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Eva's Loving Daycare
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 zoo. She sends me pictures of my...
- Dana S.
Sunita's Home Child Care
5.0
As a first time mom, I was really nervous about leaving my baby when I had to go back to work. After a lot of searching and interviewing, we came across Sunita and we are so thankful we found her! She truly has a passion for taking care of children. Our daughter has flourished in her care and is...
- Crystal A.
Joyful Beginnings Home Daycare
5.0
We had an excellent experience sending our toddler to Joyful Beginnings. We were only in Falls Church briefly, and Joy was so helpful in accommodating our unusual request for a week of daycare. My son loved going each day and I can tell that he got to take part in so many fun activities. And somehow...
- Margaret L.
Jubilant Tots Inhome Daycare
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 one-on-one socialization. She constantly...
- Vida A
Building Blocks Family Child Care
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.
Family daycares in Merrifield, VA
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 was wonderful. While I wasn't able to stay with her long due to moving away from the area, she was by far the best care provider I have had for my daughter (now almost 15 months). When I met with her I was extremely nervous after having had a few bad...
Megan M.
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
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
"Joyful Beginnings is the definition of an ideal daycare. My son has been going there since he was 9months. At the time, it was the hardest decision for us to put him into daycare, but it was and still is the best decision we have made. Joy & Anthony care for our...
Sierra W.
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
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.
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 took care of both of my children when they were 7 weeks old. She took care of my oldest until he was almost two and a half and he loved going to Mrs. Brandi's house each day. She provides a safe and loving environment for the children to go to everyday and...
Leslie H
Hello! My name is Harjinder Kaur, I am a professional child care provider with many years of experience. I have a bachelor’s degree and teaching experience. I’m certified in CPR, First Aid and MAT(Medication Administration Training). We are state licensed. My staff and I participate in the...
Ivonne's Daycare
12662 Magna Carta Rd, Herndon, VA
We are a home daycare located in Herndon, VA. Our mission is to deliver nurturing, individual care.
Your kids will be in a loving family environment, a home away from home! We are a small group.
-Excellent resources
-CPR and First Aid Certified
-Clean a non-smoking home
-Art and crafts, story...
Quality Child Care
2510 N CHAMBLISS ST, Alexandria, VA
Home Day Care is conveniently located less than 10 miles from Washington, DC in Alexandria, VA, near the Mark Center. Full-time and Part-time child care available with large fenced-in backyard/play area.
HIGHLIGHTS
* 30+ Years Experience
* Fairfax County License
* First Aid/CPR Certified
* Music,...
Founded in 2008, we offer a professional, secure, and fun childcare program with an overall environment filled with love, learning, and respect. We engage children in educational play, providing various experiences to enhance their social, emotional, and cognitive motor skills.
Dawa's Home Day Care
8801 Winding Hollow Way, Springfield, VA
Space available ASAP
Hello my name is Dawa, I have a Home day care in Springfield VA 22152. A Loving Home for Children to be Home away from home where they can learn, grow and have a happy family environment. We are located close by from West Springfield High School and Cardinal Forrest...
Kiddies Home Daycare
5801 Boothe Dr., Burke, VA
Kiddies Home Daycare is the Home away from home for your little ones.
We enroll children different ages. All our children are under 5 years old, to keep the groups interests similar.
We are a family-run unique home daycare where your child will enjoy an intimate family atmosphere and specialized...
K & K Family Day Home
7532 Lisle Avenue, Falls Church, VA
A loving home daycare specialized in care taking and educating children in teamwork, sharing, and learning. Nutritional foods are provided during meals and snacks.
With over 15 years of child care experience I offer a loving, hospitable, and learning environment for children.
Mommy Daddy Home Day Care
4820 West Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA
Hello, my name is Agnes, I have availability for my home-childcare located in (Alexandria VA) 22311
Along with being a general babysitter for long term care, as well as a date night sitter! I am a mother of 2 boys, 11 year old son who is currently living and studying abroad in Kenya Africa, and a...
Daya's Preschool And Home Daycare
4833 Carriagepark Rd, Fairfax, VA
Daya has been caring for babies and children in her home in Fairfax for more than eight years and is fully licensed to work with children from birth to age twelve.
Daya has availability for up to ten children and works with a skilled childcare assistant when she reaches a certain number of...
Elibunny Family Child Care
5916 South 5th Road, Arlington, VA
ELIBUNNY Family Child Care is a Quality program with full day care for 3 months to 5 years old children in a family home environment with love in care, we offer a infant classroom and a preschool class. it is very important that every child has a continue caregiver for the first 5 years of life to...
Lucia's Family Home Daycare
7603 Lisle Avenue, Falls Church, VA
My home daycare is extremely spacious and comfortable. I am a state licensed family day care provider for over 20 years.
Being a child care provider, it brings me joy seeing the children grow over the course of many years in my care. Seeing them hit their milestones is extremely rewarding and I...
Rock Spring Children's Center
10401 Fernwood Road, Bethesda, MD
Rock Spring Children's Center is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), child care organization with the mission of providing affordable, quality child care to families of the local community. It serves over 130 local families and employs over 30 dedicated and loving child care professionals. The Center meets its...
Surriya's Family Daycare
4518 Pinecrest Heights Drive, Annandale, VA
I Have child care permit from Fairfax county, I'm specialize in infant and toddler care and I have participate in the USDA Food Program, also I have certified in CPR and First Aid, I also have 14 years of experience working with young children's. Before and after school children are accepted. so...
Mighty Explorers Development Center
12011 Vale Road, Oakton, VA
Nice to meet you! My name is Nagla. I'm a mother of 7 adult children with 20+ years of professional Childcare experience and am the program coordinator at Mighty Explorers Development Center. I want to bring the love and care I gave to my children to the world by providing quality, affordable...
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FAQs for finding a family daycare near you in Merrifield, VA
What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Merrifield, VA?
When looking for a family daycare near you in Merrifield, 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 Merrifield, 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 Merrifield, 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 Merrifield, VA?
When choosing family daycare near you in Merrifield, 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.