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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!
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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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Morning Star Family Childcare
5.0
Our kiddo was here daily from 5mos old to 2.5y (when she aged up to a bigger place). She was always well cared for, learned a LOT, loved going, and made friends. We so appreciate Ms R’s and her staff’s loving support. Whenever we needed a little more info, all we had to do was ask.
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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.
The Goddard School of Alexandria
5.0
Ms Michelle is fantastic! She knows the families inside and out and loves every child in her classroom!
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Preschools in Alexandria, VA
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
"Our daughter has been there since she was an infant, and Lily Pad has always been great. The staff is friendly, she learns so much there, and the administration is very responsive to questions or issues. They are also flexible with payment methods and schedules!"
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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
"My son has been attending this daycare for a few months now. Initially, I was very nervous for him to start daycare, at such a young age, 4 months. Fortunately, I can confidently say we made the right choice taking him to Mrs. Maria. I drop him off every morning...
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Morning Star Family Childcare
8616 Lombardy Lane, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(12)
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
"Our kiddo was here daily from 5mos old to 2.5y (when she aged up to a bigger place). She was always well cared for, learned a LOT, loved going, and made friends. We so appreciate Ms R’s and her staff’s loving support. Whenever we needed a little more info, all...
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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
"Ms. Karla is wonderful! I was super nervous to have my daughter start daycare and she was such a great help in supporting the transition. She provides all of the essentials and it is a clean/organized space. She also has a great play area! With COVID, she is only...
Courtney J.
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! "
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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.
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.
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 was a bit skeptical choosing this daycare based off of the one bad review. I was referred to Brianna by one of my coworkers who Brianna was a part time nanny for. I was told nothing but great things. But of course that one bad review as a mom made me want to go...
Sarah C
Great Beginnings Early Learning Center, LLC
618 N Washington St, Alexandria, VA
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
"Our son attended GBELC part-time as an infant for about 9 months before we moved out of the area. We were always confident he was well-cared for. We were also confident in the COVID protocols that were taken, which helped keep him safe and healthy the whole time he...
Elizabeth M.
Gisela's ABC Fun Daycare
8626 Village Square Dr., Alexandria, VA
5.0
(1)
At my home daycare I plan fun and learning activities. We go out for walks, educational field trips, arts and crafts, reading, singing, dancing and playing. We learn the alphabet, numbers, colors and shapes. I'm enrolled in a school readiness initiative using the portage program. This curriculum...
5.0
"Gisela is an excellent caregiver for my toddler son! She helps him learn his letters, numbers, shapes, colors, and general vocabulary along with proper behavior. His ability to communicate has improved so much since attending her home daycare, and he is not even...
Lindsey V.
Mount Vernon Lee Child Development Center
3434 Campbell Dr, Alexandria, VA
5.0
(1)
Mount Vernon Lee Child Development Center is a learning community dedicated to quality child care for children 2 years and 6 months to 8 years and 11 months of age. Their facility operates on regular days and is licensed by the state of Virginia to care for up to 75 children at a time.
5.0
"Awesome Child Care Center. My child who is 4 years old assists to this wonderful place since he was 2 1/2 years old. The director, Teachers, and staff are unique; and their program is the best. However, I am very disappointed that they will terra0684be closing by...
Maria T
Discovery Time Learning Center, LLC
1509c Leslie Ave, Alexandria, VA
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
Fort Hunt Preschool
1909 Windmill Ln, Alexandria, VA
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
"Fort Hunt Preschool is a magical school, with engaged and knowledgeable teachers who take the time to know your child. We have been so happy there and can't say enough good things. A cooperative is an amazing opportunity to be a part of your child's education. We...
Marni G.
Northeast Stars Montessori Alexandria
697 N. Washington Street, ALEXANDRIA, VA
Northeast Stars Montessori (part of the STARS Montessori Group) is distinct in being professionally run preschool with an eye to individualized attention in a warm friendly setting. Our beautiful large Montessori classroom(s) feature the smallest amount of preschool students while still having the...
1055 - Childtime of Alexandria
2272 Huntington Avenue, ALEXANDRIA, VA
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...
Chesterbrook Academy Alexandria
6200 Interparcel Rd, ALEXANDRIA, VA
Join us for our January Open House events beginning Thursday, January 9th 2025! Come see our classrooms in action on January 9th from 9:30 AM-11:00 AM, enjoy a cozy story time, winter crafts, and S’mores later that night from 6:00 PM-7:30 PM, or visit our Weekend Walkthrough happening Saturday,...
BRIGHT MIND PRESCHOOL
322 N ALFRED ST, ALEXANDRIA, VA
Bright Mind Preschool is committed to educating all children in a safe and loving environment and to enrich their lives academically and create a desire for learning. It is our goal at Bright Mind Preschool to prepare children academically, socially, emotionally, and physically for kindergarten....
Guidepost Montessori at West Alex
3475 N. Beauregard Street, Suite 301, ALEXANDRIA, VA
At Guidepost Montessori, we design childcare and education programs to empower independence.
From toilet independence as a toddler, to building a solid foundation in literacy and math as a preschooler, to deepening knowledge and building time management skills in elementary—we provide...
Celebree School of Alexandria
2450 Mill Road, ALEXANDRIA, VA
Celebree School of Alexandria
We are a community of educators who are passionate about toddler daycare, infant child care, preschool programs, and child education programs.
Together with family members we have created a community like no other; a safe place for children to land while they’re...
Music and cultures of the world, the best educational resources, and a Montessori inspired learning environment. Rock and Roll Daycare is a dynamic, music-based Montessori Childcare Program, serving infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children. We pride ourselves in continuous innovation, research...
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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 Rating4.2 / 5
Preschools in Alexandria, VA are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 106 reviews of the 136 listed preschools.