LTH Infants and Toddlers Center
Washington, DC 20019 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
5.0· 3 reviews
Discovery Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 48
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Discovery Learning Academy
Discovery Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 48 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It says it provides meals.
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 41 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMeals providedSecure entry
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 48 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 | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 5 years |
|---|---|
| Curriculum | Creative Curriculum |
| Staff | Staff of teachers have over 125 years of combined experience |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Touchless Sign In/Out |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Licensed capacity | 48 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Discovery Learning Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Discovery Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Development Center
- Capacity
- 48 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #CDC-102804
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 28, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 41 rules in all · 38 corrected
- Records and paperwork 15
- Safety and hazards 8
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Background checks 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Aug 28, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
128.1
“Failure of a Licensee to immediately notify OSSE of any unusual incident that may adversely affect the health, safety, or welfare of any enrolled child or children by submitting a completed OSSE Unusual Incident Report form to OSSE’s Child Care Complaint email address.”
Jul 20, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
124.2
“Failure of a Licensee to ensure that the temperature within each room of program space shall be maintained at between sixty-eight degrees Fahrenheit (68°F) and seventy-five degrees Fahrenheit (75°F) from October through March, and between sixty-eight degrees Fahrenheit (68°F) and eighty-two degrees Fahrenheit (82°F) from April through September.”
Aug 19, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
130.8
“Failure to maintain and upon request provide to OSSE current records and information related to enrolled children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
120.2
“Failure to have a written staffing plan to ensure the required supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2025
122.6
“Failure to undergo a fire safety inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 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: Nov 20, 2025
122.24
“Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
130.2
“Failure of a Licensee to maintain and provide information on each enrolled child to OSSE.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
132.2
“Failure to maintain the suitability of a current or prospective staff member being assessed.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2025
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
May 29, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
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”
Jan 14, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025
130.8
“Failure to maintain and upon request provide to OSSE current records and information related to enrolled children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 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: May 13, 2025
130.2
“Failure of a Licensee to maintain and provide information on each enrolled child to OSSE.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025
120.2
“Failure to have a written staffing plan to ensure the required supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025
122.24
“Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025
Jul 31, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
130.2
“Failure of a Licensee to maintain and provide information on each enrolled child to OSSE.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
130.8
“Failure to maintain and upon request provide to OSSE current records and information related to enrolled children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 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: Mar 17, 2025
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2025
120.2
“Failure to have a written staffing plan to ensure the required supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2025
122.24
“Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2025
Mar 7, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
148.4
“Failure to develop and maintain an emergency and disaster plan with established procedures:”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2024
122.24
“Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
104.5(b)
“Failure to obtain a Clean Hands Certificate.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2024
132.2
“Failure to maintain the suitability of a current or prospective staff member being assessed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024
139.6
“Failure to ensure that each paid employee of a Facility participate in annual professional development.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
148.1
“Failure to conduct practice emergency evacuation and disaster drills.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2024
120.2
“Failure to have a written staffing plan to ensure the required supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
122.6
“Failure to undergo a fire safety inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2024
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: May 20, 2024
104.5(e)
“Failure to obtain a current, valid and notarized building use agreement with required documentation”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2024
104.5(d)
“Failure to provide proof of insurance with reasonable coverage amounts and required coverages”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2024
130.8
“Failure to maintain and upon request provide to OSSE current records and information related to enrolled children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
130.2
“Failure of a Licensee to maintain and provide information on each enrolled child to OSSE.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2024
136.3
“Failure to establish mandatory drug and alcohol testing policies and procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Discovery Learning Academy
Is Discovery Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Discovery Learning Academy last inspected?
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 28, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Discovery Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 41 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 38 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 Discovery Learning Academy care for?
48, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
What are Discovery Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Discovery Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 559-8090 to ask.
What is Discovery Learning Academy's phone number?
(202) 559-8090.
Where is Discovery Learning Academy?
356 Eastern Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20019. The nearest other daycare we list is Rainbow Child Learning Center, 0.4 miles away.