
Leslie Avenue Campus
Discovery Time Learning Center
- 1509 Leslie Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301
- Infants – Pre-K
- Serving Del Ray, Old Town, Belle Haven & Rosemont Families
Discovery Time Learning Center provides a safe, nurturing, and engaging early learning environment where children build confidence, friendships, school readiness, and a lifelong love of learning — at our two Alexandria, VA campuses.

From our youngest infants to confident Pre-K graduates, Discovery Time offers warm, hands-on learning at every stage of early childhood.

Gentle, individualized care for our youngest learners — sensory play, tummy time, language-rich routines, and warm primary-caregiver relationships.

Language development, social-emotional skills, sensory projects, gross motor play, and gentle routines that build independence.

Potty training support, early literacy, colors, shapes, numbers, and hands-on learning in a structured, loving classroom.

Early literacy, math, science, art, and friendships — the foundation children need for confident Pre-K and beyond.

A nationally-recognized kindergarten readiness curriculum covering phonics, writing, math, STEM, Spanish exposure, and social confidence.
Whether you're strolling from Old Town, cycling through Del Ray, or commuting from Potomac Yard, Rosemont, and Belle Haven — the same nurturing care, engaging curriculum, and trusted teachers await your child at both campuses.

Discovery Time Learning Center

Discovery Time Learning Academy
Same Exceptional Experience.
Same Caring Team.
Two locations. One family.
We go above and beyond to create a nurturing, safe, and enriching environment where every child can thrive.
Secure entry, strict safety protocols, and a protected environment for peace of mind.
Experienced, loving educators dedicated to early childhood development.
Play-based learning that sparks creativity, critical thinking, and a love of discovery.
Nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and snacks prepared fresh daily for growing bodies.
Secure live cameras let families check in anytime during the day.
Real-time updates, photos, and communication with teachers right on your phone.
Part-time and full-time options designed to fit busy family schedules.
Soccer and gymnastics classes that build confidence, coordination, and teamwork.
A strong Pre-K foundation in literacy, math, STEM, and social skills.
Monthly Saturday Parents' Night Out and special family perks just for enrolled families.
"Our daughter has thrived here. The teachers genuinely know her, and the daily updates make me feel like I'm right there with her."
"We toured five centers in Alexandria. Discovery Time was the warmest, most professional, and most prepared environment we saw."
"Our son started kindergarten reading short words and confident in a classroom. The Pre-K teachers prepared him beautifully."
Tour our Alexandria classrooms, meet our teachers, and find the right start date for your child. Tours typically take 30–45 minutes.