We've had our now 6 month old daughter at Happy Faces since she was 3 months old. I looked at Happy Faces first, and then looked at four other day care centers in Centreville before I returned to HF for another look. I felt HF was right the first time I toured, and after looking at the others and returning to HF, I knew it was the place for us. Some of the things that sold me on HF, especially in comparison to other schools: 1. I walked in and toured during a busy hour, and didn't hear babies crying (!!!!!). Instead, one teacher was on the floor feeding a baby in her lap, while the other babies were sitting in a circle around her playing with their toys. No one was left sitting in a swing alone, rather each baby was actively playing and had interaction. 2. They have an outdoor, fenced, shaded area for the babies. On warm days, they take the babies outside (along with toys) to enjoy the sunshine and warmth. I LOVE THIS. Fresh air is so important, and for older crawling and walking babies, it is a great way to explore the elements. Younger babies can sit in their bumbo or bouncer or play on the padded mat. So great. 3. My daughter is not a good sleeper. I have never once had to listen to a lecture or feel bad about my decision to not sleep train her. Also, she is breastfed and did not start solid foods until 6 months old, and I did not get any criticism or hear about any inconvenience this may have caused. I have heard from friends that this sometimes occurs at other day cares. 4. They sanitize toys and play areas twice a day. I believe most daycare centers will TELL you they do this, but I have walked in unannounced and have seen the teachers at HF actually doing it. Saying they will and actually doing it are two different things. 5. The babies are never left without something to do. Meaning, they are never plopped in a bouncer without a toy (As I have seen at other centers, where the baby is left in a swing that is not turned on, without toys, just staring at the wall). They have many different activities, music is always on during the day (soft, sleepy music during nap time, playful music during play time), and they even do a story time. 6. All of her teachers and assistants speak fluent English. While touring other facilities, I noticed this was not always the case. Communication has not been a problem at all for us, and I feel confident that it will not become one. Her teachers are wonderful, warm, friendly, and encouraging. My daughter is happy, playful, and well rested each day when I pick her up. She smiles and giggles at her teachers so I know that she likes them as much as I do. Although pricier than some other schools in the area, I feel that this is by far the best option and worth every dollar. My daughter gets individualized care from her teachers, and they are actively participating in my decisions as far as feeding and sleeping are concerned. I would recommend this day care to any new parent. read more