McLean Children's Academy

4.8(17 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in McLean, VA

About McLean Children's Academy

McLean Children's Academy has served McLean families since 1983 with preschool and child care for children age 2.6 and older, and it does not take infants. Full-day preschool runs 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and a summer camp is offered. Teachers hold degrees and the ratio is better than 8 to 1. Children try music, drama, creative movement, carpentry, cooking, water and sand play, math, science and reading readiness. Families can email a registration form at no fee to be placed on a waitlist. Lunch can be added for the summer camp. Events through the year include Muffins with Mom, a Halloween parade and a Valentine's Day party, and parents can request a tour. Rated 4.8 from 17 Google reviews, 16 of them five stars and 1 one star.

What reviewers mention: caring environment (5), caring teachers (5), kindergarten readiness (3), academic growth (3), friendships (3), water play (2), small school (2), teacher care (2), field trips (2), welcoming (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes
  • Infants and toddlersNo

  • Waitlist

    Yes

  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes

  • STEM or STEAM

    Yes

  • Enrichment programs

    Yes

  • Summer camp

    Yes

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

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Questions parents ask about McLean Children's Academy

What ages does McLean Children's Academy serve?

McLean Children's Academy takes preschool-age children. It does not take infants. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does McLean Children's Academy cost?

McLean Children's Academy does not publish its tuition online. Call (571) 455-7402 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does McLean Children's Academy accept child care subsidies?

McLean Children's Academy has not said whether it accepts child care subsidies. Call (571) 455-7402 to ask. Virginia's Child Care Subsidy Program only pays providers that take part in it, and many localities keep a waitlist.

What are McLean Children's Academy's hours?

McLean Children's Academy offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at McLean Children's Academy?

McLean Children's Academy has not said whether meals are included. Ask whether you need to pack lunch and snacks.

Does McLean Children's Academy run a summer camp?

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

What teaching approach does McLean Children's Academy use?

McLean Children's Academy offers a STEM or STEAM focus and enrichment programs. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.

Does McLean Children's Academy have a waitlist?

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

Is McLean Children's Academy licensed?

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

McLean Children's Academy is at 6900 Elm St, McLean, VA 22101. Its phone number is (571) 455-7402. It has a 4.8-star rating from 17 Google reviews.

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