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Laurinda's Mini-Preschool & Daycare
5.0
My toddler has attended Laurinda's Mini-Preschool and Daycare for the past year. Laurinda is an experienced, warm, and smart caregiver. My child adores Laurinda - he talks about her often and is always excited to go to daycare.
This in-home daycare provides structure and a curriculum that are...
- Megan O.
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
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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Laura's Family Child Care Inc
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 manners, sharing toys, etc). I could...
- Emily M.
SPRINGFIELD ACADEMY
5.0
Springfield academy has some of the most caring teachers in the world. They feel like family to my children.
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Preschools 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...
Karlyn's Little Blessings Home Daycare (State Licensed)
8851 Creekside Way, Springfield, VA
5.0
(1)
State Licensed,
MAT Certified,
CPR/First Aid Certified,
USDA Food Program Approved,
10 plus years experience.
*Before/After Care, Full/Part-Time care, Preschool/Toddler Care, before and after school care.
*Preschool curriculum.
* Loving family day home with emphasis on individualized care for...
Laurinda's Mini-Preschool & Daycare
8235 Woodstown Ct, Springfield, VA
5.0
(3)
Laurinda's Mini-Preschool is a Family Home Childcare where children play happy and grow at their own pace. Their days are filled with a variety of activities that stimulate their curiosity, creativity and the desire of learning. They have many opportunities to explore their environment as well. the...
5.0
"My toddler has attended Laurinda's Mini-Preschool and Daycare for the past year. Laurinda is an experienced, warm, and smart caregiver. My child adores Laurinda - he talks about her often and is always excited to go to daycare.
This in-home daycare provides...
Megan O.
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 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
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.
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
"Springfield academy has some of the most caring teachers in the world. They feel like family to my children."
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Teddy Sweet Home Daycare (burke, Lorton, Fairfax)
6301 Travilah Ct, Fairfax Station, VA
5.0
(24)
Hi,
my name is Salma and I am a mother of two children. I have been a provider since 2004 with my own daycare since 2007. I am a responsible, patient, caregiving, understanding person, and so is my lovely assistant.
My hours are devoted to your children from 7am-6pm from Mondays-Fridays. I...
5.0
"This is an exceptional daycare. Salma and Gabby provide a safe, loving and educational environment for my toddler. As a 'covid baby' my little one had no outside contact with other children. It is remarkable how she has opened up and is now singing and dancing with...
Shannon S
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.
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 2 and 4 year olds are enjoying their second year at AUCP. It's been such a wonderful experience for the whole family. I feel like we have found a preschool with the unique nature focused, play based curriculum where my kids get to be kids, get lots of fresh air,...
Elizabeth B.
Infant Toddler Family Day Care
11166 Fairfax Blvd, Fairfax, VA
4.3
(17)
Looking for Quality Child Care?
Infant Toddler Family day Care (ITFDC) is a network of professional child care educators with a commitment to the principle that learning begins at birth. We support the emotional, social and intellectual development of infants, toddlers, preschoolers and...
5.0
"We had a wonderful experience with Infant Toddler. Belqis is truly amazing. She loved our son, cooked him wonderful meals, and every day, Harrison would run to her door. I would recommend her whole heartedly."
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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
"My kids have attended this daycare for 3 years, since summer 2021. Our experience has been exceptional! Janaki and her team of teachers provide a loving, supportive, and educational environment. Most importantly, they have truly cared for our kids like their own...
Care member
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
"My daughter was almost 6 months old when we first decided to send her to the daycare. We were very anxious because it was the first time we were giving her care responsibility to someone other than her family. To our surprise it took only a week for her to be...
Ashley S.
5.0
(6)
WELCOME TO MY FAMILY DAY HOME UZMA'S FAMILY DAY HOME LOCATED IN FALLS CHURCH VA CLOSE TO ANNANDALE, ALEXANDRIA, ARLINGTON VA. I AM IN CHILDCARE BUUSINESS SINCE 1995.STARTED AS CHILDCARE PROVIDER FOR INFANT AND TODDLER FAMILY DAY CARE INC OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA. MOVED TO PRESENT LOCATION IN JUNE 2004....
5.0
"Our son was with Uzma from age 7mo until 2yo and had a wonderful experience with her! He had lots of outdoors time, did holiday-themed activities, and made good friends. We knew he was in great hands with Uzma. "
Care member
Chuchie's Home Daycare
7218 Beverly Park Dr, Springfield, VA
5.0
(3)
Lovely and caring home daycare with playground
Virginia State Licensed,Business Permit
CPR Trained, AED and First AID
22 years of child caring experiences
Fluent in English and Tagalog (national language of the Philippines)
Smoke-free,clean and very safe environment
Preparation to...
5.0
"Chuchie is amazing. A friend of ours recommended her. Our daughter was 8 months old when we had her go to Chuchie's daycare and she still goes their to this day and is now 5. Chuchie is accommodating with the parents schedules. My daughter was going Full-Time up...
Christine M.
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
Little Cottage Montessori
7414 Allan Ave, Falls Church, VA
4.6
(9)
Little Cottage Montessori is a Home -based Montessori program, serving 4 months to five years old. Our school is situated in a small community of Poplar Heights in Falls Church, VA. Our program is serving families from Falls Church, McLean, Vienna, Dunn Loring, Tyson Corner, and Merrifield. This...
5.0
"Little cottage Montessori is fantastic. My son is 3 and has been there since he was 16 months old. Sharika Ismail the head is wonderful, patient, knows my son better than I do!! She is always available to guide, work with us and is extremely flexible. True...
Lara L.
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
"My son has been going to Glen Echo Family Daycare since he was 4 months old, and has been there for over a year. The indoor-outdoor space is wonderful, the facility is impeccably clean, and they provide an incredible loving environment, with plenty of toys and...
Jennifer R.
Wild About You Child Care
2274 Wheelwright Ct., Reston, VA
5.0
(3)
My name is Bonnie W., and I am committed to providing a safe, loving, fun, and clean environment for your child. I am a certified elementary teacher with 8+ years of experience in daycare and elementary schools. I hold a current adult, child, & infant CPR and First Aid certification.
- Registered...
5.0
"Wild About You Child Care is wonderful! My two kids normally don't do well with most "babysitters", but they still keep asking to go back to Bonnie's (just the other day, in fact)! She is amazing with kids and they love her! Bonnie used to be a teacher before...
Amy C
Smiley Kids Home
12150 Blue Topaz Ln Fairfax VA, Fairfax, VA
5.0
(1)
Our in-house family day care provides children with opportunities to play and socialize with other kids their age. Being able to work with others shows them how to have better behaviors and teaches them to become team players. They learn how to share, play and learn well together while their...
5.0
"Poonam is so friendly and professional. She knows how to get along with kids with the respect from them as well. I am glad that my kids has the chance to stay in her daycare, learning knowledge, and playing with other kids. Recommend this place very much!"
Shikha S.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Merrifield, VA
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Merrifield, VA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Merrifield, 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 Merrifield, VA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Merrifield, VA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Merrifield, 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 Merrifield, VA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Merrifield, VA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Merrifield, 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 Merrifield, VA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.