The Children’s School

5.0(4 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Arlington, VA

About The Children’s School

The Children's School is a non-profit child care and early education program at 4770 Langston Blvd in Arlington, founded in 1987 by Arlington Public Schools employees. It was the first childcare facility in the United States owned and operated by employees of a large school system, and it sits in a dedicated facility at Langston Boulevard and Glebe Road. The inclusive, community-based program is licensed for children from infancy to age 5 and is open year-round from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Discounted tuition rates are available to families of APS employees. It partners with the APS Integration Station on integrated education programs. Waitlist applications are open for the 2026-27 school year. Rated 5.0 from 4 Google reviews, all of them five stars.

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Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes

  • Infants and toddlers

    Yes

  • Waitlist

    Yes

  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes

No information yet on pre-K class, accepts child care subsidies, tuition listed, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, sTEM or STEAM, enrichment programs, meals provided, summer camp, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about The Children’s School

What ages does The Children’s School serve?

The Children’s School takes infants and toddlers and preschool-age children. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does The Children’s School cost?

The Children’s School does not publish its tuition online. Call (703) 462-5180 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does The Children’s School accept child care subsidies?

The Children’s School has not said whether it accepts child care subsidies. Call (703) 462-5180 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 Children’s School's hours?

The Children’s School offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at The Children’s School?

The Children’s School has not said whether meals are included. Ask whether you need to pack lunch and snacks.

Does The Children’s School have a waitlist?

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

Is The Children’s School licensed?

This guide does not check licenses. Look up The Children’s 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 The Children’s School and how do I contact it?

The Children’s School is at 4770 Langston Blvd., Arlington, VA 22207. Its phone number is (703) 462-5180. It has a 5.0-star rating from 4 Google reviews.

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