Absolutely love this place! Our daughter started when she was 4 years old and she learned so much…read moreso fast. Best decision we made to enroll her here. The staffs are always friendly, professional and courteous. Most importantly, this is a safe place for children to learn and the children are always being monitored/cared for (security is always important). The Principal is always paying close attention to who comes in and out of their building. The teachers won't release the children unless she sees the parents. Mrs Fell & Mrs Culpepper are amazing teachers & our child absolutely adores them! Two thumbs way up for this awesome Pre-School!!

Our daughter just started attending Ravensworth in the fall of 2015. She absolutely loves each and…read moreevery day she attends! The teachers are caring, patient and professional. The children get a well-rounded experience with activities such as art, music, field trips, recess and even yoga. In the short time that our daughter has been attending, she has developed leaps and bounds. I highly recommend Ravensworth PDO for anyone seeking an affordable, caring, nuturing and professional environment.

I enrolled my daughter at this location with high expectations for a safe, nurturing, attentive,…read moreand structured learning environment. Unfortunately, my experience over time raised several concerns that ultimately led to me seeing the truth about this location. One of my primary concerns was basic hygiene and attentiveness. On multiple occasions, I picked my daughter up with visible food residue still on her face. I also observed dried nasal discharge on her face and even on the back of her hand, as if she had attempted to clean herself. I began noticing similar issues with other children as well, including children walking around with excessively runny noses for extended periods without staff intervention. I'm sure this is why the kids are always sick. In addition, there appeared to be a lack of situational awareness when it came to children's comfort and supervision. There were times where clothing did not seem appropriate for the weather, which further reflected a lack of attentiveness to individual needs. They would take the children outside without coats while it's cold. More concerning were multiple safety incidents involving my daughter that were handled in an extremely dismissive manner. One incident I personally witnessed on camera involved another child pushing my daughter three times back-to-back until she fell to the ground, while a teacher stood directly beside them without intervening. Later that same day, I noticed a bruise on my daughter's leg. When I reported this to the director, Erin, I was told the video showed my daughter "falling into the teacher's lap," which did not align with what I personally observed on camera. I was also informed that no incident report would be completed because the injury was not from the neck up. Another incident involved my daughter being struck in the head with a toy by another child, leaving her with a swollen bruise and lump that was black, blue, and purple. At pickup, staff appeared very nonchalant about the situation, simply stating that they "put ice on it" and that these things were "normal." While discussing this incident with staff, another child nearby was actively biting another child while staff stood around without immediately intervening. When I pointed this out, the response I received was dismissive instead of reassuring. I also observed what appeared to be inconsistent treatment and favoritism within the center. When I inquired about my daughter transitioning to the next classroom as she approached the appropriate age, I was told it would not be possible because of lack of space and something regarding the way they pick who goes to the next class. However, I personally observed the director's granddaughter transition out of the same classroom within approximately 2-3 weeks. She doesn't talk, isn't potty trained and is only two months older than my daughter. Her mom confirmed these things to me personally. This raised concerns for me regarding whether policies and opportunities were being applied equally to all families. In addition to these concerns, I often was dismissed when attempting to advocate for my child. Erin's communication style frequently came across as condescending, defensive, racist and lacking empathy whenever concerns were raised. Rather than feeling supported as a parent, I often left interactions feeling unheard and uncomfortable. I also recorded my second raised concern that I had with Erin. So if anyone wants proof on the way she handles things, I will send you the video! There were also instances where staff appeared more focused on phones and side conversations than actively engaging with the children. The environment is more like passive babysitting than a structured educational setting focused on child development and attentive care. My daughter went from talking and being expressive to crying and whining all the time. When I asked to speak to the owner Erin continuously lied and made excuses. For $525 per week (approximately $2,100 per month), parents should be able to expect attentive supervision, professionalism, cleanliness, accountability, and equitable treatment. Unfortunately, that was not my experience. Also the front desk worker Suzie as well is extremely disrespectful. I just left the school so upset that this is the way they handle people who pay their hard earned money. Erin is a liar as well. She claimed I was rude and used profanity when my child was hit on by another child. Which is a lie! Watch the cameras for one full day while your child is there and I PROMISE YOU WILL NOT WANT YOUR CHILD ATTENDING THIS EXPENSIVE BABY SITTER! UPDATE: Notice every response is signed "Karim B. (Owner) mine is "Center Administration and Compliance Team". Erin is in fact a big part of the problem. Parents can draw their own conclusions regarding how concerns are handled when serious safety and supervision issues are raised.

Leaving Kiddie Academy of Alexandria is so bittersweet for our family. Both of our children have…read morebeen here since they were just 12 weeks old, and watching them grow up in such a loving environment has been a beautiful experience. It's the kind of place where everyone knows your kids, greets them with a smile, and treats them like family. We are so sad to say goodbye. The wonderful teachers will always have a special place in my heart, and I cannot recommend this daycare enough to any parent looking for a safe, loving place for their little ones. They really are the best.

This has to be the most unprofessional atmosphere we have ever observed…read more The leadership or "mentors" could care less about the children. They let them act unruly in public settings with screaming, kicking one another, while these adults converse with each other or stuck in their phones. We observed these multiple afternoons from a balcony next the playground and was in shock how misbehaved the children were. These children lacked the discipline and control from 4-5:30 daily, and disrespectful to the community as well. We are so disappointed to see the lack of effort in this "School" ... This place is a day care only and should be embarrassed... Do not have your children come here.

I have had the worst experiences when it comes to childcare in the DMV. When I first applied to…read moreCelebree, I could not believe how open, transparent, and informed they were. There was a little bit of a waiting period because the school wasn't open just yet. But during that wait period, my son and I still had a chance to interact with both the teachers and the parents. Every question I had was answered with meaningful intention. They truly and honestly made it feel like a second home for my toddler. The time and attention given to each parent, child, and staff member shows how much effort is put into upholding the Celebree Values. * Communication: 10/10 They use the "HiMama" app where everything from the fire drills to the daily report is consistently uploaded daily. Recently my toddler was sick and had to stay home for a week. If I didn't reach out to the team someone from the team would reach out to check on him. * Culture: 10/10 They focus a lot on the kids and parents comfortability. If my son isn't feeling well or is just having a bad day they go above and beyond to understand what's going rather than just brush it off as an off day. They have parent events to have the parents connect with not only the teachers but other parents as well. * Curriculum: 10/10 I love the structure the curriculum because it's geared more towards comprehension and not solely memorization. For example: He knows how to count to 20 but does he know what the quantity actually looks like. * Procedures and Policies: 10/10 Safety is a number one priority for me so I spent a lot of time interviewing them about the safety procedures and policies. They have a policy in place for every and any issue you could possible think of. They have an open door policy and I can't count the amount of time I have dropped in to say hi or ask questions. * Facility: 10/10 I love that everything is always clean and childproof. The playground is on top of the roof which I know sounds like the most dangerous thing but the security around the playground is very reassuring. The structure of the multiple fences does not allow any devastating accidents. They do not leave the building outside of fire drills. The toys and books are up-to-date and well kept. Everything is very aesthetically pleasing. * Staff: 10/10 Each and every teacher has been amazing! My son is extremely excited each day to go to school so that he can see his teachers and friends. Life happens and sometimes teachers have to rotate out but the quality of care does not change. The staff makes sure know each student whether they are in their class or not. The Admin team really is the DREAM TEAM! The work like a well oiled machine the way the support each other, the staff, the kids, and the parents. * Ms. Shawn has to be one of the best support manager. She takes her time to connect with every student and parent. When I have a problem she has already began working on the solution! One moment she will bring doing Admin duties and the next she is in the classes teaching the kids. She does a lot of work to make sure the needs of everyone in the Celebree Family is met. * Ms. Jana is AH-MAY-ZING! She is the conductor of this train. Although she has worked in childcare for many years she is not jaded and somehow is able to give each child and parent consistent love and care. She brought us in and made sure we felt like family. She has even improved my parenting with all types of advice, tips, and tricks. * Mr. Mohammad and Mrs. Ayesha have been welcoming and open from the very beginning. I was hesitant because you never really get to form a bond with the owners of a daycare but they make sure to not just "show face" but actively be inside of the classrooms assisting the teachers with anything they need. I really wanted to make sure that this team of amazing people received their praises! I really appreciate each and every person that is apart of the Celebree Family.

I worked here AND had my child here. On both ends this school was terrible. Thankfully I was always…read morearound to keep an eye on my daughter. At the time she was 14 months old. I hated the people that watched her. I caught her crying unattended so many times. I can't even imagine what it would've been like if I wasn't around. They also paid the bare minimum and made you work with the entire class of children BY YOURSELF!

We are very happy with the care that our kids have received at Springfield Academy. The teachers…read moreare very caring. My kids have a lot of fun and learn so much while there!

Good location for childcare. Offers care for infants, toddlers, 2s, 3s, 4s and Pre-Kindergarten…read more They also provide childcare for afterschool care.

We did a tour of the facility and it looked like an orphanage. There were kids crying with their…read morerunny nose all the way in their mouth while the "caretakers" were talking to each other and completely ignoring them. As soon as we walked in they immediately started tending to the kids and when we went to the other room, they were back to ignoring the kids. The toys were filthy although they claimed to clean them every day. In another classroom, the "caretaker" was yelling at the child who was trying to get her attention while another one was saying "I'm just going to ignore you. We saw two different kids in the bathrooms with the lights off and the doors open while nobody was helping them. They couldn't pay me to put my child in this facility.

Our family was part of this school for two years, and in the beginning we truly felt at home. The…read moreteachers cared, our children were happy, and it felt like a community. Things changed after new leadership came in. The atmosphere shifted, communication became strained, and we started to feel pushed out. At one point our child's personal information was shared, which crossed a line for us. This used to be a warm and welcoming place that valued different backgrounds and perspectives. Sadly, that sense of inclusion is gone. I hope one day it becomes that kind of space again, but right now I wouldn't recommend it to families looking for a safe or supportive environment.

Outside, nature and play-based education - so the kids are having fun and don't even realize…read morethey're learning. My 5yo and 3yo are both thriving. It's a great community for children (and their parents too, let's be honest), and we are so glad every day that we found this hidden gem of a preschool.

Choosing a daycare is one of the biggest decisions a parent can make, and when our son started at…read moreKinderCare Alexandria at just 11 months old, we were incredibly nervous about the transition. From the very beginning, the entire staff made our family feel welcomed, supported, and completely at ease. The teachers and staff are attentive, compassionate, and genuinely care about every child in their classrooms. They take the time to build meaningful relationships not only with the children, but with each family as well. It's clear that they are deeply invested in every child's happiness, development, and success. Over the past year, we've watched our son grow in so many ways. He's become more confident, social, curious, and independent, and we truly believe the nurturing environment at KinderCare has played a huge role in that growth. Every day, we know he's being cared for by people who love what they do and treat him with kindness and patience. We are so grateful to have found this center. The peace of mind they've given us as parents is priceless, and we cannot thank the staff enough for the love, encouragement, and care they've shown our son. We wholeheartedly recommend KinderCare Alexandria to any family looking for a safe, supportive, and enriching place for their child.

Sent both of my children here for multiple years and always received outstanding care for them. The…read moreteachers and administrators genuinely care for the kids and support them. As a parent I always felt like I was putting my children into a safe and loving environment.

We've been part of this daycare since 2021 when my oldest daughter had just turned 2. My two kids…read morehave attended both locations, and the teachers and directors at every level have consistently been so patient, caring, and dedicated to helping the kids learn and grow. The teachers have helped countless kids potty train, learn their ABCs and numbers, and Spanish over the years. The kids also have weekly specials like zumba, ballet, art, computing for Pre-K, and water play in the summer. There are musical shows twice a year, along with fun traditions like trunk-or-treat and a 4th of July parade. Most importantly, children here feel loved, supported, and are very prepared for Kindergarten. My kids and I have made lifelong friendships with so many other families because of this special community- such a wonderful place!

We love BBDS! We have been at Building Blocks since early 2023 and it is the warmest, most loving…read morelittle school. The teachers all know each child and family member by name, and our daughter has grown and learned so much since starting there. We will be sad when she graduates next year- would highly recommend to anyone in the area!