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Curious Mind Child Development Center

5309 Georgia AVE, NW, Washington, DC 200114.4· 14 reviews
licensed capacity
16
open each week
5 days

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About Curious Mind Child Development Center

Curious Mind Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 16 children, serving infants and toddlers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion approach, with infant care and toddler care.

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBilingual program

Ages served: infants and toddlers

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 3 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants and toddlers
Hours today
8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
16 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants and toddlersFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 3 years
ProgramsInfant care and toddler care
ApproachBilingual / immersion (Spanish & English)
CurriculumThe Creative Curriculum (Teaching Strategies)
StaffHighly Qualified Teachers; Long-tenured Staff
MoreFounded 2009
Licensed capacity16 childrenFrom the state license
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State record

Inspection reports for Curious Mind Child Development Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Development Center (Restricted)
Capacity
16 children
Ages
Infants and toddlers
License number
#CDC-910080
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 14, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 20 rules in all · 19 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 7
  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 2

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. Jan 14, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      122.21

      “Failure to maintain at the Facility a log documenting the use of extermination services.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      131.5

      “Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      122.6

      “Failure to undergo a fire safety inspection.”
  2. Jun 9, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      152.6

      “Failure to maintain documentation that children have received all required immunizations, health and oral examinations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      130.2

      “Failure of a Licensee to maintain and provide information on each enrolled child to OSSE.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      122.21

      “Failure to maintain at the Facility a log documenting the use of extermination services.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2025

  3. Feb 25, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      122.21

      “Failure to maintain at the Facility a log documenting the use of extermination services.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      122.24

      “Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”

      Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      129.4

      “Failure to maintain at the Facility premises current liability insurance information and documentation.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      152.6

      “Failure to maintain documentation that children have received all required immunizations, health and oral examinations.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      131.5

      “Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2025

  4. Sep 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Feb 15, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      130.4

      “Failure to maintain and provide the initial and annual health record documentation and information.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      152.6

      “Failure to maintain documentation that children have received all required immunizations, health and oral examinations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      139.6

      “Failure to ensure that each paid employee of a Facility participate in annual professional development.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      131.5

      “Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      122.21

      “Failure to maintain at the Facility a log documenting the use of extermination services.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      122.24

      “Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      104.5(e)

      “Failure to obtain a current, valid and notarized building use agreement with required documentation”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      127.5

      “Failure to provide a copy of the Facility's current policies and procedures to parent(s).”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      150.1

      “Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2024

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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FAQ

Questions about Curious Mind Child Development Center

Is Curious Mind Child Development Center licensed?

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

When was Curious Mind Child Development Center last inspected?

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on January 14, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Curious Mind Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 4 of 5 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 Curious Mind Child Development Center care for?

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

What are Curious Mind Child Development Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Curious Mind Child Development Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 536-5010 to ask.

What is Curious Mind Child Development Center's phone number?

(202) 536-5010.

Where is Curious Mind Child Development Center?

5309 Georgia AVE, NW, Washington, DC 20011. The nearest other daycare we list is Bright Start Childcare & Preschool, 0.1 miles away.

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