Crystal City Children's Center
3650 S. Glebe Road, Suite 170, Arlington, VA
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Bright Horizons at National Landing is a licensed child care center in Arlington, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 160 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
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.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 1 month - 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Parent updates | Parent app (My Bright Day) |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 160 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Bright Horizons at National Landing has not listed its tuition.
State record
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 3, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 9 rules in all
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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8VAC20-780-160-C
“At least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing, or more frequently as if recommended by a licensed physician or the local health department, staff members and individuals from independent contractors are required to obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Staff #1 had a TB screening that expired approximately two weeks ago.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Each staff member and individual from an independent contractor is required to submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening by day one of employment or no more than 30 days prior. Staff #1 did not have a current tuberculosis screening on file by day one of employment or no more than 30 days prior.”
8VAC20-780-440-B
“Cribs, cots, rest mats, and beds are required to be identified for use by a specific child. In the Toddler classroom there were 4 cots in use that were not identified for use by a specific child.”
8VAC20-780-570-E
“Prepared infant formula is required to be refrigerated, dated and labeled with the child's name. There were 3 bottles in the infant room refrigerator that were not labeled with the date for the day.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“The diapering area is required to have a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing. For children younger than three years, this surface shall be a changing table or countertop designated for changing. The changing pad used for diapering in the Infant room had a rip in it and was no longer nonabsorbent.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are required to be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. A corner of the wall in the movement matters room was broken and the blue drywall was breaking off.”
8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on review of the written record of children's serious and minor injuries did not contain all the required information. Evidence The documentation of children's serious and minor injuries did not include any future action to prevent recurrence of the injury;”
8VAC20-780-420-E-3
“Based on review of children's records, staff did not request at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child's record is up to date. Evidence The record for child 2 not have an annual parental review of the child's record. Last review of the record was 10/18/2021.”
8VAC20-780-245-L
“Based on review of staff records, there is no documentation of staff completing Daily Health observation training. Evidence There were no staff on site who completed Daily Health observation training during the inspection. No staff have completed a daily health training observation training.”
8VAC20-780-560-G
“Based on observation, when food was brought from home, not all items were clearly labeled with date Evidence In the 2's room, lunch that was brought from home was not labeled with a date.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on discussion with staff and observation, the diapering surface is not being cleaned and sanitized according to licensing standards. Evidence: The diapering surface in the infant classroom was being sanitized but not cleaned with soap and water. The procedure according to licensing standards, includes spray or dip with a solution of soap and water, pat dry and then spray or dip with a solution of bleach and water and allow to air dry.”
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FAQ
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 3, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
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.
160, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 647-1181 to ask.
(703) 647-1181.
3550 South Clark Street, Arlington, VA 22203. The nearest other daycare we list is Crystal City Children's Center, 0.1 miles away.