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Alphabet - A Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 36
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Alphabet - A Child Development Center
Alphabet - A Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 36 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori and Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care.
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriBefore- and after-school
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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6 mo
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 36 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori, Play-based |
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Alphabet - A Child Development Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Alphabet - A Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Development Center
- Capacity
- 36 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #CDC-102999
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 11, 2025: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Safety and hazards 1
For comparison: 98% of District of Columbia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 16.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Dec 11, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
137.1
“Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2025
Jul 23, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
156.2
“Failure to comply with the requirements concerning infant formula and feeding:”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2025
130.8
“Failure to maintain and upon request provide to OSSE current records and information related to enrolled children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2025
152.1
“Failure to ensure that each child submits to a Facility documentation of a comprehensive physical health examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2025
122.18
“Failure to maintain hot and cold running water under pressure at one hundred degrees Fahrenheit (100°F).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2025
137.1
“Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2025
Nov 26, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
165.1
“Failure to ensure that a Teacher in a Child Development Center is qualified.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2024
148.10
“Failure to maintain a three (3) day supply of water, staple food, and supplies.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Alphabet - A Child Development Center
Is Alphabet - A Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Alphabet - A Child Development Center last inspected?
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on December 11, 2025, with 1 rule cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Alphabet - A Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 8 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 98% of District of Columbia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 16. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Alphabet - A Child Development Center care for?
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
What are Alphabet - A Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Alphabet - A Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 360-6393 to ask.
What is Alphabet - A Child Development Center's phone number?
(202) 360-6393.
Where is Alphabet - A Child Development Center?
1901 C St, SE, Washington, DC 20003. The nearest other daycare we list is Board Of Child Care, 0.3 miles away.