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Gatari Child Development Center III
- licensed capacity
- 52
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Gatari Child Development Center III
Gatari Child Development Center III is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 52 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 35 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 52 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Staff | Dedicated and experienced educators |
| More | Founded 2014 |
| Licensed capacity | 52 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Gatari Child Development Center III has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Gatari Child Development Center III
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Development Center
- Capacity
- 52 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #CDC-102818
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 27, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 35 rules in all · 29 corrected
- Safety and hazards 11
- Records and paperwork 6
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Transportation 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safe sleep 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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May 27, 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.”
Mar 5, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
120.2
“Failure to have a written staffing plan to ensure the required supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2026
148.1
“Failure to conduct practice emergency evacuation and disaster drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2026
121.8
“Failure to ensure that Child Development Centers have at least two (2) staff members supervising each group.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2026
122.23
“Failure to install and maintain an appropriate number of working smoke detectors.”
124.6
“Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2026
122.22
“Failure to install and maintain working carbon monoxide detectors if there is any gas service.”
122.24
“Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”
130.5
“Failure to maintain signed, and dated statement authorizing the Facility to take the child on regularly scheduled outings.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026
130.4
“Failure to maintain and provide the initial and annual health record documentation and information.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026
Aug 15, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
136.3
“Failure to establish mandatory drug and alcohol testing policies and procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
121.8
“Failure to ensure that Child Development Centers have at least two (2) staff members supervising each group.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2025
124.6
“Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2025
126.14
“Failure to provide each enrolled child in a full-day program with an individual crib, cot, or bed.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2025
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
Apr 4, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
159.1
“Failure of a Licensee to make reasonable efforts to determine if any child under its care is a child with a disability, as defined by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, (Pub.L 101-476; 20 U.S.C. §§ 1400 et seq.), with an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), and be aware of any obligations that the Licensee may have pursuant to the IFSP.”
159.3
“Failure of a Licensee to provide a child’s IFSP service coordinator or service provider access to the Facility in order to provide services pursuant to the child’s IFSP.”
Mar 14, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
130.4
“Failure to maintain and provide the initial and annual health record documentation and information.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2025
122.23
“Failure to install and maintain an appropriate number of working smoke detectors.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
137.1
“Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2025
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2025
130.2
“Failure of a Licensee to maintain and provide information on each enrolled child to OSSE.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
148.1
“Failure to conduct practice emergency evacuation and disaster drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025
122.24
“Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 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: Jun 26, 2025
122.22
“Failure to install and maintain working carbon monoxide detectors if there is any gas service.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2025
122.21
“Failure to maintain at the Facility a log documenting the use of extermination services.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2025
130.5
“Failure to maintain signed, and dated statement authorizing the Facility to take the child on regularly scheduled outings.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025
130.10
“Failure to inform the parent(s) or guardian(s) in writing, of the Facility’s policy regarding disclosure of information.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025
Aug 29, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
104.5(a)
“Failure to obtain a Fire Inspection Certificate from FEMS.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2024
120.2
“Failure to have a written staffing plan to ensure the required supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2024
122.22
“Failure to install and maintain working carbon monoxide detectors if there is any gas service.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
Apr 10, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
122.22
“Failure to install and maintain working carbon monoxide detectors if there is any gas service.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
124.6
“Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Gatari Child Development Center III
Is Gatari Child Development Center III licensed?
Yes. Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Gatari Child Development Center III last inspected?
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 27, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Gatari Child Development Center III had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 35 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 29 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 Gatari Child Development Center III care for?
52, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
What are Gatari Child Development Center III's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Gatari Child Development Center III cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 629-3671 to ask.
What is Gatari Child Development Center III's phone number?
(202) 629-3671.
Where is Gatari Child Development Center III?
2003 Hecht AVE, NE, Washington, DC 20002.