The Butterfly House
3800 & 3810 Butterfly Lane, Alexandria, VA
5.0· 4 reviews
Creative Play School I
- licensed capacity
- 84
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Creative Play School I
Creative Play School I is a licensed child care center in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 84 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, preschool and summer camp.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Before- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 84 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, preschool and summer camp |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Curriculum | High Scope and Creative Curriculum |
| Enrichment | Soccer, music and fitness |
| Staff | Directors have degrees in early childhood development; staff receive ongoing in-service training |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 84 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Creative Play School I has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Creative Play School I
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 84 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #10847
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 15, 2026: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 12 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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See all 21 visits
- Sep 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- May 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 11 earlier visits
- Nov 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 28, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 25, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-40-E
“Based on a review of attendance records, child file review, and staff member interview, the operational responsibilities of the licensee did not ensure that the terms of the current license issued by the department were compliant. Evidence: Child #1 was not 16 months when they started care. (date of birth 6/9/2021 & first day of attendance recorded as 8/22/22) Child # 2 was not 16 months when they started care. (date of birth 6/10/2021 & first day of attendance recorded as 9/13/2022) Director confirmed both of these children were in care prior to 16 months old.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, hazardous materials such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method. Evidence, Febreeze light, Lysol spray, and an unmarked bottle with a yellow substance was unlocked on top of the shelf by the door to the classroom.”
Oct 25, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-40-E
“Based on a review of attendance records, child file review, and staff member interview, the operational responsibilities of the licensee did not ensure that the terms of the current license issued by the department were compliant. Evidence: Child #1 was not 16 months when they started care. (date of birth 6/9/2021 & first day of attendance recorded as 8/22/22) Child # 2 was not 16 months when they started care. (date of birth 6/10/2021 & first day of attendance recorded as 9/13/2022) Director confirmed both of these children were in care prior to 16 months old.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, hazardous materials such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method. Evidence, Febreeze light, Lysol spray, and an unmarked bottle with a yellow substance was unlocked on top of the shelf by the door to the classroom.”
- Mar 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 8, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 4, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Nov 1, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
63.2(17)-1720.1-B-2
“Based on review of four staff records, the center did not have the the fingerprint results prior to hiring one staff member. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 7/15/2021) had fingerprint results dated 8/16/2021. The center did not have the results prior to hiring Staff #2.”
Nov 1, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
63.2(17)-1720.1-B-2
“Based on review of four staff records, the center did not have the the fingerprint results prior to hiring one staff member. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 7/15/2021) had fingerprint results dated 8/16/2021. The center did not have the results prior to hiring Staff #2.”
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FAQ
Questions about Creative Play School I
Is Creative Play School I licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Creative Play School I last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 15, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Creative Play School I had rules cited by the state?
No. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists no cited rules in its 12 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 Creative Play School I care for?
84, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Creative Play School I accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Creative Play School I's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Creative Play School I cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 751-3388 to ask.
What is Creative Play School I's phone number?
(703) 751-3388.
Where is Creative Play School I?
885 N. Howard Street, Alexandria, VA 22304. The nearest other daycare we list is Campagna Kids - Patrick Henry, 0.4 miles away.