Welcome to Madame Curie Preschool in Herndon, VA! We are a private early learning school serving toddlers, preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten students. For more than 10 years, Northern Virginia families have trusted us to provide nurturing child care and a strong academic foundation that supports children year after year.

Our preschool program combines structured academics, hands-on exploration, and social-emotional development so children grow into confident, curious, and capable learners. At Madame Curie Preschool, children build both academic skills and social confidence within one supportive learning community.

Families looking for preschool, daycare, or child care in Herndon appreciate our balanced approach that supports each child’s development while preparing them for future academic success.

Program:

Madame Curie Preschool provides care for children from 18 months to 5 years old. We operate year-round, Monday through Friday, and offer flexible program options designed to meet the needs of busy families.

Our programs include:

✨ Full-Day – 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
✨ Half-Day – 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM
✨ Summer Camp Program (Mid-June to Mid-August for children up to 8 years old)

During the summer, children enjoy themed weekly activities, STEAM projects, outdoor play, creative arts, and engaging learning experiences that keep them active and curious.

Tuition includes daily meals prepared in a tree-nut- and peanut-free environment. Madame Curie Preschool proudly participates in the Virginia Child Care Subsidy Program, allowing eligible families to apply voucher subsidy benefits toward tuition costs.

Why Families Choose Us:

At Madame Curie Preschool, we provide a balanced approach that combines nurturing care with strong academic preparation. Our school offers age-specific classrooms for toddlers, preschoolers, Pre-K students, and Kindergarten, allowing each child to learn in an environment thoughtfully designed for their developmental stage.

Our curriculum emphasizes phonics-based early literacy, strong math foundations, and STEAM exploration to help children build the skills needed for kindergarten success. Through small-group instruction and engaging classroom activities, children develop independence, curiosity, and confidence as learners.

We encourage children to become problem-solvers early in life by asking questions, thinking critically, and discovering solutions in both academic and everyday situations. Our goal is to nurture curiosity, build confidence in early math and language skills, and inspire a lifelong love of learning.

Our experienced teachers bring 5 to 10+ years of early childhood teaching experience and hold CPR, First Aid, and MAT certifications. They are dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment.

Many families join Madame Curie Preschool during the toddler years and continue through Preschool, Pre-K, and Kindergarten, allowing children to grow academically and socially within one consistent and supportive learning community. With more than a decade of successful operation in Herndon, Madame Curie Preschool offers stability, consistency, and individualized attention for every child.

Curriculum:

Madame Curie Preschool follows a STEAM+ curriculum (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics supported by Language Arts, Motor Skills, and Social-Emotional Development). With dedicated classrooms for each stage of early education, an indoor gym, and a fenced outdoor play area, children learn and grow through a thoughtfully designed progression that builds character, confidence, and leadership skills.

Our early childhood program begins in the Toddler Classroom (18 months to 2 years), where children are gently introduced to structured learning in a warm and secure environment. Teachers focus on language development, social interaction, and classroom routines through activities such as yoga, dance, arts and crafts, and guided play. During this stage, children also begin learning important values such as kindness, sharing, and respect.

As children progress through Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and Kindergarten, learning becomes more structured while maintaining a supportive classroom atmosphere. Students develop foundational academic skills including early reading and writing readiness, number sense, problem solving, and independent work habits.

Through small-group instruction and engaging activities, children grow in confidence, responsibility, and leadership, preparing them for success in elementary school.

We invite families looking for preschool or child care in Herndon to schedule a tour and visit our classrooms. Meeting our teachers and seeing the learning environment firsthand is the best way to experience how children grow with confidence from toddler through Kindergarten at Madame Curie Preschool. We would love to meet your family and answer any questions you may have! 😊