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Ballston Children's Center

3850 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 222034.8· 46 reviews
licensed capacity
125
open each week
5 days
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About

About Ballston Children's Center

Ballston Children's Center is a licensed child care center in Arlington, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 125 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: preschool and summer camp.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageSummer camp

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
125 children

Hours

Hours

Monday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsPreschool and summer camp
EnrichmentSpanish, Yoga for Kids, Dance Class, Gym Time, Library Time, Pre-K Virtual Classes
StaffTeaching team averaging over 15 years at center; zero classroom teacher turnover in past 8 years
SafetyOutdoor playground
Parent updatesParent app (Brightwheel)
MoreFounded 1996
Licensed capacity125 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Ballston Children's Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Ballston Children's Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
125 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1097834
See the state's record

Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 31, 2026: no rules cited

No rules cited on any of 7 visits

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. Aug 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Mar 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. May 13, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  5. Feb 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Sep 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jun 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Oct 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that all hazardous substances are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In the front door area, a cleaning substance was observed out on a window sill. The window sill is approximately 4 feet from the ground and not accessible to children. The standard does require that cleaning substances be locked.”
  9. Mar 30, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-560-G

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that when food is brought from home, that the food container is dated and clearly labeled in a way that identifies the owner. Evidence: During lunch time the inspector observed 3 lunch boxes on a side table that were labeled with names, but 1 had the previous days' date and the other two did not have dates.”
  10. Jan 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 1 earlier visit
  1. Feb 10, 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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FAQ

Questions about Ballston Children's Center

Is Ballston Children's Center licensed?

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

When was Ballston Children's Center last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on August 31, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Ballston Children's Center had rules cited by the state?

No. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists no cited rules in its 7 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 Ballston Children's Center care for?

125, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Ballston Children's Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Ballston Children's Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Ballston Children's Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 527-7200 to ask.

What is Ballston Children's Center's phone number?

(703) 527-7200.

Where is Ballston Children's Center?

3850 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22203. The nearest other daycare we list is Tierra Encantada Ashton Heights, under 0.1 miles away.

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