Crystal City Children's Center

5.0(17 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Arlington, VA

About Crystal City Children's Center

Parent-run and nonprofit since 1987, Crystal City Children's Center cares for children from 12 weeks to 5 years near Potomac Yard in Arlington. It is open year-round, Monday through Friday, 7 am to 6 pm. Classrooms follow The Creative Curriculum alongside Al's Pals, and the oldest children get ready for kindergarten with early literacy, math and science projects. Weekly enrichment includes Funtastic Fitness, Spanish, Tots with Tempo music, dance and Storytime with Mother Goose. Tuition covers breakfast, hot lunch and an afternoon snack, plus supplies and field trips. When a classroom is full, families can join a waitlist for a $125 fee. Former students can return for summer camp and school days off until age 7. Rated 5.0 from 17 Google reviews, all five stars.

What reviewers mention: music classes (5), loving staff (4), fostering (2), natural light (2), safe place (2), nurturing environment (2), programming (2), infant care (2), exceptional care (2), fitness classes (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes

  • Pre-K class

    Yes

  • Infants and toddlers

    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, tuition listed, 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 Crystal City Children's Center

What ages does Crystal City Children's Center serve?

Crystal City Children's Center 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 Crystal City Children's Center cost?

Crystal City Children's Center does not publish its tuition online. Call (703) 979-2770 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does Crystal City Children's Center accept child care subsidies?

Crystal City Children's Center has not said whether it accepts child care subsidies. Call (703) 979-2770 to ask. Virginia's Child Care Subsidy Program only pays providers that take part in it, and many localities keep a waitlist.

What are Crystal City Children's Center's hours?

Crystal City Children's Center offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at Crystal City Children's Center?

Yes. Crystal City Children's Center provides meals or snacks.

Does Crystal City Children's Center run a summer camp?

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

What teaching approach does Crystal City Children's Center use?

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

Does Crystal City Children's Center have a waitlist?

Yes. Crystal City Children's Center keeps a waitlist. Ask how long the current wait is for your child's age and how to get on the list.

Is Crystal City Children's Center licensed?

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

Crystal City Children's Center is at 3650 S Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22202. Its phone number is (703) 979-2770. It has a 5.0-star rating from 17 Google reviews.

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