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Washington, DC 20015 · infants to toddlers · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Broad Branch Children's House
- licensed capacity
- 60
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Broad Branch Children's House
Broad Branch Children's House is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:10 AM to 5:50 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with full-time care, part-time care, preschool and toddler care.
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 60 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 8:10 AM to 5:50 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:10 AM to 5:50 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:10 AM to 5:50 PM |
| Thursday | 8:10 AM to 5:50 PM |
| Friday | 8:10 AM to 5:50 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 2 to 6 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, part-time care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Toddler Program (ages 24-36 months): 6:1 child to teacher ratio |
| Assistance it accepts | ChildCare Aware of America (military family support) |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (American Montessori Society (AMS)) |
| Licensed capacity | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Broad Branch Children's House has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Broad Branch Children's House
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Development Center
- Capacity
- 60 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #CDC-909748
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 18, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Background checks 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Mar 18, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
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: Apr 8, 2026
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2026
Sep 17, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025
126.9
“Failure to remove and repair, or discard all furniture, equipment, and materials.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 16, 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: Oct 15, 2025
150.8
“Failure of a Licensee to ensure that a transportable first aid kit is taken along by Facility staff on each outing.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
127.5
“Failure to provide a copy of the Facility's current policies and procedures to parent(s).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025
- Mar 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 26, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
155.4
“Failure to have at least one (1) staff member present who is certified as a Food Protection Manager.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 7, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Broad Branch Children's House
Is Broad Branch Children's House licensed?
Yes. Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Broad Branch Children's House last inspected?
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 18, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Broad Branch Children's House had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Broad Branch Children's House care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Broad Branch Children's House's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:10 AM to 5:50 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Broad Branch Children's House cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 232-2233 to ask.
What is Broad Branch Children's House's phone number?
(202) 232-2233.
Where is Broad Branch Children's House?
5608 Broad Branch RD, NW, Washington, DC 20015. The nearest other daycare we list is Temple Sinai Nursery School, 0.4 miles away.