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Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center

1613 Rhode Island AVE, NE, Washington, DC 200185.0· 8 reviews
licensed capacity
30
open each week
5 days

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About Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center

Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 30 children, serving infants and toddlers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion approach, with drop-in care, full-time care, infant care and part-time care. It says it provides meals.

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMeals providedBilingual program

Ages served: infants and toddlers

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 4 years old
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants and toddlers
Hours today
7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
30 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
Hours it lists: “7:30am to 6:00pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants and toddlersFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 4 years old
ProgramsDrop-in care, full-time care, infant care and part-time care
ApproachBilingual / immersion (French, Spanish & English (trilingual))
EnrichmentTrilingual languages experience, Music immersion, Garden and Art
Daily lifeUSDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided. Extended care: 23 Hour Child Care Services
Languagesbilingual educators
Licensed capacity30 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Development Center
Capacity
30 children
Ages
Infants and toddlers
License number
#CDC-102778
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Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 17, 2025: 6 rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 8 visits · 22 rules in all · 19 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 6
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Background checks 3
  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Other rules 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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  1. Nov 17, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      122.19

      “Failure of a Licensee to ensure that the Facility’s premises remain clear of insects, rodents, and other pests and excrement of insects, rodents, and other pests”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      122.19

      “Failure to ensure that the Facility’s premises remain clear of insects, rodents, and other pests.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      124.4

      “Failure to ensure that the carpeting in the facility meets requirements.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      124.6

      “Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025

    • Background checks

      132.2

      “Failure to maintain the suitability of a current or prospective staff member being assessed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      165.1

      “Failure to ensure that a Teacher in a Child Development Center is qualified.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2025

  2. Nov 17, 2025Complaint investigation6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      122.19

      “Failure of a Licensee to ensure that the Facility’s premises remain clear of insects, rodents, and other pests and excrement of insects, rodents, and other pests”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      122.19

      “Failure to ensure that the Facility’s premises remain clear of insects, rodents, and other pests.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      124.4

      “Failure to ensure that the carpeting in the facility meets requirements.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      124.6

      “Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025

    • Background checks

      132.2

      “Failure to maintain the suitability of a current or prospective staff member being assessed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      165.1

      “Failure to ensure that a Teacher in a Child Development Center is qualified.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2025

  3. Jul 25, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      150.4

      “Failure to maintain a first aid kit that meets the requirements.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      124.6

      “Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025

  4. Dec 19, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      000

  5. Dec 5, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      124.6

      “Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2025

    • Food and nutrition

      156.2

      “Failure to comply with the requirements concerning infant formula and feeding:”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2025

    • Background checks

      133.3

      “Failure to submit a request for criminal background checks of current and prospective staff members to OSSE:”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2024

  6. Aug 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Mar 22, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
    • Background checks

      132.2

      “Failure to maintain the suitability of a current or prospective staff member being assessed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      148.10

      “Failure to maintain a three (3) day supply of water, staple food, and supplies.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      139.7

      “Failure to ensure the completion of annual training that maintains and updates the health and safety standards.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      165.1

      “Failure to ensure that a Teacher in a Child Development Center is qualified.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      131.1

      “Failure to maintain information for each employee.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      150.4

      “Failure to maintain a first aid kit that meets the requirements.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      139.2

      “Failure to ensure that each staff member shall receive pre-service training in the health and safety standards.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      136.16

      “Failure to conduct a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      121.2

      “Failure to ensure minimum adult-to- child ratios are met at all times.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2024

  8. Jan 31, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      121.2

      “Failure to ensure minimum adult-to-child ratios shall be met at all times, including non-peak hours, during nap or rest periods, and in vehicles during transport”

Copied from Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center

Is Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center licensed?

Yes. Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center last inspected?

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on November 17, 2025, with 6 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 7 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 19 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 Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center care for?

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

What are Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 758-0395 to ask.

What is Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center's phone number?

(202) 758-0395.

Where is Bellas Artes Child Creativity Center?

1613 Rhode Island AVE, NE, Washington, DC 20018. The nearest other daycare we list is Growth Spurts Child Learning Center @ Judah, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning (license and visits).