American Day School

5.0(3 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Alexandria, VA

About American Day School

American Day School in Alexandria cares for and teaches children from 8 weeks up to 6 years, with separate infant, toddler and pre-school programs. The school added an infant program on North Henry Street in 2009 and opened a third location on Oronoco Street in 2012. Children start the preschool program once they are at least 2 years old by September 30. The curriculum is theme-based and covers math and science, early literacy, physical education, Learning Without Tears handwriting, outdoor play and field trips, with STEAM based activities in Pre-School 2 and Pre-K. Toddler II students have a daily introduction to Spanish and a fitness program. A summer day camp runs themed weeks of arts and crafts, music and letter games, with visiting puppet and magic shows. Families can join a wait list through an online form. Rated 5.0 from 3 Google reviews, all five stars.

What reviewers mention: infant classroom (2), caring teachers (2), ADS (2), infant (2), classroom (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes

  • Pre-K class

    Yes

  • Infants and toddlers

    Yes

  • Waitlist

    Yes

  • STEM or STEAM

    Yes

  • Enrichment programs

    Yes

  • Summer camp

    Yes

No information yet on accepts child care subsidies, tuition listed, early drop-off or late pickup, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, meals provided, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about American Day School

What ages does American Day School serve?

American Day School takes infants and toddlers, preschool-age children and a pre-K class. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does American Day School cost?

American Day School does not publish its tuition online. Call (703) 837-0099 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does American Day School accept child care subsidies?

American Day School has not said whether it accepts child care subsidies. Call (703) 837-0099 to ask. Virginia's Child Care Subsidy Program only pays providers that take part in it, and many localities keep a waitlist.

Are meals included at American Day School?

American Day School has not said whether meals are included. Ask whether you need to pack lunch and snacks.

Does American Day School run a summer camp?

Yes. American Day School runs a summer camp. Ask about dates, ages and whether current students get first choice of spots.

What teaching approach does American Day School use?

American Day School offers a STEM or STEAM focus and enrichment programs. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.

Does American Day School have a waitlist?

Yes. American Day School keeps a waitlist. Ask how long the current wait is for your child's age and how to get on the list.

Is American Day School licensed?

This guide does not check licenses. Look up American Day School in the Virginia Department of Education's Search for Child Care tool (linked from childcare.virginia.gov) to see its license or exemption and its inspection reports.

Where is American Day School and how do I contact it?

American Day School is at 501 N Henry St, Alexandria, VA 22314. Its phone number is (703) 837-0099. It has a 5.0-star rating from 3 Google reviews.

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