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Toddler Child Care Program

Serving Toddlers 16 Months – 24 Months Old

Alexandria, Virginia

Looking for a toddler daycare in Alexandria, VA that supports your child’s growing independence? Our toddler program is designed for active learners who are building language, social skills, and confidence through structured routines and hands-on learning.

Toddler Program Features

Language, Social Skills, and Independence

Toddlers are learning to communicate, explore, and gain independence. Our classrooms support growth through consistent routines and engaging activities.

  • Hands-on learning
  • Structured daily routines
  • Social-emotional development
  • Support for self-help skills

Daily Updates and Strong Parent Communication

Families receive regular updates about meals, naps, activities, and milestones so you always know how your child’s day went.

  • Meals, naps, and activities
  • Developmental milestones
  • Ongoing parent partnership
  • Warm, supportive classrooms

Preparing Toddlers for Preschool

We build foundational skills in communication, self-help, social interaction, and early learning concepts to help children transition smoothly to the next stage.

  • Communication foundations
  • Social interaction
  • Self-help routines
  • Early learning concepts

FAQs about Toddler Daycare in Alexandria, VA at Discovery Time

  1. What ages do you serve in your toddler program in Alexandria, VA?
    Our toddler program at Discovery Time serves children ages 16 months to 24 months at our Alexandria, Virginia locations. We provide a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment designed specifically for active toddlers learning to communicate, explore, and gain independence.
  2. Where is your toddler daycare located in Alexandria?
    Discovery Time has two convenient locations in Alexandria, VA:
    • Leslie Avenue, just north of Old Town Alexandria
    • Hume Avenue, in Del Ray near Potomac Yard
    Both locations are easily accessible for families commuting to Washington, DC, Arlington, and surrounding Northern Virginia neighborhoods.
  3. What makes your toddler daycare different from other centers in Alexandria?
    Our toddler program focuses on language development, social skills, emotional growth, and independence through structured routines and hands-on learning. Families choose Discovery Time because of our experienced teachers, strong communication, and warm, engaging classrooms where toddlers feel safe and supported.
  4. Do you provide daily updates to parents?
    Yes. Families receive regular communication and updates about their child’s day, including meals, naps, activities, and developmental milestones. We believe strong partnerships with parents are essential for toddler success.
  5. Is your toddler daycare licensed in Virginia?
    Yes. Discovery Time Learning Center and Discovery Time Learning Academy are fully licensed child care programs in Alexandria, Virginia, meeting all state safety, staffing, and educational standards.
  6. How do you help toddlers prepare for preschool?
    Our toddler program builds foundational skills in communication, self-help, social interaction, and early learning concepts. By the time children transition to our two-year-old or preschool programs, they are confident, curious learners ready for the next stage.
  7. How can I enroll my toddler in your Alexandria daycare?
    Families can request enrollment information or schedule a tour of our toddler classrooms to experience Discovery Time firsthand. We recommend joining our waiting list early, as spaces fill quickly.
Families can request enrollment information or schedule a tour of our toddler classrooms to experience Discovery Time firsthand. We recommend joining our waiting list early, as spaces fill quickly.

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