Our kiddo has thrived at Primrose - both academically and emotionally. The teachers are…read morecompassionate and patient, and my kiddo is genuinely excited to be dropped off in the mornings. We have been with the school for three years and would recommend it to others. Other things to note: there are new owners as of this year (they seem great). The open hours (7:30 am to 6 pm) are some of the longest as compared to other daycares in the area which has been especially helpful with the return-to-office traffic and the struggle to get out of DC. The school is receptive to feedback and problem solving when specific issues arise. They were able to accommodate my kiddo's allergies (the school offers breakfast, lunch, and snacks a few times a day). And the curriculum has a great mix of activities, including science projects, gardening, other play-based learning, and intro to very basic reading and writing skills for the older classes.

If you are looking for a daycare where your child is not just watched, but genuinely known, taught,…read moreand loved, Primrose is it. My daughter, Kathani, has been here for about 15 months and the growth has been incredible. Ms. Shakia is truly a baby whisperer. I'm not kidding -- she has taught my kid things I couldn't get her to do at home, and then all of a sudden Kathani comes back like she's been practicing choreography in secret. She is also the ONLY person on this planet who got my child to wear her Trolls headband. Miracles happen in that classroom. Ms. B, Ms. Kyra and Ms. Shanica have been so kind, supportive, and patient with her. Drop-offs used to be emotional in those early months... and now my child literally runs to them and gives everyone hugs. That kind of trust is earned. And they earned it. The front desk team, Ms. Dorsa and Ms. Abby, are the kind of people you actually want to see before you've had your coffee. Warm, friendly, never rushed. And Ms. Megan gets the big high fives at pickup -- a whole routine at this point. And the admin leadership, Cidney and Celia, deserve a real shoutout. The communication, the consistency, the tone of the whole school -- that comes from the top. They have built a culture that feels safe, joyful, and intentional. As a first-time mom, I needed somewhere that would support my daughter and make this whole working-mom-life possible. Primrose has done that and more. I'm so grateful we found this place. They have become part of our village -- the good, dependable, loving part. Highly, highly recommend.

This daycare is the GOAT! Super high quality everything, and it's not super expensive, same price…read moreas every other decent day care in the area. Celebree's location is epic, it's right at the bottom of Amazon H2Q, you got beautiful Met Park right next door. I wish my daughter could go here for years! And parents get free coffee lol

I cannot stress enough how wonderful Celebree has been for my family! Having tried a school…read morepreviously, where my four -month-old spent majority of his time laying on his back, Celebree was a phenomenal change. The infant A class provides an age appropriate curriculum that has helped my baby's development in ways I didn't think possible. Ms Linda and Ms Jocelyn are loving, knowledgeable, and provide excellent communication. My baby is excited every time he sees them and I leave for work knowing that he is well taken care of. If there are any parents out there who are worried about finding a safe place for their baby, this is the place for you! A few additional things to note: the school is in a great location, the classrooms are very clean, and there are double doors with access codes.

I don't know whose child I just saw get aggressively snatched on the way back from a walk with a…read moregroup of young kids, but as someone who has worked in childcare, it looked completely wrong. I had to do some research to make sure it was this school, and the uniforms matched up. It stopped me completely in my tracks as I was driving by. There is no reason to act this aggressively with a young child. Hope that gets resolved.

I have two kids ages 2-5 at Early Steps, and I can't say enough good things. It is a loving and…read morenurturing environment with a strong curriculum. There are many pros: - Long hours of operation for working parents - Very dedicated, caring teachers - Bilingual! We do not speak Spanish at home and love hearing our kids speaking the language - Pre-K and K program are advanced and kids leave the school way ahead of their peers in math, reading, writing - Friendly community of parents - Close help with improving behavioral issues common in this age group in a nurturing way - No need to bring food. Kids are served all their meals, and a very nutritious lunch - Performances a few times a year, allowing kids to be comfortable on a stage, singing and dancing - Optional extracurriculars like karate, Ukelele, gymnastics - Summer program with water activities The list is longer. I highly recommend ESPS!

We love Sparkles! We have sent our kids here since they were babies and have had only good…read moreexperiences. All of the teachers are welcoming, kind, and really show care for the children. They do lots of great activities that get the kids thinking and exploring. I like that they let the kids be kids without trying to make them do formal academics (although they do story time, preschool skills like counting, colors etc). Any time that I had any kind of question or concern, the Director is always responsive. I think this is the best daycare in Pentagon City/Crystal City by far. The outdoor area is split into toddler and older kid zones and it's partially covered so there is shade in the summer. They also take the kids on walks sometimes in the nearby office park. It's also easy to do pick ups/drop offs because there is surface parking. They have very low turnover of staff.

My granddaughter started Sparkles Child Care Centers at Center City August 2024. During her time…read moretheir she met some really nice classmates and Amazing staff. My family would like to extend their gratitude and thanks to Mrs. Jill and Mrs. Ericka for their professional, genuine & kind services. As we all know it "Takes A Village"!! There were a few minor concerns that we brought to Mrs. Jill attention. We appreciate her wiliness to listen and taking our concerns into consideration. We wish Sparkles a safe Spring/Summer!!

We have only been at CIS-Fort Scott for 6 months but have been so impressed by the staff and the…read morestrength of the program. The teachers work like such a team, supporting each other and all the children across classrooms expertly. We left a highly rated Montessori school because my son was very unhappy and it has been a night and day experience--particularly, the communication with and care for the parents is the best I've ever had a preschool (this is my third child and we've moved, so we've attended many). Its open door policy and flexibility with families' schedules is a rare find in this area. And the kids feel the warmth and love from the staff--my son has been able to open up and thrive here.

We had 2 children attend CIS North Scott and we loved it! The kids learned a lot without the…read morecurriculum being too intense, and they genuinely loved their teachers. I'd definitely recommend this place for 2-5 year olds. Price is very reasonable compared to other options in the area.

My daughter attended this daycare for several months. I first met Flori at a previous daycare, and…read morefollowed her to this one because I trusted her and I knew that she and my daughter had a positive connection. My daughter was just about a year old at the time. I was impressed at the ownership Flori took with her own new business. She created a great environment for the kids to play. They had fun toys to play with, books to read, and she also did art projects with them. This part of Arlington County is so difficult in terms of finding a spot in a daycare for children under the age of two. I was so relieved that with Flori, I had a seamless transition between the old daycare that closed and her new one that opened. I didn't have to take any days off work between the transition. Flori was also flexible with my schedule, and was happy to let Alexandra stay later if I thought I might need to arrive late from work on a given day. We stopped attending the daycare because we moved to Maryland.

Flori first watched our older son before he went to preschool (at a time when she worked at a…read moredifferent home in a home daycare). Now that she has her own place, she has been caring for our younger son for the last two years, from his earliest months. My husband and I both work full time, and with 2+ years of experience with Flori, we couldn't be happier. Our son adores her and always goes to her happily. Often in the first year, he would cry... when I came to pick him up! He loves being with Flori and we owe her so much for taking such wonderful care of him. Developmentally, Flori helped our son get into a napping/mealtime schedule as an infant, introduced him to many foods as a toddler, and is now working with him through potty training. She sends photos of their activities, including art, songs, and outdoor play, and he is always happy with her. He comes home singing songs in English and Spanish, counting, and talking up a storm. Flori also provides snacks and lunch, which is lifesaving. We also appreciate Flori and Garden of Dreams for flexibility. When we have needed to vary the hours (at either end of the day), Flori has been more than accommodating. She has also been open for many of the smaller closures that tend to affect schools but not working professionals, and has welcomed us bringing both our children to stay with her during snow days or lesser holidays. She has also provided babysitting in the evenings, which is a great resource to have. Flori has a great deal of experience working with children and has always gone above and beyond in doing anything that our son has needed. She loves him like one of her own and we've been very lucky and blessed to have her be the one to spend time with him every day during the week. I recommend Garden of Dreams highly.

My daughters went to Tender Roots when it opened in 2006. We found the atmosphere to be…read moreoutstanding for young minds to develop in a way that made the children want to learn, experience new things and explore. While the original founder, Dusty Rummer, seems to have moved on, looking at the available pictures seems to indicate that her vision and method are still in place, and have been expanded upon. If that's the case, then I would recommend Tender Roots for an early childhood educational venue without any hesitation. My now teenaged girls loved it, and have fond memories of it.

Tender Roots is wonderful, a gentle beginning for your child into exploration and a school…read moreenvironment. There's free play, circle time, exploration, snack, studio time, yoga, music & movement and playground fun! Being able to see your child engage and explore with peers ranging in ages from 9 months to 3 is priceless. One of the biggest comforts is the connections made with parents, increasing each year into a supportive and collaborative community, that stays with you beyond your time at Tender Roots.

St Charles is the perfect place to send your PreK children. There are not many options for 2-year…read moreolds and this has been a blessing for our daughter. After just a few weeks, we noticed an improvement in her social and motor skills. The school is also nestled next to a bunch of cafes so if we show up early for pick-up, there are plenty of places to wait while enjoying a lovely croissant and latte. Unfortunately, the rumor is that the school will be closing after next year. :(

My husband and I are continuously impressed by the quality of the teachers at St. charles; our kids…read morelearn a lot and very much enjoy school. We wanted to share some stories that highlight why we appreciate the school and it's wonderful teachers ... Today our son, Michael, recited the entire Lords Prayer and was so proud of himself :) We very much appreciate the wealth of religious knowledge they gain at school whether it's saying grace or learning biblical stories ... Michael often requests that we take a trip to China. When he asked again today, our daughter, Brianne, started singing "Ni Hao Parker". We couldn't believe it!! We are so appreciative of the education on diversity they receive from their teachers who do an excellent job discussing different countries, cultures and languages with them!! There are countless similar stories ranging from their teachers working with them on motor skills or learning basic skills/concepts or exploring various topics. The school is also very flexible and supportive of our family given that both my husband and I work full time! I would highly recommend this school!

We love the kind, caring teachers here! It's like a family. We especially like how the children are…read moregrouped in a multiage format for various daily activities so the younger children can learn from the older ones and the older ones can learn to be nurturing. Community volunteers enrich the curriculum (ballet, Spanish, music and art).

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We've been part of the LB school for over a year and have been so thankful to find this community!…read moreWIth one child enrolled and another soon to be enrolled, we fully trust the administration, teaching staff, and parent community. The daily activities/weekly themes are creative, educational, and fun. The meals are varied and nutritional. Plus, the outdoor time at playgrounds and neighborhood walks are a huge bonus. The music and Spanish classes every week also make for a well-rounded experience. We looked into many programs in Arlington and have never reconsidered our decision after enrolling at LB. Our child is truly so happy to go to school each day.

Our son has been attending LB fr 2 years now and we couldn't be happier. The class sizes are small…read moreand the teachers are great! Our son has been lucky enough to make a lot of friends and he learns something new each day! I highly recommend enrolling your infant to pre-k child at this center.