Best Daycare Centers in Arlington, VA
Compare 104 daycare centers in Arlington. Average rating: 4.67/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Arlington, Virginia at a glance
- Daycares
- 104
- Avg rating
- 4.67/5
- Parent reviews
- 701
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 59
Arlington has 104 licensed daycares with 701 parent reviews averaging 4.67/5.59 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 79% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 22205 (avg 4.87 stars), while 22207 has the largest selection (24 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Arlington
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.
- 1A Plus Kids Fun And Creative Learning Center LLC4.74 score5(14)
925 North Garfield Street, Suite D, Arlington, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
A Plus Kids Fun and Creative Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the attentive, nurturing staff, safe environment, and strong developmental support for children ranging from infants to preschoolers. The facility is noted for its caring community atmosphere, bilingual Spanish instruction, nutritious meals, and responsive communication with families.
Attentive and nurturing teacherssafe and secure environmentage-appropriate curriculum and skill developmentnutritious meals provided - 2Busy Bee Child Care & Educational Ctr.4.72 score5(13)
913 South 23rd Street, Arlington, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Busy Bee Child Care & Educational Center in Arlington, Virginia receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, strong curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report that children are happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten and future transitions. Multiple families mention reluctance to leave the center only due to relocation.
Caring and attentive stafflow staff turnoverstrong academic curriculum with art and craft activitieswarm and nurturing environment - 3Sparkles! At Crystal City4.72 score4.9(20)
1235 South Clark Street, Suite 100, Arlington, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 108 children
Parents consistently praise Sparkles! at Crystal City for exceptional care, attentive staff, and developmentally appropriate activities. The center receives high marks for staff professionalism, inclusive environment, real-time classroom access via app, and structured routines that support child development. Multiple parents report children thriving emotionally and academically, with many specifically highlighting individual teachers' dedication and care.
Caring and - 4Rosslyn Children'S Center4.71 score5(12)
1101 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 123 children
Rosslyn Children's Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents, who praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight exceptional teacher care, strong communication with regular updates and photos, and low staff turnover. Children reportedly thrive developmentally and enjoy attending the center.
Individualized attention and child-centered careexperienced and stable staff with minimal turnoverresponsive to parent concernsfrequent communication and daily photo updates - 5Ana'S Kids4.71 score5(12)
2201 & 2205 S. Fern Street, Arlington, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children
Ana's Kids is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Arlington, Virginia with consistently excellent parent feedback. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, small class sizes, bilingual curriculum, nutritious food, safe environment, and engaging learning-through-play approach. Multiple families report their children thrived during their time there and were sad to leave when relocating.
Loving and attentive teacherssmall class sizesbilingual curriculum (English and Spanish)healthy food - 6Crystal City Children'S Center4.69 score5(11)
3650 S. Glebe Road, Suite 170, Arlington, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 108 children
Crystal City Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its exceptional care, nurturing teachers, and well-rounded curriculum spanning infant through pre-K. Parents highlight the clean, bright facilities, strong security, outdoor activities, and enrichment programs including Spanish, music, and field trips. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially, with staff demonstrating genuine care and excellent communication with families.
Caring and dedicated teachersclean and well-lit facilitiesstrong security measuresflexible hours for working parents - 7Full Circle Montessori School4.64 score4.8(20)
870 S. Greenbrier Street, Arlington, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children
Full Circle Montessori School receives universal 5-star reviews praising its warm, nurturing Montessori environment and dedicated teachers who support children's academic, social, and emotional development. Parents highlight strong community partnerships, excellent communication, and noticeable growth in their children's independence and confidence. The facility is consistently described as clean, well-maintained, and thoughtfully designed.
Caring and attentive teacherswarm and nurturing environmentstrong sense of communityexcellent parent communication with regular updates and photos - 8Arlington Community Church4.64 score4.8(20)
6040 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 45 children
Arlington Community Church is a bilingual, welcoming faith-based community with strong biblical teaching and an excellent preschool program. Parents consistently praise the loving, family-oriented atmosphere and the positive impact on their children's spiritual and personal growth. The church offers bilingual services in English and Spanish, creating an inclusive environment for diverse families.
Bilingual serviceswelcoming and family-friendly environmentstrong b - 9Children'S International School-Clarendon4.64 score4.8(20)
1227 North Scott Street, Arlington, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children
Children's International School-Clarendon in Arlington receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the warm, caring staff, engaging Reggio Emilia-based curriculum, and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the reasonable pricing, included meals/snacks, and additional amenities like music and yoga classes.
Warm and genuine staffwelcoming communityage-appropriate curriculumstrong child development outcomes - 10Arlington Unitarian Cooperative Ps4.64 score4.8(20)
4444 Arlington Blvd., Arlington, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 62 children
Arlington Unitarian Cooperative Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff, strong community environment, and outdoor-focused curriculum. Parents emphasize the welcoming atmosphere, child-centered approach, and unique cooperative model that allows parents to actively participate in their child's education. Multiple parents note significant improvements in their child's confidence, independence, and enthusiasm for school.
caring and experienced teacherswelcoming communityoutdoor/nature focus including forest dayswell-maintained facilities and playground
Rating Distribution
Based on 75 daycares with Google ratings in Arlington
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 701 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Arlington, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Arlington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22205 | 8 | 4.87 | 6 | |
| 22206 | 5 | 4.82 | 4 | |
| 22202 | 11 | 4.74 | 6 | |
| 22207 | 24 | 4.73 | 14 | |
| 22204 | 23 | 4.57 | 11 | |
| 22203 | 10 | 4.55 | 5 | |
| 22201 | 19 | 4.54 | 10 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Arlington (15–287 children)
Small
up to 30 children
16
Medium
31–75 children
31
Large
76–150 children
33
Very Large
150+ children
24
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Arlington based on parent reviews
A Plus Kids Fun And Creative Learning Center LLC
925 North Garfield Street, Suite D, Arlington, VA
A Plus Kids Fun and Creative Learning Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the attentive, nurturing staff, safe environment, and strong developmental support for children ranging from infants to preschoolers. The facility is noted for its caring community atmosphere, bilingual Spanish instruction, nutritious meals, and responsive communication with families.
Busy Bee Child Care & Educational Ctr.
913 South 23rd Street, Arlington, VA
Busy Bee Child Care & Educational Center in Arlington, Virginia receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff, strong curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report that children are happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten and future transitions. Multiple families mention reluctance to leave the center only due to relocation.
Sparkles! At Crystal City
1235 South Clark Street, Suite 100, Arlington, VA
Parents consistently praise Sparkles! at Crystal City for exceptional care, attentive staff, and developmentally appropriate activities. The center receives high marks for staff professionalism, inclusive environment, real-time classroom access via app, and structured routines that support child development. Multiple parents report children thriving emotionally and academically, with many specifically highlighting individual teachers' dedication and care.
Rosslyn Children'S Center
1101 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA
Rosslyn Children's Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents, who praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight exceptional teacher care, strong communication with regular updates and photos, and low staff turnover. Children reportedly thrive developmentally and enjoy attending the center.
Ana'S Kids
2201 & 2205 S. Fern Street, Arlington, VA
Ana's Kids is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Arlington, Virginia with consistently excellent parent feedback. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, small class sizes, bilingual curriculum, nutritious food, safe environment, and engaging learning-through-play approach. Multiple families report their children thrived during their time there and were sad to leave when relocating.
Crystal City Children'S Center
3650 S. Glebe Road, Suite 170, Arlington, VA
Crystal City Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its exceptional care, nurturing teachers, and well-rounded curriculum spanning infant through pre-K. Parents highlight the clean, bright facilities, strong security, outdoor activities, and enrichment programs including Spanish, music, and field trips. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially, with staff demonstrating genuine care and excellent communication with families.
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Daycare Centers in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington offers a robust selection of 104 childcare facilities, ranging from extended day programs to specialized educational approaches. Parents frequently highlight the warm, nurturing environments and small class sizes that define the local landscape. For those seeking high satisfaction, the 22209 zip code stands out as a neighborhood with exceptional average ratings across its three facilities.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Arlington have an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 across 75 rated facilities, with 79% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 701 parent reviews. Parents in Arlington most frequently praise daycares for excellent quality, warm and nurturing environment, and friendly staff.
When choosing a daycare in Arlington, 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 Arlington
Showing 104 results
- Address
- 1415 South Queen Street, Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 228-8623
- Quality
One parent describes a deeply positive experience at Children's International Preschool, noting that the program made a significant impact on their children who still fondly refer to it as 'my little school.' The reviewer highlights the staff's caring nature, qualifications, and patience as key strengths of the center.
- Address
- 4347 Arlington Boulevard, Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 525-0593
- Quality
Bright Horizons at Rosslyn receives universally positive feedback from parents. The center is praised for its dedicated, caring teaching staff, strong educational curriculum, secure facilities, and excellent communication with parents. Children consistently show significant development across academic, social-emotional, and language skills.
- Address
- 1300 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 524-4688
- Quality
- Address
- 980 North Frederick Street, Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 525-7599
Early Steps Bilingual Pre-School receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising its high-quality bilingual education, caring and talented staff, and enriching curriculum. Parents consistently highlight strong academic preparation, special programming including performances, and excellent care that sets children up for success in elementary school.
- Address
- 1701 N Bryan Street, Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 243-1198
- Quality
One parent describes Children's International School at the Foreign Service Institute as a positive, impactful experience for their children, noting that staff are caring, well-qualified, and patient. The family remains grateful for the school's influence, with children maintaining a strong emotional connection to the program years after graduating.
- Address
- 4000 Arlington Blvd., Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 302-7501
- Address
- 3809 And 3813 N. Washington Blvd., Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 524-2511
- Quality
- Address
- 855 N. Edison Street, Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 228-7677
- Address
- 3700 North Delaware Street, Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 224-4742
- Address
- 2024 N. Randolph Street, Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 527-5423
The reviews do not actually pertain to a daycare program. They describe the Knights of Columbus facility in Arlington as a community organization and event venue that hosts various gatherings, fundraisers, and seasonal events like Christmas breakfast with Santa and Honor Flight lunches. The facility is praised for its welcoming atmosphere, amenities, and community service work.
- Address
- 5115 Little Falls Road, Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 538-2267
Trinity Episcopal Church in Arlington operates a preschool program alongside its religious services. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, caring staff, and community environment. One grandparent specifically mentioned their child's positive preschool experience at the facility.
- Address
- 2217 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 920-8695
- Address
- 758 23rd Street South, Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 535-5525
- Address
- 4102 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA
- Phone
- (703) 538-2170
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with Virginia's regulatory agency
- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Virginia)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
- Parent reviews and ratings
- Location and hours that fit your schedule
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 62 facilities
- Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
- Church Daycare — 16 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 24 facilities