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Recent family daycare reviews in Alexandria, VA
Celestial Child Care
5.0
We are currently on our third and last child attending Celestial. We love the fact that it’s a family owned business where our children have been comfortable and flourished. We highly recommend this daycare.
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The Kingdom Of Children Llc
5.0
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 up to the door every morning smiling and seems genuinely happy to see everyone. Both my kids are thriving and hitting their milestones.
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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 B.
Saj's Family Home Daycare Service
5.0
Saj is the sweetest, most loving, and attentive care giver we could ever imagine for our daughter! I couldn't imagine our daughter ever being watched by anyone else. Our daughter has a medical condition that requires close monitoring when it comes to her meals. Saj makes special meals for her and...
- Krista C.
Happy Face
5.0
This daycare is the best thing that ever happened to my wife and I. We first brought our daughter here when she was 6 months old and she stayed until she went to pre-K this year. Wahida is the most caring, professional and dedicated caregiver you could ask for. She became a part of our family and we...
- William S.
Family daycares in Alexandria, VA
5.0
(5)
Celestial Child Care is a family daycare that offers care for children between the ages of 11 months-3 1/2yo. We are full time only, play-based and bilingual. (English/ Spanish). Recess and free play make up the majority of the day and include a variety of toys, dramatic play materials and a large...
5.0
"Ms. Karla has taken care all 3 of my kids over the years. She is reliable and caring and the kids are well taken care of. They provide structured/fun learning and healthy meals. My youngest is already counting and knows her numbers, and shapes. My kids were always...
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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...
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Celestial Child Care
4805 Seminole Avenue, Alexandria, VA
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
"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...
Kristin B.
Saj's Family Home Daycare Service
5304 Tessie Terrace, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(3)
Certified from Fairfax county Office For Children
First aid, CPR and other Professional trainings recommended by Fairfax county OFC. approved subsidy vendor from VA and FairFax county
I offer pet free, smoke free and safe environment for kids. Also USDA food program available. Have seven years of...
5.0
"Fantastic caregiver! Saj has been EXTREMELY accommodating with our almost-2-year old and our 8 year old daughters. They both absolutely love going to day care, and Saj made the transition for the kids simple from the beginning. This military family couldn't give...
Robert B.
Happy Face
6230 Summit Point Court, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(7)
I am Wahida, a positive energetic and a mother of 3 girls. I am a home daycare provider for last past 21 years with CPR and first aid certified . I have home daycare permit through Fairfax county of Virginia, I love children and have experience working successfully with all ages. I have a bright...
5.0
"Wahida cared for my daughter in 2019 from 6 to 12 months and was an absolutely wonderful caregiver. She is positive, warm, and responsive, and it was a joy to see my daughter thrive in the early months of her life. My daughter always had a huge smile when I...
Rosina S.
Daffodils Child Care
7814 Seth Hampton Dr, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(21)
My Name is Muna Barkhadle
Leaving your young infant with someone you don't know can be a difficult and nerve-racking decision to make.
As more children enter child-care in the early, tender years of infancy, the continuity of care between home and
outside care is very important for the young child....
5.0
"My daughter has been attending for the past four months and she has learned so much since going here. The facility is nice, and Mrs. Muna and Eman are awesome! I'll recommend anyone in need of a daycare for their child."
Cindy
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
"The reason why I chose an At Home DayCare Provider for my daughter was because I wanted her to be given the same care I would have given her had I chosen to stay at home as opposed to continuing my career. When I first interviewed Nasrin, I could just tell that my...
Eleatrice C.
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
"Wow, where to start about Mrs. Eva! After putting off searching for a daycare provider for weeks and weeks because we were so hesitant about putting our 3 month old in a chain daycare facility or in someone's home we didn't know, we luckily came across Mrs. Eva at...
Kim L.
Roxana's Child Care
6102 Brookland Road, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(4)
Hello parents, my name is Roxana I am an experienced childcare provider with more than 17 years of experience in this business. I have a true passion for nurturing and taking care of children. My main focuses are to make sure that the children are happy, safe, and well fed.
I am a state Licensed...
5.0
"We've been using Roxana's Child Care for almost 2 years and I know my son is getting exceptional care and love. He loves getting out of the car for 'play club' which makes it so easy to be comfortable leaving him all day. She's made these first time parents lives...
Elizabeth V.
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.
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
"I've had the pleasure of having my two children in the care of Lessiane "Lecy" Gonclaves since she went into business for herself back in 2017. After seeing some other home daycares, I felt sick to my stomach as they were not well-maintained or safe looking....
Lisa T.
I Excellent Care
2351 Eisenhower Ave Apt 504, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(1)
In home care for babies and children.
I have more than 8 years of experience with excellent care service for babies and children, boys and girls, understand their needs, including Feeding, Playing, Teaching, Bathing and Bedding.
I love so much to raise and take care of early age toddlers and kids...
5.0
"One of the best places you can depend on, Afaf is a professional nanny her availability and experience makes her the best to fulfil everyone needs.
Above and beyond expectations!"
Afaf R.
Surisa's Loving Home Daycare
6251 Marcy Court, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(25)
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 experience with Surisa has been great! Our son is happy and excited to go to daycare during the week. I know that he is loved and well taken care of here! Surisa is great about keeping us informed about what's going on with our child, what his routine is like,...
Care member
My 1st Choice Family Childcare.
2404 Belle Haven Meadows Ct., Alexandria, VA
5.0
(20)
Special place for your child. Safe and healthy environment. Healthy meals and snacks. VA state license. CPR, First Aid and MAT (medication administration Training) certified. 16 years' experience working with kids.
Hours of operations: Mon- Fri. 8:00 am to 5:30 pm.
Other times and weekends...
5.0
"Our 2 year old daughter has been enrolled with My 1st Choice Family Daycare since she was 4 months old. After challenging experiences with finding trustworthy care, we quickly felt reassured and at peace when we met with Ms. Farrah and saw how our daughter took to...
Care member
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
Haimi's Home Child Care
6060 Joust Ln, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(1)
I have over 8 years of experience in providing a licensed family child care and I am a member of NAEYC. My passion is childcare and that reflects in the emphasis I place in our home by providing a clean, caring, and safe environment.
5.0
"We could not be happier with our experience at this in-home daycare, which has been caring for our 20-month-old daughter, N., for the past 14 months. From the very beginning, this has been the happiest, warmest place we could hope for. Every morning, N. is eager to...
Care member
Kool Kidz Childcare
7417 Northrop Rd., Alexandria, VA
5.0
(1)
Hello my name is Basima. I have been providing daycare from my home for 5 years and counting. I have 18 years experience working with children.
I provide a beautiful home like setting for the kids. The rooms are bright and cheerful and very welcoming for all ages. I have all age appropriate toys...
5.0
"My son attended Kool Kidz Childcare for three years. Though we originally hired a childcare service for our son, we now consider Bassy and her family to be part of our family.
In the early days of the childcare, Bassy ran her business out of a smaller place and...
Ian G
Lily Day Care
7137 Rock Ridge Ln Apt L, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(3)
Lily Home based Childcare's mission is to provide top level home child care. I exist to attract and maintain customers. When I adhere to this maxim, everything else will fall into place. Combined with more than 10 years of child care experience in extended day and home day care environment, my...
5.0
"It s incredibly difficult to find a child care provider that you ll trust with your most special gift, your baby. We feel extraordinarily lucky to have found Mrs. Sarah to care for our one year old son. She s an absolute angel and cares for our son much like he was...
Kristen S.
Brianna's Home Daycare
7829 Gum Springs Village Dr, Alexandria, VA
3.7
(3)
The provider is:
-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...
5.0
"I have no idea what the content below is talking about! That sounds like the COMPLETE opposite of the experience my family has encountered with Brianna and our children were with her AT THE SAME TIME! The comment about her not being certified is absolute crazy to...
Nicole B
Just Kids Childcare 24/7
14 Taney Ave, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(2)
Hello, my name is Sharae. I'm a Professional Childcare Provider. I'm the Owner of Justkidschildcare247. I'm a Family Child Care Home Provider. I have over 8 years' experience in working with all age groups. I'm CPR and First Aid Certified, Mat Certified, I have multiple certificates in different...
5.0
"Dependable safe very calm and relaxing environment I would recommend this company to anybody looking for reliable care for your children."
Sharaee K.
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Alexandria, VA
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Alexandria, VA?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Alexandria, VA, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.
How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Alexandria, VA is right for my family?
When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Alexandria, VA, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.
What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Alexandria, VA?
When choosing family daycare near you in Alexandria, VA, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.
Ratings for Alexandria, VA family daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Family Daycares in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 155 reviews of the 130 listed family daycares.