Top Part Time Daycares in Alexandria, VA
The Goddard School of Alexandria - Old Town is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features an indoor gym, outdoor playgrounds, and a creative dramatic arts space. We...
Twos Classroom
In the Twos classroom, patient, caring teachers guide children through playful exploration. They help your little one navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity. Your toddler is constantly learning new things about the world around them. At The Goddard School®, our team is here to work with your little one every day as they play, learn and gain the skills they need to prepare for preschool. Our Wonder of Learning™ education program will immerse your child in literacy, science, arts and math brought together in one activity for a more holistic—and fun—approach to learning.
Toddler Classroom
As toddlers are rapidly developing both physically and cognitively, the Toddler classroom is where their natural curiosity is fostered, and their language and communication skills are nurtured. A lifelong love of learning starts early, and we believe in providing brand-new learners with the tools they need to be successful. In the Toddler classroom, our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, comes to life as expert teachers harness children’s natural curiosity, guiding them to explore the world around them through hands-on learning, play and asking questions. Teachers support your child's social-emotional growth while helping them develop important physical skills. Your little one will build social awareness, form meaningful connections with others and have plenty of opportunities to strengthen essential skills like persistence and independence.
Also offers: Preschool Classroom, Bridge Classroom
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The Goddard School of Kingstowne - Franconia/Springfield is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features a dramatic arts studio, a hands-on learning kitchen, and...
Twos Classroom
In the Twos classroom, patient, caring teachers guide children through playful exploration. They help your little one navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity. Your toddler is constantly learning new things about the world around them. At The Goddard School®, our team is here to work with your little one every day as they play, learn and gain the skills they need to prepare for preschool. Our Wonder of Learning™ education program will immerse your child in literacy, science, arts and math brought together in one activity for a more holistic—and fun—approach to learning.
Toddler Classroom
As toddlers are rapidly developing both physically and cognitively, the Toddler classroom is where their natural curiosity is fostered, and their language and communication skills are nurtured. A lifelong love of learning starts early, and we believe in providing brand-new learners with the tools they need to be successful. In the Toddler classroom, our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, comes to life as expert teachers harness children’s natural curiosity, guiding them to explore the world around them through hands-on learning, play and asking questions. Teachers support your child's social-emotional growth while helping them develop important physical skills. Your little one will build social awareness, form meaningful connections with others and have plenty of opportunities to strengthen essential skills like persistence and independence.
Also offers: Bridge Classroom, Preschool Classroom
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Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom.
Also offers: Twos, Preschool, Early Preschool
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Every day, we’re nurturing young learners and preparing children for a bright future. At Childtime, our sensitive, respectful teachers are building trusting, secure relationships with children that...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
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My childcare is located at Seminary Road in Alexandria, VA. I provide care for children starting from 6 weeks old. We help children learn through positive reinforcement, support language and literacy...
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Our hope is that you’ll find us to be a perfect learning center that will provide a nurturing environment. We offer a bilingual program where the children are introduced to spanish through vocabulary...
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I am a dedicated and compassionate childcare provider with a genuine love for working with children. I focus on creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where each child feels valued and...
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Welcome to Haimi’s Home Child Care! We provide a warm, loving, and safe environment where your child can thrive. Our home-based setting offers a cozy and familiar atmosphere, ensuring each child feels...
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Tierra Encantada Ford provides high-quality childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and is conveniently located on Ford Avenue near King Street in Alexandria. At Tierra, we care for the...
Infants
Your baby will be in safe, loving arms as they develop important physical, social and emotional skills. Our classrooms are filled with a variety of engaging musical experiences to support your little ones development. Take a moment to listen (and dance) to one of our playlists. Children engage with colors, textures, and a variety of materials each day, to creatively express themselves and the world they see! Our rooms are lined with shelves of toys that encourage children to investigate, discover, reason, and organize their knowledge… all while playing with friends!
Toddlers
This classroom provides support and encouragement to help toddlers confidently explore and develop new skills, language and ideas. Our classrooms are filled with a variety of engaging musical experiences to support your little ones development. Take a moment to listen (and dance) to one of our playlists. Children engage with colors, textures, and a variety of materials each day, to creatively express themselves and the world they see! Our rooms are lined with shelves of toys that encourage children to investigate, discover, reason, and organize their knowledge… all while playing with friends!
Also offers: Preschool
Speaks Spanish
Old Town Montessori School offers a nurturing, authentic Montessori preschool and kindergarten program for children in the Old Town Alexandria area. Our thoughtfully prepared classrooms are filled...
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Catholic preschool and childcare program helping children develop physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual skills in preparation for Kindergarten. Children learn colors, shapes, and...
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Private AMI school offering early childhood education for preschoolers along with an elementary program through sixth grade. Mixed-age primary classes allow toddlers and kindergarten children to work...
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With over 20 years of dedicated childcare experience, I’ve devoted my life to nurturing and raising children with love, patience, and unwavering care. I provide a safe, clean, and structured...
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Hello, and welcome to Little Hands Daycare! I'm Soliyana, the founder, and I am so excited to share our cozy, family-centered space with you. As a parent myself, I know how important it is to find a...
Infant
Our Infant Program provides a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for babies from six weeks to twelve months old. Program Highlights- Individualized care, Sensory and motor exploration, communication and social emotional growth.
Toddler Care Program
Welcome to our in-home toddler program, where we provide a warm, secure, and personalized setting for children aged one to three years. Our small group size allows us to give each child the individualized attention they need to thrive and feel confident.
Also offers: Preschool Program
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For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. We combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun,...
Infants
In our Infant program, we focus on keeping each baby happy, comfortable, and eager to explore their classroom. Teachers use positive interactions to support each baby’s mental, physical, and social development in a safe, nurturing environment. We follow babies’ cues and provide individualized schedules. Our Baby Sign Language program helps teachers connect with infants, building trust and supporting early language skills. Families stay connected with daily updates and photos through our Links 2 Home app.
Beginners
In our Beginner program for ages 2–3, children build confidence and independence through self-help skills like dressing themselves and washing their hands. Teachers support big emotions and encourage curiosity with hands-on activities. Our Links to Learning curriculum builds vocabulary, introduces early math concepts, and helps children begin to use simple reasoning. Spanish is gently introduced, enriching their learning environment.
Also offers: Toddlers, Intermediates
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NOVA Early Learning’s Lincolnia Campus provides caring, quality daycare in Alexandria, VA. The Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning has been a leader in early childhood education in the...
Two's
Our two-year-old program focuses on stimulating language, creativity, and cognitive skills along with social and physical growth. A day-to-day schedule and weekly plan is created and shared with parents for these six areas. Each day your child experiences creative play, story time, art, language development, music and movement along with other activities designed to promote all areas of development.
Preschool
Designed to develop a natural and life long excitement for learning, our three-year-old students learn how to build early writing and literacy skills, engage in concrete mathematical experiences and learn how to make friends. This is done as the children listen to stories, re-tell events, and perform dramatic play with puppets and props. Hands-on activities provide opportunities for exploration of concepts such as classification, serration, spatial relationships and numbers.
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Give your child an excellent start at Guidepost Montessori at West Alex. Our accredited programs for Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Kindergarten age children offer a safe, inspiring space to learn,...
Toddler
Our mixed-age Toddler program nurtures your child’s natural curiosity and growing independence. In a carefully prepared Montessori environment, toddlers engage in hands-on activities that build confidence, coordination, and a sense of belonging. Each day includes joyful movement, music, storytelling, and purposeful work—from watering plants to brushing their hair—that helps children develop practical life skills and contribute meaningfully to their classroom community. Along the way, they form friendships, strengthen communication, and learn to navigate the world with confidence. Full-Time tuition listed. Part-time and flexible scheduling options are also available. Contact this location for more details.
Children's House Preschool
Our Children’s House preschool and pre-K program lays a strong foundation for academic and social success by honoring each child’s natural drive to learn. In this mixed-age Montessori environment, children explore subjects like math, language, science, and geography through hands-on materials and individualized lessons. The daily routine also includes real-world activities—such as preparing snacks or watering plants - that build independence, confidence, and a sense of purpose. As they grow at their own pace, children develop critical thinking, leadership, empathy, and the skills they need to thrive in kindergarten and beyond. Full-Time tuition listed. Part-time and flexible scheduling options are also available. Contact this location for more details.
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Licensed home-based family daycare located in Alexandria, Virginia. Provides care for children ages 3 months to 5 years in a safe, clean, and nurturing environment. Offers full-time and part-time...
Evita infant Care
Loving home-based infant care for babies ages 6 weeks to 18 months. Safe, nurturing environment with individualized attention, daily routines, and developmentally appropriate activities. Licensed and accepting subsidy.
Evita Toddler Care
Toddler care program focused on early development, social skills, and age-appropriate learning activities in a safe, nurturing home environment.
Also offers: Evita Home Daycare, Evita Preschool Care
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We are a warm, family-centered home daycare with over 22 years of continuous operation and 25 years of childcare experience. We provide a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where children...
Shining Star Kids Care
We are a warm, family-centered home daycare with over 22 years of continuous operation and 25 years of childcare experience. We provide a safe, nurturing, and structured environment. Through age-appropriate activities, children develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
Shining Star Kids Care
We are a warm, family-centered home daycare with over 22 years of continuous operation and 25 years of childcare experience. We provide a safe, nurturing, and structured environment. Through age-appropriate activities, children develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
Also offers: Shining Star Kids Care
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NOVA Early Learning’s Early Development Center (EDC, also called our “Landsdowne II Campus” sometimes) provides caring, quality daycare in Alexandria, VA. The Northern Virginia Academy of Early...
Infants
Our infant care program provides a nurturing atmosphere designed to meet each child’s unique needs. Each infant enrolled at Northern Virginia Academy is assigned to a primary care group which ensures the one-on-one attention and care infants need to thrive. This personal, nurturing process fosters a trusting relationship between the child and the primary caregiver where the infant’s developmental needs set the day’s schedule.
Toddlers
Our toddler care program is designed for the child who wants to explore their world as they develop a sense of self. Each group of five toddlers has a primary teacher assigned to them that watches them closely to determine where their interests lead them. Soft play areas, indoor play equipment, and a variety of pull and push toys enable toddlers to discover and explore in a safe, fun, and exciting environment.
Also offers: Two's
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NOVA Early Learning’s Landsdowne Campus provides caring, quality daycare in Alexandria, VA. The Northern Virginia Academy of Early Learning has been a leader in early childhood education in the...
Infants
Our infant care program provides a nurturing atmosphere designed to meet each child’s unique needs. Each infant enrolled at Northern Virginia Academy is assigned to a primary care group which ensures the one-on-one attention and care infants need to thrive. This personal, nurturing process fosters a trusting relationship between the child and the primary caregiver where the infant’s developmental needs set the day’s schedule.
Toddlers
Our toddler care program is designed for the child who wants to explore their world as they develop a sense of self. Each group of five toddlers has a primary teacher assigned to them that watches them closely to determine where their interests lead them. Soft play areas, indoor play equipment, and a variety of pull and push toys enable toddlers to discover and explore in a safe, fun, and exciting environment.
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A home-based establishment that provides daycare, Montessori lessons, and early learning services for infants and toddlers. Age-appropriate toys and games are accessible for exploration and hands-on...
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Northeast Stars Montessori is distinct in being a professionally run preschool with an eye for individualized attention in a warm friendly setting. Our large Montessori classroom features the smallest...
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Private preschool and daycare center in Alexandria, Virginia. It offers a variety of programs for children from birth to age 6, including full-day, part-day, and drop-in care. The school is accredited...
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Childcare center and preschool program providing age-appropriate learning and interactions with children of various ages, abilities, cultures, and interests. Elementary school is located on the same...
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Private, family-owned and operated Christian nursery and preschool program offering 5300 square feet of learning space. Center encourages physical, cognitive, and social development of infants and...
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Welcome to The Tod Pod Children's House, a family daycare for children between the ages of 12 months and 5 years. As a Family Childcare home, we maintain an intimate ratio of 1:4 and offer each child...
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Campagna Center offers Head Start and Early Head Start programs serving children and families in the George Washington Education Center. Early childhood programming fosters discovery of children's...
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Facility provides daycare and early learning programs for infants, toddlers and preschool-age children. Creative Curriculum is used to deliver developmentally-appropriate lessons in preparation for...
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The facility provides early learning programs for infants, toddlers, preschool-age children, small group Kindergarten and 1st grade. Hands-on exploration and discovery are encouraged for interactive...
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Site offering early learning programs for preschool-age children. Curriculum is structured to meet the needs and interests of children to ensure proper growth and development. Three-hour morning...
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Christian daycare and preschool program offering educational learning opportunities to infants through school-aged children. ABEKA curriculum is used to introduce children to Bible stories, math,...
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The Goddard School of Alexandria - West is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. We offer a range of programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and more. Our center features a...
Twos Classroom
In the Twos classroom, patient, caring teachers guide children through playful exploration. They help your little one navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity. Your toddler is constantly learning new things about the world around them. At The Goddard School®, our team is here to work with your little one every day as they play, learn and gain the skills they need to prepare for preschool. Our Wonder of Learning™ education program will immerse your child in literacy, science, arts and math brought together in one activity for a more holistic—and fun—approach to learning.
Toddler Classroom
As toddlers are rapidly developing both physically and cognitively, the Toddler classroom is where their natural curiosity is fostered, and their language and communication skills are nurtured. A lifelong love of learning starts early, and we believe in providing brand-new learners with the tools they need to be successful. In the Toddler classroom, our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, comes to life as expert teachers harness children’s natural curiosity, guiding them to explore the world around them through hands-on learning, play and asking questions. Teachers support your child's social-emotional growth while helping them develop important physical skills. Your little one will build social awareness, form meaningful connections with others and have plenty of opportunities to strengthen essential skills like persistence and independence.
Also offers: Preschool Classroom, Bridge Classroom
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Home-based establishment provides daycare, early learning and school-age programs for children. Age-appropriate toys, games and materials are available for hands-on exploration and discovery. Building...
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Preschool and junior kindergarten program offering an academic-based curriculum to prepare students for elementary school. Curriculum encourages students to speak, listen, read, understand, watch,...
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Center provides early learning services for children. Focus is placed on hands-on learning experiences using science-rich curriculum. Sensory exploration is encouraged through sand, dirt, mud, water...
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Spanish-immersion home-based childcare provider serving children and families in the Alexandria West neighborhood. Teachers provide a variety of educational and recreational activities, including...
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Agudas Achim Preschool offers a play-based curriculum that incorporates Jewish values and traditions. The school serves children ages 2 through Pre-K, with both part-time and full-time programs...
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Kids love coming here because we make them feel at home, it’s a “learn from play” based center, we provide a lot of art and crafts activities, healthy Meals and snacks lots of outside activities and...
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At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child’s individual...
Infant Care
Our infant program is designed to offer a secure place with knowledgeable teachers who honor your family’s routine, and who know every day that they’re not caring for any child, but the most important child — yours.
Toddler Care
Our toddler program is designed to provide a safe place for your newly independent child to test out and learn new skills, wonder about everything, and discover how to make friends.
Also offers: Preschool
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At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child’s individual...
Infant Care
Our infant program is designed to offer a secure place with knowledgeable teachers who honor your family’s routine, and who know every day that they’re not caring for any child, but the most important child — yours.
Toddler Care
Our toddler program is designed to provide a safe place for your newly independent child to test out and learn new skills, wonder about everything, and discover how to make friends.
Also offers: Preschool
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Christian day school providing care for toddlers and preschool children as they prepare for elementary school. Daily activities include creating, playing, group work, oral expression, and listening...
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ChildSpace Learning Center is a boutique small-group preschool in Del Ray, Alexandria VA for children ages 2.5–5. Our warm, supportive environment helps young children build confidence, friendships,...
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Provider offering childcare and early learning services in a family-oriented environment. Children participate in art, math, language, science, nature, music, drama, and social behavior for growth and...
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We are a daycare where 95% of our programming is in Spanish, since our goal is to educate bilingual children, where we learn by singing and playing, and our fine and gross motor activities are...
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Childcare and preschool program supporting a play-based curriculum for development. Children are encouraged to interact socially, express themselves through art and music, and gain academic skills...
Infant Care - New Beginnings
Our infant daycare and child care program supports early development through sensory learning. Babies explore sights, sounds, and textures in a nurturing daycare setting. This preschool foundation helps your child grow, adapt, and build awareness of their environment.
Toddler Care - Discovering Me
Our Discovering Me program is developed through our Life Essentials® curriculum to grow and reinforce each toddler’s individual needs. Our educators form strong, caring relationships with your toddler and guide them through sensory-based learning experiences that encourage discovery.
Also offers: Preschool - I Can Do It, Early Preschool - Exploring My World
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Home provider offering childcare services and early education to young boys and girls.
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Selam Daycare provides a nurturing environment for children from ages 0 to 12, focusing on holistic development through engaging activities that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical...
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Elsa's Blessings Day School is a family-owned, Christian Day School. We are dedicated to nurturing the developmental needs of children in a safe, caring, and creative environment. We believe that...
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Childcare Costs in Virginia
Curious how much daycare or preschool really costs in Virginia? We break down average childcare rates by city, age, and program type—based on real data from local providers.
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What is Part-Time Daycare?
This article explores the nuances of part-time daycare, its distinction from drop-in daycare, and why it might be the right choice for your family.
FAQs About Alexandria Part Time Daycares
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How many part-time childcare providers are in Alexandria, VA?
- There are currently 69 child care providers that offer part-time care.
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How much does part-time child care cost in Alexandria, VA?
- The average weekly cost for part-time child care is $693. This is based on provider cost data for child care providers listed on Winnie and considers part-time care to be about 20 hours per week.