Ballston Children's Center

4.8(46 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Arlington, VA

About Ballston Children's Center

Ballston Children's Center has served Arlington children ages 2½ to 5 since 1996 as a daycare and preschool. Teachers average over 15 years there, and the program blends hands-on learning with Spanish, yoga, dance, music, performances on a dedicated stage, gym time, library time and daily outdoor play. Pre-K virtual classes and a kindergarten readiness program prepare children for elementary school. Outdoors there are two spaces: a tree-shaded playground with 10,000 square feet of play space and a fenced grassy field of about 6,000 square feet. Meals and a summer program are part of the offering, and on-site parking makes drop-off and pick-up quick. The center is licensed and regularly inspected by the Virginia Department of Education. Rated 4.8 from 46 Google reviews, 43 of them five stars.

What reviewers mention: confidence building (9), yoga (9), caring teachers (8), preschool (7), kindergarten preparation (6), theatrical performances (6), shaded playground (2), parent shows (2), community feel (2), reasonable rates (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes

  • Pre-K class

    Yes

  • Enrichment programs

    Yes

  • Meals provided

    Yes

  • Summer camp

    Yes

No information yet on infants and toddlers, accepts child care subsidies, tuition listed, waitlist, early drop-off or late pickup, 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 Ballston Children's Center

What ages does Ballston Children's Center serve?

Ballston Children's Center takes preschool-age children and a pre-K class. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does Ballston Children's Center cost?

Ballston Children's Center does not publish its tuition online. Call (703) 527-7200 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does Ballston Children's Center accept child care subsidies?

Ballston Children's Center has not said whether it accepts child care subsidies. Call (703) 527-7200 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 Ballston Children's Center?

Yes. Ballston Children's Center provides meals or snacks.

Does Ballston Children's Center run a summer camp?

Yes. Ballston Children's Center runs a summer camp. Ask about dates, ages and whether current students get first choice of spots.

What teaching approach does Ballston Children's Center use?

Ballston Children's Center offers enrichment programs. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.

Is Ballston Children's Center licensed?

This guide does not check licenses. Look up Ballston Children's Center 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 Ballston Children's Center and how do I contact it?

Ballston Children's Center is at 3850 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203. Its phone number is (703) 527-7200. It has a 4.8-star rating from 46 Google reviews.

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