Daycares in Washington DC

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Recent Reviews for in Washington DC
Fathema Johra Family Child Care, DC
"Love fathema's daycare. it's simple, no frills and lots of love. our little one is very attached to fathema and we feel at peace in this homey environment." Read More
My Sunshine DMV, Takoma Park
"MY SUNSHINE day care was the best experience for my little one! In the short time she was there I can tell how much she was learning! The staff truly took their time to cultivate" Read More
Frequently Asked Questions
How many daycares are there in Washington?
There are 434 daycares in Washington, based on CareLuLu data. This includes 125 home-based programs and 309 centers.
How much does daycare cost in Washington?
The cost of daycare in Washington is $1,131 per month. This is the average price for full-time, based on CareLuLu data, including homes and centers.
How many daycares accept infants in Washington?
Based on CareLuLu data, 270 daycares care for infants (as well as toddlers). This includes 110 home-based programs and 160 centers.
How many daycares offer part-time care or drop-in care in Washington?
Based on CareLuLu data, 147 daycares offer part-time care or drop-in care in Washington.
How many daycares teach a foreign language in Washington (Spanish, French, Chinese, etc.)?
Based on CareLuLu data, 120 daycares speak at least one foreign language. Most common languages include Spanish, French, Amharic, Tagalog and Chinese.
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