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351 Child Daycare & Preschools in Washington,

Browse all 351 child daycare & preschools in Washington, . Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

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.

  1. 1
    Love And Care Cdc
    4.78 score
    5(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
  2. 2

    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
  3. 3

    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
  4. 4
    Bambini Play & Learn
    4.75 score
    5(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
  5. 5

    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
  6. 6
    Capital Kids II
    4.72 score
    4.9(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
  7. 7
    Early Learner Academy
    4.71 score
    5(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
  8. 8
    Happy Feet LLC
    4.71 score
    5(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
  9. 9

    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
  10. 10
    Triangle Tots
    4.69 score
    5(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

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Washington based on parent reviews

Love And Care Cdc

5(18)

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.

Caring and patient staffsafe and welcoming environmentchildren feel happy and comfortable

Loving Care Day Nursery

5(18)

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.

Caring and patient staffsafe and welcoming environmentstrong child development and learning outcomes

Federal Home Loan Bank Board Small Savers Cdc

5(15)

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.

Experienced and loving teachersMontessori curriculumchild-centered approach

Bambini Play & Learn

5(15)

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.

Caring and attentive teachersbilingual Spanish education with lasting language skillsnutritious meals

Broadcasters Child Development Center

4.9(20)

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.

Experienced and stable teaching staff with long tenurewarm and loving caregiversstrong parent community

Capital Kids II

4.9(20)

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.

Warm and nurturing environmentexceptional teachers and leadershipchild development and growth

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Washington,

There are 351 child daycare & preschools in Washington, , making up 99% of the 355 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

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 Child Daycare & Preschools in Washington

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Love And Care Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
554 Malcolm X Ave Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 561-8689
Springfield Baptist Church "Kingdom Kids" Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools

Kingdom Kids CDC has highly polarized reviews. Three parents praise the caring staff, child development outcomes, activities, and meals. Three other parents report serious concerns including unresponsive management, long waitlist delays, inadequate supervision, missing clothing, unexplained injuries, and allegations of discriminatory practices.

caring and loving staffchild development and potty training supportfield trips and family events
Address
508 P St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 234-4291
Ymca Calomiris Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

YMCA Calomiris Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff and strong leadership of Director Ms. King. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming environment, quality programming including summer activities and field trips, and the genuine care staff members show toward children.

Caring and professional staffstrong leadershipfamily-friendly environment
Address
1906 Allison St Ne, Apt 3, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 526-4233
Little Flower Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3029 16th St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 667-6803
New Creation Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1839 Alabama Ave Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 610-2080
Centronia
Child Daycare & Preschools

Centronia is a well-established bilingual daycare in Washington, DC with mostly very positive reviews praising the caring, loving staff and family-like environment. However, recent reviews indicate staffing changes and concerns about new employees' professionalism and communication.

Bilingual education (Spanish/English)caring and attentive stafffamily atmosphere
Address
1420 Columbia Rd Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 332-4200
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in Washington, DC receives uniformly positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents consistently praising the caring and engaged staff, clean facilities, strong infant and toddler programs, and excellent communication. Parents highlight the spacious playgrounds, classroom cameras, flex scheduling options, and responsive management as key strengths.

Caring and warm staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesresponsive management
Address
1 Michigan Ave Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 986-5738
Aidan Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2700 27th St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 387-2700
Israel Baptist Church Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1251 Saratoga Ave Ne, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 269-5090
Pilgrim Baptist Church Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools

Note: All reviews appear to be for the church itself rather than the daycare center. Reviews consistently praise Pilgrim Baptist Church for its welcoming community, strong biblical teaching, and spiritual guidance. The church is described as a warm family environment with caring pastoral leadership.

Welcoming and friendly communitystrong biblical teachingcaring pastoral staff
Address
700 I St Ne, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 547-1815
Auguste Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3600 Everett St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 237-1788
Martha'S Table Child And Parent Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Martha's Table is a community resource center in Washington, DC that provides food assistance and programming rather than traditional daycare services. Parents consistently praise the helpful, friendly staff, quality of fresh produce and groceries available, and welcoming atmosphere. The organization offers additional services and hosts community events throughout the year.

Helpful and friendly stafffresh quality producequick efficient service
Address
2114 14th St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 328-6608
All My Children Child Cdc I
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
510 59th St Ne, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 388-0374
Montessori School Of Chevy Chase
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5312 Connecticut Ave Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 362-6212
Bridges Babies
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6127 Georgia Ave Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 829-1901
The Child Center B/A School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
801 Division Ave Ne, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 724-4598
World Bank Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1850 I St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 473-7010
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld Llp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1333 New Hampshire Ave Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 887-4320
Lowell School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1640 Kalmia Rd Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 577-2000
The River School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4880 Macarthur Blvd Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 337-3554
Bright Horizons Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
700 19th St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 623-9800
The Franklin Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4473 Connecticut Ave Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 966-7747
Board Of Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
308 15th St Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 544-6713
The French Maternal School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3115 P St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 333-2255
Bright Horizon Early Education & Backup Center @ East End
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
901 New York Ave Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 408-1050
Martha'S Table Cdc II
Child Daycare & Preschools

These reviews do not appear to be for the daycare center itself, but rather for Martha's Table's food pantry services located in the Columbia Heights area of Washington, DC. Reviewers consistently praise the organization for providing fresh produce, food items, and other necessities to those in need, with staff described as friendly and helpful.

Fresh and plentiful producefriendly and knowledgeable staffeasy sign-up process
Address
2114 14th St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 328-6608
Howard University Early Learning Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
531 College St Nw, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 806-7102
Friendship Public Charter School @ Woodridge
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2959 Carlton Ave Ne, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 355-2739
Friendship Public Charter School @ Chamberlain
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1345 Potomac Ave Se, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 547-5800
All About Me Christian Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1825 Michigan Ave Ne, Washington, DC
Phone
(202) 258-4242

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Frequently asked questions

There are 351 child daycare & preschools daycares in Washington, , out of 355 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Washington, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with 's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in )
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Washington offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 351 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Washington for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Washington must be licensed by 's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.