Rising Stars Day School

4.9(60 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Herndon, VA

About Rising Stars Day School

Rising Stars Day School is a Reggio Emilia inspired childcare center in Herndon where children spend real time outdoors and explore at their own pace. Rooms run by age: infants from 3 to 16 months with one teacher for every 4 infants, toddlers from 16 months to 3 years with one teacher for every 5, preschool for ages 3 to 4, and a pre-K year for ages 4 to 5 with one teacher for every 10 children. The preschool and pre-K day runs 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and an extended day adds drop off from 7:30 a.m. and pickup until 5:30 p.m. The school is a childcare subsidy vendor, and a summer camp with eight themed weeks is offered. Rated 4.9 from 60 Google reviews, 59 of them five stars and 1 one star.

What reviewers mention: caring teachers (10), small class sizes (5), nature walks (5), outdoor play (5), personalized care (4), confidence building (4), personalized teaching (3), parent involvement (3), engaged teachers (3), infant care (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes
  • Pre-K class

    Yes
  • Infants and toddlers

    Yes
  • Accepts child care subsidies

    Yes
  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes
  • Reggio Emilia

    Yes
  • Summer camp

    Yes

No information yet on tuition listed, waitlist, montessori, spanish immersion, sTEM or STEAM, enrichment programs, meals provided, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about Rising Stars Day School

What ages does Rising Stars Day School serve?

Rising Stars 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 Rising Stars Day School cost?

Rising Stars Day School does not publish its tuition online. Call (703) 264-9078 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does Rising Stars Day School accept child care subsidies?

Yes. Rising Stars Day School says it accepts child care subsidies or certificates. Virginia's Child Care Subsidy Program pays part of the cost for eligible families at participating providers; families apply on CommonHelp or at their local department of social services and pay a copayment. Confirm your eligibility and the school's participation before you enroll.

What are Rising Stars Day School's hours?

Rising Stars Day School offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at Rising Stars Day School?

Rising Stars Day School has not said whether meals are included. Ask whether you need to pack lunch and snacks.

Does Rising Stars Day School run a summer camp?

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

What teaching approach does Rising Stars Day School use?

Rising Stars Day School offers a Reggio Emilia approach. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.

Is Rising Stars Day School licensed?

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

Rising Stars Day School is at 3005 Dower House Dr, Herndon, VA 20171. Its phone number is (703) 264-9078. It has a 4.9-star rating from 60 Google reviews.

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