Best Toddler Daycares in Fairfax, VA
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...
Twos
This classroom is the perfect environment for terrific 2-year-olds. As your child grows more active, becoming an explorer, we provide a safe, engaging environment for them to develop. Learning experiences for 2-year-olds are based around key developmental milestones for this age group, as defined by our exclusive Learn from the Start™curriculum. 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.
Also offers: Drop-In Care, Preschool
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The Goddard School of Fairfax is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features an exploration room with microscopes for hands-on discovery, a dedicated outdoor...
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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Preschool program designed to promote self-confidence, independence, kindness, empathy, patience, and creativity. Children participate in engaging activities such as: gardening, puppet play,...
Toddler Program
Our Toddler Program is specifically tailored to the needs of your busy toddler. We lovingly nurture your child through important early milestones, from “self-help” learning skills such as hand washing and putting away their toys, to socializing and forming first friendships.
Flexible Care
With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no ongoing tuition, and no long-term commitment — just trusted care at a lower per-day cost.
Also offers: Preschool
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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,...
Toddlers
We understand toddlers are curious, busy, and full of personality. Our Toddler program channels that energy into meaningful learning. Through our Links to Learning curriculum, children explore colors, sizes, early science, and vocabulary while building social-emotional skills and confidence through play and gentle routines. Toddlers begin to participate in a consistent daily schedule, giving them a sense of structure and security. Teachers foster curiosity and independence by encouraging exploration, offering choices, and celebrating successes.
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: Intermediates
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Primrose School of Fairfax is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on Pender Drive near Kutner Park and Providence Elementary School....
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Preschool Pathways
Our Preschool Pathways program provides a “bridge” between our Early Preschool and Preschool classrooms for children whose birthdays will miss the cutoff date for kindergarten entrance.
Also offers: Early Preschool, Preschool
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Speaks Spanish
At Building Kidz, learning comes to life through hands-on creative experiences that inspire curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning—every single day. Our small class sizes and low...
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Speaks Spanish
Faith-based preschool offering two, three, and five-day schedule options. Program is play-based and focuses on spiritual, social, intellectual, creative, emotional, and physical development....
Speaks Spanish
Give your child an excellent start at Guidepost Montessori at Fairfax. Our accredited programs for Preschool and Kindergarten age children offer a safe, inspiring space to learn, grow, and explore....
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Montessori program serving 16 months -10 years old. We have beautiful classrooms, trained staff and flexible schedules.
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A play-based preschool serving children and families in the Fairfax area. Program focuses on social, spiritual, intellectual, and physical development. Hands on curriculum balances academic activities...
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Play-based preschool program offered through the City of Fairfax. Curriculum is theme-based and integrates a variety of crafts, art projects, and hands-on activities with basic academics including...
Speaks Spanish
Our in-home daycare provides a safe, nurturing, and developmental environment where children can learn, grow, and feel at home. We offer a warm, family-oriented setting designed to support each...
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Our preschool program combines learning and play in a safe, nurturing environment, helping children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Whether students are engaged in...
Toddlers
Our Toddler program provides opportunities for children to physically explore their world inside the classroom and on the playground. They also begin more structured activities, such as learning centers and circle time. Your toddler will begin learning concepts of color and size, build their vocabulary, and explore foundational scientific concepts. Our teachers understand the challenges that one-year-olds face in a social learning setting, and have experience in helping them adjust to the give and take of the classroom environment.
Beginners
The Beginner program, for children ages 2-3, introduces more routine and structure to the children’s activities and schedule. Your child will build vocabulary, learn foundational mathematical skills, and will be encouraged to use simple reasoning to explain everyday occurrences. The concepts of social studies, diversity, and Spanish are introduced as our Beginners examine and explore the world around them.
Also offers: Intermediates
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I am a Child Care provider with over 18years of experience; I have certifications in Childhood Obesity Prevention Collaborative, CPR, First Aid, CDA, MAT, I have also graduated from the Infant Toddler...
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Childcare center and preschool program for infants through Pre-Kindergarten. Utilizes a play-based curriculum focused on inspiring a love of learning through a combination of early academics and...
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool
Speaks Spanish
This daycare and preschool program in Fairfax, Virginia serves children ages one and a half through five in a small group setting. The program is supported by experienced teachers and offers a safe,...
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Childcare center and preschool offering services to children and families in the Fairfax area. Program encourages learning through a variety of experiences and puts a strong focus on character...
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Home daycare program for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Program offers date night care for parents.
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Traditional half-day preschool offering services to children and families in the Fairfax/Chantilly area. Curriculum is play-based and includes literacy, math, writing, and music. Program also offers...
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Part-time preschool offering 2, 3, and 5-day options. LOLP remains a screen-free refuge where hands-on learning is fun, development is nurtured, and each child’s unique journey is valued. We...
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Preschool program offering early learning and daycare services in a child-centered environment. The developmentally appropriate curriculum incorporates early academic programs with play-based learning...
Speaks Spanish
Preschool program offering an academic education in a Christian environment. Children learn Christian principles through daily classroom activities, Bible stories and verse memorization, and weekly...
Speaks Spanish
Family-owned center providing childcare services to infants through school-age children. Program is tailored to meet the needs of each child, and learning experiences are enriched through Montessori...
Speaks Spanish
A licensed home daycare in Fairfax, VA offering a warm, safe, and nurturing environment for infants and toddlers. We provide small group care with personalized attention, bilingual exposure (English &...
Speaks Spanish
Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Also offers: Preschool Program
Speaks Spanish
Providing trusted childcare since 2015. Experience caring for children from diverse backgrounds—strong, positive relationships with parents built on trust and communication. Many families stay...
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Bilingual language immersion program offers arts-based and play-based learning in a mixed-age setting.
Speaks Spanish
Spanish immersion preschool program offers formal learning adventure and environment for children. Program offers homelike environment and personalized attention. Small class sizes along with skills...
Speaks Spanish
Faith-based campus offering preschool and mother's day out programs, with 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5-day options. Program focuses on social, spiritual, cognitive, emotional, and physical development....
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Preschool program within a small network of care providers. Curriculum mimics the Reggio Emilia approach to learning and activities promote development in multiple subject areas including math and...
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Full-immersion Spanish language program where the language is taught and practice in a natural way. Preschool follows philosophy that children learn a language by listening to parents and interacting...
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Brilliance VLC Family Childcare offers a premium, boutique home-based environment where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to grow. Led by an experienced educator, we provide personalized,...
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Also offers: Preschool Program
Speaks Spanish
Rise and Shine Daycare and Preschool provides a nurturing environment focused on early childhood education. The facility offers full-time daycare services for infants through preschoolers, emphasizing...
Speaks Spanish
In-home, Montessori childcare center offering services to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Children participate in daily circle time where they learn the calendar, pledge, weather, 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...
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.
Preschool
Preschool is a big year. We’ve designed our program to give you complete confidence in every aspect of your child’s experience; from health and safety; to ready-for-school curriculum; to the full support of experienced teachers.
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Little Lighthouse Academy provides a safe, nurturing, and engaging early learning environment for infants, toddlers, and preschool children in Fairfax. Our play-based STREAM curriculum encourages...
Speaks Spanish
Family-owned childcare for infants through pre-kindergarten with a before and after school care option for school-age students. Age-appropriate activities encourage language, social, physical, and...
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From preschool through kindergarten, we make early education and daycare joyful, engaging, and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. For nearly 40 years, The Learning Experience® has been...
Twaddlers
Our curriculum helps twaddlers explore, and it nurtures their increasing need to communicate. By this point in their early childhood development, twaddlers have expanded their language skills, and our curriculum helps to enhance their ability to communicate verbally.
Toddlers
A typical day for TLE® toddlers is filled with, stimulating, age-appropriate activities and materials. Our early childhood development toddler curriculum focuses on eye-hand coordination, motor development and problem solving.
Also offers: Preppers, Preschoolers
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Home-based program offering a blended curriculum with a focus on positive character-building activities. Hands-on approach to learning is encouraged as children explore and interact.
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At Gan Israel Preschool, we foster a warm, loving, and intentional space where every child is seen and cherished. We are committed to nurturing every child’s growth in a way that honors their...
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A family-home in the Fairfax area provides bilingual, play-based daycare services, emphasizing cognitive and social development. The program includes activities such as literacy, math, science, art,...
Speaks Spanish
Merritt Academy is a private school located in Virginia, offering a nurturing environment for infants through eighth-grade students. It provides a rigorous curriculum combined with a character...
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Home-based childcare center offering an outdoor space for play and recreation. Children enjoy dramatic play and hands-on learning in part through use of manipulatives, including puzzles. Property is...
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Home-based bilingual childcare offering a curriculum focused on academic preparedness. Lessons and activities take place in English and Spanish. Children enjoy daily art activities and recreational...
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In-home childcare center offering services to infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Program is play-based and focuses on social, mental, emotional, and physical development. Activities...
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Residential childcare for infants through school aged children. Property is furnished with children's equipment and children enjoy regular outdoor time. Classroom offers a variety of toys,...
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Appletree School of Fairfax offers a faith-based preschool and private school experience for children from age two through third grade, featuring small class sizes and a focus on character development...
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Faith-based, parent-cooperative preschool designed to prepare children for kindergarten. Program focuses on social and emotional development, with a strong emphasis on love and consideration for...
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Astar Explorer STEM Academy is an educational center focused on providing hands-on STEM learning experiences for young children. Located within Fair Oaks Mall, the academy offers programs that...
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My main goal is to create a happy, safe, and healthy environment for your children. I plan to develop their skills through creative play and incorporate activities that help foster not only their...
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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 Parents Need to Know About Toddlers and Daycare
The childcare experts at Winnie answer some of the most common questions about toddlers and daycare.
FAQs About Fairfax Toddler Daycares
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How many Fairfax daycare programs accept toddlers?
- Based on current daycare data, 78 daycare programs in Fairfax accept toddlers (1 - 2 years old) and 77 daycare programs in Fairfax accept toddlers (2 - 3 years old)
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What is the weekly cost of daycare for a toddler in Fairfax?
- The average weekly cost of daycare for a toddler between the ages of 1 and 3 is $295. This is based on provider cost data for daycares listed on Winnie.
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What type of daycare schedules are available for toddlers attending daycare in Fairfax?
- Out of 125 daycares that accept toddlers, 41% offer full time, 34% offer part time, and 7% offer drop-in.