Early Steps Bilingual Pre-School
1701 N Bryan Street, Arlington, VA
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Early Years Preschool (Arlington CO) is a licensed child care center in Arlington, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 42 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with drop-in care, part-time care, pre-k and preschool.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: 12 months - 5 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Drop-in care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Class size | Hummingbirds (one-year-olds): 6 children per day |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| More | Founded 1994 |
| Licensed capacity | 42 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Early Years Preschool (Arlington CO) has not listed its tuition.
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 7 visits · 4 rules in all
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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8VAC20-780-550-E
“Shelter in place procedures shall be practiced a minimum of twice per year. 1 of 2 required shelter-in-place drills were documented as completed in the prior 12 months.”
8VAC20-780-550-B
“The emergency preparedness plan shall include documentation of the annual review. The emergency preparedness plan was dated as last reviewed in August 2023.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-2
“Based on records reviewed, at least 1 staff person in each classroom was not certified in First Aid. Evidence: 0 of 2 staff working in the infant class were certified in First Aid.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on records reviewed, 1 of 3 children's records did not include required information. Evidence: The record for Child #12 did not include documentation of a signed agreement, the ill-child statement, reporting communicable disease requirements, written authorization for emergency medical care and proof of identity. The child's enrollment date was September 2023.”
8VAC20-820-120-E-2
“Based on observations made and interview conducted, it was determined that the findings from most recent inspection were not posted in the facility. Evidence: (1) The findings/violation notice from the 10/6/22 inspection were not posted in the facility for public viewing. (2) Staff #2 was not sure of the location of the 10/6/22 violation notice.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that a monthly emergency evacuation drill was not completed. Evidence: There was no drill documented as completed for February 2023.”
8VAC20-780-530-A
“Based on observations made and records reviewed, it was determined that 1 classroom was being supervised by a staff person with no documentation of First Aid/CPR certifications. Evidence: The 4-5 year old classroom was supervised by Staff #7 today. The staff record did not include documentation of First Aid/CPR certifications.”
8VAC20-780-240-A
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 2 of 4 staff records did not include documentation of completion of the VDOE sponsored orientation course within the first 90-days of employment. Evidence: (1) Staff #7 began employment on 11/14/22, and there was no documentation that the course has been completed. (2) Staff #8 began employment on 4/29/22, and there was no documentation that the course has been completed.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 1 of 4 staff records did not include documentation of a completed TB screening/test submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: Staff #7 - (1) There was no documentation of a completed TB screening/test on-file. (2) Employment began on 11/14/22 for a direct-care position. (3) Staff #7 was observed working in a direct-care position today.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 1 of 4 staff did not have a required out-of-state background check completed within the first 30-days of employment. Evidence: Staff #7 - The results of a central registry search were not on-file. Date of employment began 11/14/22.”
8VAC20-780-245-L
“Based on interview conducted, it was determined that no staff present during the inspection had obtained Daily Health Observation training in the previous 3 years. Evidence: The program director reported that no staff had completed this training.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 1 of 3 staff records did not include a required background check. Evidence: Staff #5-There was no documentation that an out-of-state child abuse/neglect search was submitted or completed.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
8VAC20-780-430-D
“Based on observations made, it was determined that there was not a minimum 6? fall zone on the outdoor rock climbing wall (located on the large playground structure). Evidence: The fall zone was measured to be 5?5? to a wood pole installed in the fall zone (the wood pole is a support structure for the shade canopy).”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observations made, it was determined that hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place when not in use. Evidence: (1) 2 spray bottles containing cleaning agents were on sitting on a counter in Room #104. (2) 1 spray bottle containing a cleaning agent was sitting on a counter in Room #101.”
8VAC20-780-160-A-2
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 1 of 2 employee records did not include documentaiton of a completed TB test/screening. Evidence: Staff #2 - The document submitted to the inspector included a partially completed "Adult Tuberculosis Screening Certificate," and did not include a health official's signature or date.”
22.1-289.035-B-3
“Based on records reviewed and information received, it was determined that 2 of 2 employee records did not have documentation of a VA child abuse and neglect search ( CPS ) prior to the first day of employment, or before the 30th day of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 - The CPS check on file was dated as completed 11/21/19. Date of employment was 8/26/19. 2. Staff #7 - The CPS check on file was dated as completed 11/21/21. Date of employment 10/1/21.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on records reviewed and information received, it was determined that 1 of 2 employees did not have documentation of a criminal record check ( CRC ) prior to the first day of employment. Evidence: Staff #2 - (1) The CRC on file, dated 8/23/19, was completed with a different name than the other background checks completed within the same time-frame. Date of employment was 8/26/19. (2) The out-of-state CRC was dated 4/15/21, approximately 20 months after employment.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on records reviewed and information received, it was determined that 2 of 2 employee records did not include required documentation of required out-of-state background checks prior to the first day of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 - (1) The out-of-state child abuse and neglect search was dated 10/22/20. (2) The out-of-state criminal record check was dated 4/15/21. (3) The out-of-state sex offender registry check was dated 2/1/22. Date of employment was 8/26/19. 2. Staff #7 - There was no documentation of the out-of-state criminal record check. Date of employment 10/1/21.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on records reviewed and information received, it was determined that 1 of 2 employee records did not have documentation of criminal record check/fingerprinting ( CRC ) prior to the first day of employment. Evidence: Staff #2 - (1) The CRC on file, dated 8/23/19, was completed with a different name than the name listed on the hiring paperwork and other background checks completed within the same time-frame. Date of employment was 8/26/19.”
8VAC20-780-245-L
“Based on documentation requested and not received, it was determined that there was not at least 1 staff member on duty who has obtained daily health observation training. Evidence: Training certificates were requested and not received.”
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FAQ
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 7 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.
42, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 465-8687 to ask.
(703) 465-8687.
3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207. The nearest other daycare we list is Cherrydale Baptist Church, 0.3 miles away.