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American Day School 2

501 N. Henry Street, Alexandria, VA 223144.5· 6 reviews
licensed capacity
28
open each week
5 days

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About American Day School 2

American Day School 2 is a licensed child care center in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 28 children, serving infants and toddlers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer camp

Ages served: infants and toddlers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants and toddlers
Hours today
7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
28 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants and toddlersFrom the state license
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
EnrichmentDaily introduction to Spanish, fitness program
Licensed capacity28 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

American Day School 2 has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for American Day School 2

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
28 children
Ages
Infants and toddlers
License number
#1106427
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 21, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 9 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1

For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.

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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  1. Sep 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Feb 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 4, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-1

      “The required ratio for children ages birth to 16 months is a 1 staff per 4 children. Six children were observed in one classroom with 1 staff for approximately one minute.”
  4. Apr 24, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-A

      “Over-thecounter skin products shall not be kept or used beyond the expiration date of the product. One topical ointment expired over 1 1/2 years ago. One topical ointment expired 9 months ago.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-570-B

      “Bottle fed infants who cannot hold their own bottles shall be held when fed. An infant who is unable to hold their own bottle was not held by staff while being fed.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-570-E

      “Prepared infant formula shall be dated. Three bottles belonging to Child #6 were not dated.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe condition. One area of the center had peeling paint which was accessible to children under the age of 18 months.”
  5. Nov 25, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-C

      “Repeat Orientation training shall include prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleep practices shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. Staff 1's orientation training did not include prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleep practices shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma.”
  6. Jun 11, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-C

      “Based on review of records, the center did not ensure the staff receive all required components of orientation training. Evidence: Staff 4's orientation training did not include the following topics: SIDS and use of safe sleep practices, prevention of shaken baby syndrome, traumatic head injury and food allergies.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-A

      “Based on review of topical ointments, one topical ointment was kept or used beyond the expiration date of the product. Evidence One topical ointment for Child #5 expired in 4/2024.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-C

      “Based on observation the center did not ensure all requirements for topical skin products were met. Evidence: Child #5's parent authorization for a topical skin product expired 4/2024.”
  7. Aug 22, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-550-P

      “Based on record review, the minor injury log was missing required information. Evidence: 1 of 5 minor injury logs reviewed was missing the time of the injury.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: Cleaning supplies were unlocked near the changing table.”
  8. Feb 16, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-800-520-A

      “Based on record review and observation, cribs were not provided for children from birth through 12 months of age. Evidence: 1) Child A was enrolled 05/17/2022 and did not turn 1 until 11/2022. There was no crib available for Child A. 2) Child B was enrolled 01/26/2023 and did not turn 1 until 02/2023. There was no crib available for Child B.”
  9. Aug 4, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-260-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not provide the licensing representative an annual fire inspection report. Evidence: The lasted fire inspection on file was conducted 05/2021.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: Disinfectant wipes were located on a counter near the kitchen area.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-570-E

      “Based on observation, prepared formula was not dated. Evidence: There was one bottle located in the refrigerator that was missing the date.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: Disinfectant wipes were located on a counter near the kitchen area.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review, At least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing, a staff member did not obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Evidence: The tuberculosis screening of Staff A expired 6/2020”
  10. Feb 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2012. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about American Day School 2

Is American Day School 2 licensed?

Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.

When was American Day School 2 last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has American Day School 2 had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. 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 American Day School 2 care for?

28, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants and toddlers.

Does American Day School 2 accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are American Day School 2's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does American Day School 2 cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 837-0237 to ask.

What is American Day School 2's phone number?

(703) 837-0237.

Where is American Day School 2?

501 N. Henry Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. The nearest other daycare we list is American Day School #3, under 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety (license and visits).