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Discovery Time Learning Center

1509 Leslie Avenue, Alexandria, VA 223014.3· 58 reviews
licensed capacity
104
open each week
5 days

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About Discovery Time Learning Center

Discovery Time Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 104 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

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.

InfantsSchool-age

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
104 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity104 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Discovery Time Learning Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Discovery Time Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
104 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1107494
See the state's record

Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 25, 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 22 visits
  1. Aug 25, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  2. Aug 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Mar 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Dec 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Sep 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Sep 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Mar 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Mar 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Sep 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Sep 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 12 earlier visits
  1. Mar 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Mar 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Oct 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Oct 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jan 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jan 19, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  7. Jan 19, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Sep 29, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-80-B-2 Complaint related: No

      “Based on a review of documentation and staff interview, the center did not inform the department's representative as soon as practicable, but not to exceed two business days, of any injury to a child that occurs while the child is under the supervision of the center and requires outside medical attention. Evidence: There was no documentation available for review to show that an injury requiring outside medical treatment (IROMT) had been reported as required. Multiple staff stated they were not aware of the standard to report such injuries. The incident occurred on 09/16/2022 and as of 10/04/2022 no one had contacted the OCCHS office or Inspector.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-A Complaint related: No

      “Based on multiple staff interviews, it was determined that the center failed to ensure care and protection while supervising two children. Evidence: 1. On 9/16/2022 at approximately 11:44 am, infant #1 was being held by Staff C, having their hands washed after an art project. The infant was burned by coming into contact with the crockpot used to heat bottles that is located next to the sink. Staff D notified Staff A at the time of injury. 2. On 09/16/2022 at approximately 1:30 pm, infant #2 was being held by Staff C, having their hands washed. The infant was burned by coming into contact with the crockpot used to heat bottles that is located next to the sink. Staff F notified Staff B of the injury. 3. Infant 1 & Infant 2 received burns across the top of their fingers from the crockpot.”
  9. Sep 12, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center were not maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: An upper cabinet in the right corner of the room had a loose cabinet door that fell off when opened.”
  10. Sep 12, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center were not maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: An upper cabinet in the right corner of the room had a loose cabinet door that fell off when opened.”
  11. Jun 22, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  12. Mar 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2012. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Discovery Time Learning Center

Is Discovery Time Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Discovery Time Learning Center last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on August 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Discovery Time Learning Center 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 Discovery Time Learning Center care for?

104, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Discovery Time Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Discovery Time Learning Center'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 Discovery Time Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 930-9043 to ask.

What is Discovery Time Learning Center's phone number?

(703) 930-9043.

Where is Discovery Time Learning Center?

1509 Leslie Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA Alexandria, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety (license and visits).