About The Nest Academy Learning Preschool
The Nest Academy serves families in Del Ray from 2609 Mount Vernon Avenue in Alexandria, with sister schools in Lorton and on Cameron Street in Old Town. It takes children from infancy through kindergarten, with programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, pre-kindergarten and kindergarten, offered full-time or part-time. Hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and extended care may be available on request. The play-based curriculum uses a positive pedagogy philosophy and incorporates STREAM learning: science, technology, reading, engineering, art and math. Children get child-friendly meals and snacks that follow nutrition guidelines, and everyone involved in food service holds Food Service Manager certification. The school reports recognition for child care quality from NECPA. Rated 3.5 from 27 Google reviews, 16 of them five stars and 9 one star.
Services and details
Preschool program
YesPre-K class
YesInfants and toddlers
YesEarly drop-off or late pickup
YesSTEM or STEAM
YesMeals provided
YesStates an accreditation
Yes
No information yet on accepts child care subsidies, tuition listed, waitlist, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, enrichment programs, summer camp. The website did not say; call and ask.
Contact
- (703) 549-1549
- 2609 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
- Website
- View on Google Maps
Questions parents ask about The Nest Academy Learning Preschool
What ages does The Nest Academy Learning Preschool serve?
The Nest Academy Learning Preschool 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 The Nest Academy Learning Preschool cost?
The Nest Academy Learning Preschool does not publish its tuition online. Call (703) 549-1549 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.
Does The Nest Academy Learning Preschool accept child care subsidies?
The Nest Academy Learning Preschool has not said whether it accepts child care subsidies. Call (703) 549-1549 to ask. Virginia's Child Care Subsidy Program only pays providers that take part in it, and many localities keep a waitlist.
What are The Nest Academy Learning Preschool's hours?
The Nest Academy Learning Preschool offers early drop-off or late pickup.
Are meals included at The Nest Academy Learning Preschool?
Yes. The Nest Academy Learning Preschool provides meals or snacks.
What teaching approach does The Nest Academy Learning Preschool use?
The Nest Academy Learning Preschool offers a STEM or STEAM focus. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.
Is The Nest Academy Learning Preschool accredited?
The Nest Academy Learning Preschool states an accreditation on its website. Ask the school which organization accredits it and when the accreditation was last renewed.
Is The Nest Academy Learning Preschool licensed?
This guide does not check licenses. Look up The Nest Academy Learning Preschool 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 The Nest Academy Learning Preschool and how do I contact it?
The Nest Academy Learning Preschool is at 2609 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301. Its phone number is (703) 549-1549. It has a 3.5-star rating from 27 Google reviews.
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