider. I am licensed by Fairfax County and have 13 years of experience doing childcare as a profession. I have taken numerous courses and training in child care and am very passionate and loving with what I do....
5.0
"We have been using Sunita as our daycare provider for the past 2.5 years. Our daughter was just 11 weeks old when she started at Sunita's. As a new mom, I was extremely nervous and apprehensive, leaving my daughter with a stranger. Sunita made me feel so at ease...
Courtney
The Little Home Daycare
6007 Southward Way, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(1)
The Little Home Daycare is a state licensed home daycare located in the heart of Kingstowne, VA. With over 15 years of experience, we provide care and education for children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years (infants to kindergarten). Our program provides loving, age-appropriate, safe, and creative learning...
5.0
"Outstanding, professional, patient and kind child care with flexibility and support for working parents. My daughter started at 2 months old and stayed through pre-Kindergarten. Plenty of social, educational, and fun activities for all ages!"
Catherine C
Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare
2809 Winchester Way, Falls Church, VA
5.0
(7)
*More than 15 years experience with childcare. Professionally trained child caregivers specializing on infants and toddlers. CPR, AR, AED, First aid & MAT Certified.
*State Licensed & Annual Fire Safety Inspection approved facility.
*We provide home cooked meals and snacks.
*Separate napping room...
5.0
"As an anxious parent sending her kid to daycare for the first time I had visited and interviewed dozens of daycares and immediately knew this place was right for our child!
Joy got on the floor with our son and played with him as she answered the 100's of...
Victoria T.
Laugh N' Learn
5738 Crownleigh Ct., Burke, VA
5.0
(2)
Welcome to Laugh N' Learn Academy!
Located in Burke, Virginia.
Laugh N' Learn Academy is a high quality accredited program that offers a safe nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she deserves. Our ratio of children to adults is always within state...
5.0
"We first met Larisa when she filled in for our usual daycare provider who had to leave the country for a month. As any parents would be, we were nervous about taking our, then 11-month old, daughter to someone new. However, from day 1, Larisa did an amazing job in...
Kai B.
Jubilant Tots Inhome Daycare
8113 Carrick Ln, Springfield, VA
5.0
(1)
Jubilant Tots is a county permitted small home-based care. The Philosophy of JT is play base, where kids learn through play, for stronger foundation. Children spend time going indoor/outdoors to parks and trails, playgrounds; painting, coloring, role-playing, crafting, play doh, sand and water play...
5.0
"My baby boy started going to Jubilant Tots full-time when he was 7 months old, and has been going part-time since my mom helped babysit him. Shringar was great and my baby thrived in her daycare. She always made sure that my baby was well-fed, clean, and had...
Vida A
"let's Be Friends " Daycare
2725 Woodley PL, Falls Church, VA
5.0
(10)
I am a provider for Fairfax County and I have a permit; I have a clean criminal record background check. I am certified in CPR and First Aid; I specialize in newborn infants and toddlers. I participate in training classes in Fairfax County to specialize in my job; I have 15 years of experience in...
5.0
"We have sent both of our children to Maria and Chelsea, and been absolutely thrilled with the level of care that they receive. We only recently moved our older (3.5 years) old to preschool; so she spent over three years full-time with Maria and Chelsea. We have...
Care member
The Kingdom Of Children Llc
118 N French St, Alexandria, VA
4.6
(22)
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
"Maria and her team are fantastic caregivers. Our daughter was with them from 5 months until 18 months when we moved out of state. We were so sad to leave Kingdom of Children! Our daughter loved going into daycare each day, and we could tell that she was getting...
Care member
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
"Thank you for caring for my little girl, we were referred to Roina by a friend who took her kids to Roina's from newborn until they started kindergarten. My daughter loves at Roina's fresh home cooked meals and tons of activities, always clean environment with...
Roina M.
Brandi's Childcare
1635 Wrightson Dr., McLean, VA
5.0
(2)
Hello families, my name is Brandi Smith, I m a licensed in-home childcare provider in McLean Va. with over 16 years of experience. My program is a small setting with a 1 to 6 ratio. I believe some children thrive in small setting and am happy to provide this for my families. I enjoy helping...
5.0
"Brandi cared for my daughter for the past two years and it could not have been a better experience for her. My daughter had a difficult time transitioning to daycare, but Brandi was so patient and supportive. Eventually, my little one came out of her shell and...
Andrea P.
Ms Delia's Day Care And Preschool
3249 Jermantown Rd, Fairfax, VA
5.0
(1)
Former FCPS teacher with 35 years' experience in early childhood education will provide child care in a loving environment. The daycare curriculum reflects that each child is unique with special interests, abilities and feelings.
Bilingual curriculum.
5.0
"Ms Delia's Daycare is a wonderful place. I was nervous sending my son to an "in home" daycare that he wouldn't learn anything but I was wrong! My son learns and grows everyday. Delia is a loving and caring woman who truly cares about the children she looks after. I...
Danielle S.
Paradise Day Care
1405 S. Buchanan St., Arlington, VA
5.0
(1)
Paradise Day Care takes pride in providing a loving and enjoyable place for your child throughout the week. Located right off of S George Mason Dr and just minutes away from I-395, this day care is spacious yet cozy and is owned by Marina who has over 20 years of experience in caring for...
5.0
"We loved how Ms Marina provided such motherly love for our daughter who she cared for since she was 3 months old! She was very attentive to her safety and wellbeing and our daughter loved her. I highly recommend Ms Marina as a valuable caregiver for your baby"
Andrew W.
Eva's Loving Daycare
6310 Dunman Way, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(4)
My name is Eva, I am a provider I have been serving families , I am also a Mother of three. My oldest is 34 yrs, second 31yrs, last one 21 yrs. I've been in child care business for over 20years. Before I became a provider, I was a Nanny for over 12 half years. I have always loved children. Over the...
5.0
"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 the kids active, taking them to playgrounds, out for walks, and sometimes even on special field trips to the...
Dana S.
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.
Building Blocks Family Child Care
6076 Joust Ln, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(1)
Sandra Scruggs Owner/ Provider of Building Blocks Family Child Care that offers safe professional home child care quality service for newborns, toddlers, preschoolers and school age children. Sixteen years of extensive experience working with children. Founder of Irene House --- a nonprofit...
5.0
"My twins started at 6 months old and are now 5 and heading to Kindergarten. They have strong social skills and are well prepared to start elementary school. They even know sight words up to 2nd grade level and can read! Thanks Building Blocks!"
Q C.
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FAQs for finding drop-in daycares near you in Merrifield, VA
What are the benefits of drop-in daycare near me in Merrifield, VA?
Drop-in daycare near you in Merrifield, VA can be a flexible and convenient solution for busy parents who need child care on an as-needed basis. This type of child care gives families the flexibility to drop their children off for just a few hours or for an entire day, depending on their individual needs. This kind of drop-in service can help to reduce stress associated with arranging more traditional, longer-term child care options.
What age ranges do drop-in daycares near me in Merrifield, VA accept?
Typically, drop-in daycares cater to children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, but daycares will vary depending on their facilities and requirements. When reaching out to drop-in daycares in Merrifield, VA, be sure to mention the age of your child or children and confirm they accept children in that range.
Do I need to make a reservation to use a drop-in daycare near me in Merrifield, VA?
While drop-in daycares in Merrifield, VA may require a short registration process and forms to be filled out, it is usually not necessary to make a reservation ahead of time for each visit. This convenience makes drop-in daycare an ideal option for those with unpredictable schedules or when babysitters aren't available due to illness or other unanticipated events. However, drop-in centers may fill up quickly during peak times, so it's always best to call ahead to ensure the needed availability.
What should I bring with me to a drop-in daycare near me in Merrifield, VA?
When preparing to drop your child off at drop-in daycare near you in Merrifield, VA, it is important to make sure that you are bringing all of the necessary items for a successful and enjoyable experience. Remember to bring any blankets or stuffed animals that may serve as a comfort item -- this may even include pacifiers or sippy cups if necessary. It is also important to remember snacks and drinks, so your child stays well fed throughout their stay. Don't forget essentials like diapers, wipes, and changes of clothing!