Best Daycare Centers in Washington,
Compare 355 daycare centers in Washington. Average rating: 4.24/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Washington, at a glance
- Daycares
- 355
- Avg rating
- 4.24/5
- Parent reviews
- 2,043
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 117
Washington has 355 licensed daycares with 2,043 parent reviews averaging 4.24/5.117 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 57% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 20004 (avg 5 stars), while 20016 has the largest selection (15 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Washington
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Love And Care Cdc4.78 score5(18)
330 -332 Kennedy St Nw, Washington, DC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children
Love and Care CDC receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. They consistently praise the caring, attentive staff who create a warm, safe environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Parents highlight strong developmental progress, excellent communication, and genuine care from teachers who treat children as their own.
Caring and patient staffsafe and welcoming environmentchildren feel happy and comfortablewell-organized activities - 2Loving Care Day Nursery4.78 score5(18)
114 Kennedy St Nw, Washington, DC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 62 children
Loving Care Day Nursery receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and attentive staff. Parents report their children are happy, comfortable, and making strong developmental progress in a well-organized, nurturing environment. The facility is noted for flexible hours, excellent communication, and treating children with genuine care.
Caring and patient staffsafe and welcoming environmentstrong child development and learning outcomesflexible hours - 3Federal Home Loan Bank Board Small Savers Cdc4.75 score5(15)
1700 G St Nw, Washington, DC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children
Small Savers CDC is a highly-regarded Montessori-based daycare in Washington, DC with perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the experienced and loving teachers, child-centered curriculum that fosters independence and confidence, and clean, well-equipped facility. The center is noted as reasonably priced for DC and maintains strong communication with families.
Experienced and loving teachersMontessori curriculumchild-centered approachspacious and bright facility - 4Bambini Play & Learn4.75 score5(15)
900 Massachusetts Ave Nw, Washington, DC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children
Bambini Play & Learn receives universally positive reviews from parents whose children attended from infancy through pre-K. Parents consistently praise the loving, nurturing teachers, Spanish language immersion program, nutritious meals, enrichment activities, and warm community atmosphere that made children eager to attend daily.
Caring and attentive teachersbilingual Spanish education with lasting language skillsnutritious mealsmusic and yoga activities - 5Broadcasters Child Development Center4.72 score4.9(20)
3400 International Dr Nw, Washington, DC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children
Parents consistently praise BCDC for its caring, experienced staff with notably low turnover, beautiful facilities, and strong community atmosphere. The center is commended for developmentally appropriate activities, enrichment programs, and individualized attention to each child's needs. Families report feeling fortunate and grateful for their experience across multiple years of enrollment.
Experienced and stable teaching staff with long tenurewarm and loving caregiversstrong parent communitydevelopmentally appropriate curriculum and activities - 6Capital Kids II4.72 score4.9(20)
1250 24th St Nw, Washington, DC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Capital Kids II receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and exceptional staff. Parents highlight significant developmental growth in their children, noting the teachers' genuine care, flexibility, and commitment to each child's individual needs. The facility is described as a special community where children thrive academically and emotionally.
Warm and nurturing environmentexceptional teachers and leadershipchild development and growthsmall class sizes and good student-to-teacher ratios - 7Early Learner Academy4.71 score5(12)
474 Ridge St Nw, Washington, DC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Early Learner Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the center's caring, patient staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight director Ms. Chakera's commitment to child development, communication, and creating a family-like atmosphere. Children reportedly show significant growth in learning and development while enjoying their time at the center.
Patient and caring staffsafe and loving environmentchild development and learning outcomesregular parent communication and updates - 8Happy Feet LLC4.71 score5(12)
127 Kennedy St Nw, Washington, DC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Happy Feet LLC receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. They consistently praise the caring, dedicated staff led by director Laura Gallego, the clean and organized facility with outdoor space, and the affordable pricing for the DC area. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and well-prepared for school transitions.
Caring and dedicated staff with low turnoverresponsive and communicative directorclean facility with outdoor spaceaffordable pricing for DC area - 9The Children'S House Of Washington4.69 score5(11)
3133 Dumbarton St Nw, Washington, DC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 27 children
Parents consistently praise The Children's House of Washington (CHOW) as an exceptional Montessori preschool with highly experienced, caring teachers who foster academic excellence and individual child development. Multiple families report their children thriving academically and socially in a warm, intimate community setting with strong long-term outcomes.
Montessori curriculum effectivenessexperienced and caring teachersstrong academic outcomes (reading and math above grade level)individual attention and small class sizes - 10Triangle Tots4.69 score5(11)
1300 Pennsylvania Ave Nw, Washington, DC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
Triangle Tots receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and well-rounded curriculum combining academics, STEM, and creative activities. Parents consistently highlight strong teacher-child bonds, excellent communication through daily photos and updates, and a secure facility with convenient location near Metro. Families report their children thriving across all age groups from infants through pre-K, with particular appreciation for the center's responsiveness and professional approach.
Caring and dedicated teachersstrong teacher-child relationshipsbalanced curriculum combining academics and playSTEM and literacy activities
Rating Distribution
Based on 205 daycares with Google ratings in Washington
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 2,043 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Washington, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Washington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20004 | 5 | 5 | 1 | |
| 20015 | 8 | 4.92 | 6 | |
| 20003 | 14 | 4.8 | 5 | |
| 20037 | 7 | 4.72 | 3 | |
| 20016 | 15 | 4.71 | 10 | |
| 20008 | 8 | 4.7 | 5 | |
| 20007 | 14 | 4.7 | 5 | |
| 20010 | 11 | 4.43 | 6 | |
| 20018 | 14 | 4.37 | 2 | |
| 20036 | 5 | 4.33 | 1 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Washington (6–500 children)
Small
up to 30 children
88
Medium
31–75 children
141
Large
76–150 children
93
Very Large
150+ children
33
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Washington based on parent reviews
Love And Care Cdc
330 -332 Kennedy St Nw, Washington, DC
Love and Care CDC receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. They consistently praise the caring, attentive staff who create a warm, safe environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Parents highlight strong developmental progress, excellent communication, and genuine care from teachers who treat children as their own.
Loving Care Day Nursery
114 Kennedy St Nw, Washington, DC
Loving Care Day Nursery receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and attentive staff. Parents report their children are happy, comfortable, and making strong developmental progress in a well-organized, nurturing environment. The facility is noted for flexible hours, excellent communication, and treating children with genuine care.
Federal Home Loan Bank Board Small Savers Cdc
1700 G St Nw, Washington, DC
Small Savers CDC is a highly-regarded Montessori-based daycare in Washington, DC with perfect 5/5 ratings across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the experienced and loving teachers, child-centered curriculum that fosters independence and confidence, and clean, well-equipped facility. The center is noted as reasonably priced for DC and maintains strong communication with families.
Bambini Play & Learn
900 Massachusetts Ave Nw, Washington, DC
Bambini Play & Learn receives universally positive reviews from parents whose children attended from infancy through pre-K. Parents consistently praise the loving, nurturing teachers, Spanish language immersion program, nutritious meals, enrichment activities, and warm community atmosphere that made children eager to attend daily.
Broadcasters Child Development Center
3400 International Dr Nw, Washington, DC
Parents consistently praise BCDC for its caring, experienced staff with notably low turnover, beautiful facilities, and strong community atmosphere. The center is commended for developmentally appropriate activities, enrichment programs, and individualized attention to each child's needs. Families report feeling fortunate and grateful for their experience across multiple years of enrollment.
Capital Kids II
1250 24th St Nw, Washington, DC
Capital Kids II receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and exceptional staff. Parents highlight significant developmental growth in their children, noting the teachers' genuine care, flexibility, and commitment to each child's individual needs. The facility is described as a special community where children thrive academically and emotionally.
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Daycare Centers in Washington,
Washington, District of Columbia offers a robust selection of 355 childcare facilities, ranging from small community-based programs to larger academies. Parents frequently highlight clean, safe, and welcoming environments as the defining characteristics of these centers. The directory highlights standout options in neighborhoods like 20005, where facilities maintain exceptional average ratings.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Washington have an average rating of 4.24 out of 5 across 205 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.24 stars. Our analysis covers 2,043 parent reviews. Parents in Washington most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and welcoming environment.
When choosing a daycare in Washington, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Daycare Centers in Washington
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- Address
- 100 41st St Ne, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 398-2838
- Address
- 707 Edgewood St Ne, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 635-4590 EXT 224
Bright Horizons @ L Street receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally. Parents consistently highlight the quality curriculum, engaging daily activities, strong teacher-child relationships, and clean, secure facilities. The center is recommended by families across multiple age groups, from infants through pre-K.
- Address
- 2101 L St Nw, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 887-8433
- Address
- 4501 Kansas Ave Nw, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 667-4446 EXT 2515
- Address
- 725 19th St Ne, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 355-2739
The few reviews so far mention that the school is okay and highlight affection for the picture. One parent gave a five-star rating for the facility being acceptable, while another specifically noted loving the picture.
- Address
- 330 21st St Ne, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 629-2179
- Address
- 1288 Upshur St Nw, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 726-1275
Christian Tabernacle CDC 2 receives consistently positive reviews with a 5/5 rating across all submissions. Parents praise the welcoming family atmosphere, the daycare services, and Pastor Kevin Hart's leadership and community involvement.
- Address
- 2033 11th St Nw, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 265-9040
- Address
- 501 E St Se, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 590-6914
- Address
- 301 53rd St Se, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 575-9394
- Address
- 540 55th St Ne, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 724-8841
- Address
- 1601 16th St Se, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 724-7470
- Address
- 1814 Central Pl Ne, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 526-4414
- Address
- 3224 N St Nw, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 333-0183
- Address
- 101 N St Nw, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 724-4407
- Address
- 5331 Colorado Ave Nw, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 248-7827
- Address
- 1225 Good Hope Rd Se, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (240) 882-4727
Bright Horizons at Georgetown receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the safety, professionalism, and educational quality provided. Parents highlight strong pandemic management and caring staff. One parent reported a significant enrollment issue involving a cancelled reservation made months in advance.
- Address
- 1010 Wisconsin Ave Nw, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 333-4931
Parents consistently praise Kiddie Academy for its warm, professional staff who create a safe and enriching environment. Children demonstrate strong behavioral development, academic progress, and genuine enthusiasm for attending. Multiple families spent years at the facility and would not choose elsewhere.
- Address
- 1227 25th St Nw, Suite 101, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 735-0291
One parent highlights the teachers' kindness and helpfulness, expressing strong satisfaction and intent to enroll a second child. In contrast, another review strongly advises against the facility, citing dishonesty from school officials.
- Address
- 4801 Benning Rd Se, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 582-5327
- Address
- 1375 Mount Olivet Rd Ne, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (781) 491-6302
- Address
- 421 P St Nw, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (571) 345-8366
- Address
- 2600 Douglass Rd Se, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (781) 491-6302
One parent reports a positive experience, highlighting the friendliness of the staff and teachers while noting the presence of diversity and transparency for families. The reviewer describes the arrangement as a great experience so far.
- Address
- 801 7th St Sw, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 646-0500
- Address
- 3401 4th St Se, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 645-6689
- Address
- 2535 Bladensburg Rd Ne, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 269-9400
- Address
- 3400 Wheeler Rd Se, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 544-2646 EXT 294
One parent describes a five-year tenure at the facility, noting a positive experience. The limited feedback does not highlight specific operational details or complaints.
- Address
- 1017 New Jersey Ave Se, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (202) 459-6825
- Address
- 6200 Kansas Ave Ne, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (301) 891-1145
Parents highlight reliable care for working families, enthusiastic teacher engagement, and effective communication through daily updates. One reviewer reports significant dissatisfaction with the center director, citing unprofessional behavior and office management issues despite praising the teaching staff.
- Address
- 1800 Perry St Ne, Washington, DC
- Phone
- (301) 891-1145
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