Little River Day School

4.5(41 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Alexandria, VA

About Little River Day School

Little River Day School has served infants through Pre-K since 1999 from 5510 Cherokee Avenue, near the meeting of I-395, I-495 and I-95. It offers full-time and drop-in child care for ages 12 weeks through Pre-K, with separate infant and toddler rooms and preschool and Pre-K classes. Drop-in days cost $100 each, subject to space. The day includes music, stories, sensory play, outdoor play and themed activities, and families get a daily report covering meals, naps, diapering or toilet training and activities. A sample lunch menu is published. A summer camp adds in-house visits, art projects, and music and dance programs. Parents can join a waitlist for future enrollment. Hours run 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday. Rated 4.5 from 41 Google reviews, 36 of them five stars and 4 one star.

What reviewers mention: nurturing environment (8), caring teachers (6), cleanliness (4), flexible schedule (2), compassionate guidance (2), safe structure (2), sense of community (2), academic skills (2), summer activities (2), social development (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes

  • Pre-K class

    Yes

  • Infants and toddlers

    Yes

  • Tuition listed

    Yes

  • Waitlist

    Yes

  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes

  • Enrichment programs

    Yes

  • Meals provided

    Yes

  • Summer camp

    Yes

No information yet on accepts child care subsidies, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, sTEM or STEAM, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about Little River Day School

What ages does Little River Day School serve?

Little River 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 Little River Day School cost?

Little River Day School publishes its tuition on its own website. Rates change, so confirm the current rate and any registration fee with the school.

Does Little River Day School accept child care subsidies?

Little River Day School has not said whether it accepts child care subsidies. Call (703) 642-5911 to ask. Virginia's Child Care Subsidy Program only pays providers that take part in it, and many localities keep a waitlist.

What are Little River Day School's hours?

Little River Day School offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at Little River Day School?

Yes. Little River Day School provides meals or snacks.

Does Little River Day School run a summer camp?

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

What teaching approach does Little River Day School use?

Little River Day School offers enrichment programs. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.

Does Little River Day School have a waitlist?

Yes. Little River 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 Little River Day School licensed?

This guide does not check licenses. Look up Little River 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 Little River Day School and how do I contact it?

Little River Day School is at 5510 Cherokee Ave #130, Alexandria, VA 22312. Its phone number is (703) 642-5911. It has a 4.5-star rating from 41 Google reviews.

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