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Choosing Daycare Centers in District of Columbia

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in District of Columbia can make the decision-making process smoother.

District of Columbia has about 356 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in District of Columbia. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in District of Columbia

There are 356 daycares in District of Columbia: 0 headstart facilities, 1 before/after school centers, 3 religious facility daycares, and 352 childcare and preschool centers.

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Kids Come First
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Feedback for KIDS COME FIRST in Washington, DC, is sharply divided, with one parent praising the comfortable atmosphere and welcoming staff, while others report severe hygiene issues and unprofessional conduct. Critics allege the center is unsanitary with pest infestations, resulting in frequent illnesses for children, and describe the environment as chaotic and unsafe.

comfortable environmentwelcoming staffgood vibe
Address
1720 Minnesota Ave Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 678-1100
Kids Come First - Unit 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent highlights the comfortable environment and welcoming staff, while others report severe issues including unsanitary conditions with visible pests, staff unprofessionalism, and inadequate supervision leading to child injuries and illness. Several reviewers also note favoritism among staff and a disconnect between advertised and actual classroom conditions.

comfortable environmentwelcoming staff
Address
200 K St Nw, Suite 2, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 733-1213
Kids Come First IV
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent highlights a comfortable environment and welcoming staff, while two others report severe issues including unsanitary conditions with roaches, unprofessional staff behavior, favoritism, and safety concerns such as insect bites and frequent illnesses. The few reviews so far mention both positive atmosphere and significant health and safety failures.

comfortable environmentwelcoming staff
Address
1310 Ridge Pl Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 889-4000
Edward C. Mazique @ Tyler House
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Reviews focus primarily on the Tyler House residential complex rather than the daycare itself. Parents express serious concerns about safety, maintenance, and building conditions, with only a few positive comments about spacious apartments and 24-hour security.

Spacious apartments24-hour securityprofessional building maintenance staff
Address
1200 North Capitol St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 462-3375
Kids Come First - Unit 5
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent highlights a comfortable environment and welcoming staff, while others report serious concerns regarding unsanitary conditions, unprofessional behavior, and inadequate supervision. Reviewers mention issues such as pest infestations, staff dress code violations, favoritism, and children falling ill or sustaining injuries.

comfortable environmentwelcoming staffgood vibe
Address
200 K St Nw, Suite 5, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 733-1213
Nccfd Carver Terrace
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

Note: These reviews appear to be for a residential apartment complex, not a daycare center. The reviews indicate significant maintenance issues, pest problems, poor management responsiveness, and safety concerns at the property.

Some staff members praised for helpfulnessmaintenance team responsive to requestsapartment units themselves described as fairly nice
Address
2229 M St Ne, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 388-7560
Children First INC. Of Washingtondc
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.5

Children First Inc. is a pediatric practice (not a daycare) with highly praised doctors, particularly Dr. Satuyi, but severe administrative and operational issues. Parents consistently report poor phone communication, long wait times, disorganization, missed follow-ups on lab results and medical records, and unprofessional staff behavior across multiple locations.

Caring and professional doctorsDr. Satuyi specifically praised for kindness and competencelong-term
Address
1725 I St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 466-6088
Little Angels Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.4

Little Angels Child Care Center receives mixed reviews with highly polarized experiences. Positive reviewers praise the educational curriculum, structured environment, and child development outcomes, while negative reviewers cite serious concerns about staff professionalism, administrative inflexibility, and alleged inappropriate child handling practices.

Christian-based educational curriculumstructured learning environmentpromotes child independence
Address
2214 Naylor Rd Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 584-2015
Woodbridge Day Care Center III
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.4

One parent reports that the center failed to remove their son from the billing system after withdrawal and charged for canceled summer field trips, while another describes hearing staff arguing and cursing in front of children.

Address
424 Irving St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 370-6288
Wibble Wobble Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

One parent describes a highly unprofessional interaction with the center's director, citing discriminatory behavior toward disabled individuals and inappropriate remarks regarding staff qualifications.

Address
1 Randle Circle Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 582-1011
Tucker'S Day Care Center I
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

Tucker's Day Care Center has highly polarized reviews. One long-term parent praised academic excellence and student advancement, but multiple recent parents reported serious safety concerns including staff hitting children, unexplained injuries, poor communication policies, and unprofessional management. Most reviewers advise against enrolling.

Academic curriculumstudents advanced in schoollong-term enrollment option
Address
3215 11th Pl Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 562-0703
Tucker'S Day Care Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

Tucker's Day Care Center II has one highly positive long-term review praising academic advancement and care, but six recent reviews report serious concerns including staff physically hitting children, poor management communication, inadequate injury documentation, unsanitary conditions, and disrespectful treatment of families.

Academic instructionchildren advanced in schoolconsistent meal service
Address
3219 9th Pl Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 562-2044
Lena Sears Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3

One parent reports serious safety concerns, alleging that staff failed to secure a child's belongings and suggesting the absence of cameras enables theft. Another reviewer describes an unprofessional admission process, noting that staff were rude and distasteful during a phone inquiry about infant availability.

Address
3456 Pennsyvania Ave Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 584-7761
Creative Korner Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.2

Creative Korner Early Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Two parents praise the director, staff, cleanliness, learning activities, and responsiveness to feedback. However, eight parents report serious concerns including meal denial, missing supplies, understaffing, unprofessional staff, poor hygiene, and alleged child abuse by an employee.

Responsive director and ownerlearning activitiesclean facility (per some reviews)
Address
3223 23rd St Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 889-2093
Kids Are People Too Cdc V
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.1

One parent highlights positive interactions with specific staff members, while three others report severe operational issues including unprofessional conduct, arbitrary exclusion of children via sick policies, and alleged misuse of personal belongings. Another reviewer alleges retaliation and a refusal to readmit their child following a negative review, citing staff hostility and inconsistent health enforcement.

Supportive front desk staffengaging teachersearly morning hours
Address
4315 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave Ne, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 397-1200
Goldies Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2

Experiences at this center are sharply divided, with one parent reporting a safe and loved environment while others cite significant issues including high staff turnover, poor communication, and unprofessional behavior. Additional complaints highlight inconsistent classroom transitions and a disconnected contact number, leading some families to withdraw their children due to declining care quality.

Safe environmentClean facilityFriendly atmosphere
Address
6226 3rd St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 722-4412
Goldies Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2

Feedback for Goldies Child Development Center is sharply divided, with one parent describing a safe, clean, and friendly environment while others report significant operational failures. Critics cite high teacher turnover, poor communication, and unprofessional staff behavior as major drawbacks to the program.

Safe environmentClean facilitiesFriendly atmosphere
Address
6234 3rd St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 722-8665
Growth Spurts Child Learning Center @ Bethel
Child Daycare & Preschools
2

One parent highlights the low student-to-staff ratios and nurturing environment, while two others report severe issues including alleged staff violence, hygiene failures, and deceptive billing practices. These conflicting experiences range from praise for the family-friendly atmosphere to urgent warnings about safety and financial transparency.

low student to staff ratiosnurturing environmentfamily friendly atmosphere
Address
60 I St Sw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 484-0028
Growth Spurts Child Learning Center @ D Street
Child Daycare & Preschools
2

One parent highlights the low student-to-staff ratios and nurturing environment, while others report serious concerns regarding hygiene, safety, and billing practices. A few reviewers allege that staff members hit children, dispose of dirty diapers improperly, and fail to change soiled clothing or handle drop-off logistics adequately. Despite positive remarks about the family-friendly atmosphere, these critical complaints regarding care quality and staff conduct dominate the negative feedback.

low student to staff ratiosnurturing environmentfamily friendly atmosphere
Address
1802 D St Ne, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 544-2731
Growth Spurts Child Learning Center @ Stoneridge
Child Daycare & Preschools
2

One parent highlights low student-to-staff ratios and a nurturing, family-friendly environment, while two others report severe issues including alleged physical abuse, hygiene failures, and deceptive billing practices. These conflicting experiences suggest a significant divide between the center's operational standards and the expectations of some families.

low student to staff ratiosnurturing environmentfamily friendly atmosphere
Address
320 Anacostia Rd Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 256-6753
Bennett Babies Ll
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.9

Bennett Babies LL has received mixed to severely negative feedback from parents. While a few early reviews praised the friendly staff and welcoming environment, the majority of recent reviews report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, staff yelling at children, poor hygiene, lack of communication with parents, and documented incidents of child injury.

Friendly and welcoming stafffamily-friendly environmentclean facility
Address
701 Michigan Ave Ne, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 526-0440
Shining Star Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.8

Parents report widely conflicting experiences, with one parent praising the teachers for being nice and generous, while others allege severe misconduct including physical contact with a child and general abuse. These negative accounts describe staff as rude and horrible, urging caution regarding the safety of the children.

nice teachersgenerous staff
Address
5307 East Capitol St Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 506-5830
Shining Star 2 Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.8

Feedback for SHINING STAR 2 EARLY LEARNING CENTER is sharply divided, with one parent reporting positive experiences regarding staff kindness while others allege severe misconduct. Critics describe the staff as rude and abusive, with specific complaints about teachers making inappropriate physical contact with children and ignoring such incidents.

nice teachersgenerous staff
Address
5325 East Capitol St Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 506-5830
The Happy Kids Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.7

The Happy Kids Learning Center has overwhelmingly negative reviews with one exception. Parents report serious concerns about staff professionalism, inadequate child care, lost belongings, poor communication, and unresolved refund issues. One parent praised academic outcomes and staff friendliness, but this is vastly outweighed by complaints.

Children excel academicallygreat communicationsweet and friendly staff
Address
3233 Pennsylvania Ave Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 581-0042
Mana Bilingual Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
1

One parent describes severe issues including unprofessional management, poor hygiene, and neglectful supervision, while another simply advises avoiding the facility. The reviews highlight significant concerns regarding staff conduct, health safety, and administrative practices.

None mentioned
Address
604 Kennedy St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 829-0309
District Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
301 A St Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 415-8402
Dc Preparatory Academy Anacostia
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1409 V St Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 729-3500
Dcjcc @ The Foundry United Methodist Church
Church Daycare

The reviews provided are for Foundry United Methodist Church, not its daycare program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, progressive theology, and community support services. Parents appreciate the staff's kindness and the facility's accessibility accommodations.

Exceptional and kind staffwelcoming and inclusive environmentLGBTQ+ friendly
Address
1500 16th St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 777-3278
Ideal Academy Public Charter School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6130 North Capitol St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 279-6660
Upo @ Roosevelt High School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4301 13th St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 238-4624

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All licensed daycare facilities in are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through 's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in , consider:
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Daycare costs in vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.