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Howard University Early Learning Program

531 College ST, NW, Washington, DC 200593.0· 2 reviews

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About Howard University Early Learning Program

Howard University Early Learning Program is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It describes its programs: preschool and summer camp.

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageSummer campNAEYC accredited

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: ages two to six years of age
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Not listed
Licensed capacity
60 children

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Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Ages two to six years of age
ProgramsPreschool and summer camp
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
Licensed capacity60 childrenFrom the state license
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State record

Inspection reports for Howard University Early Learning Program

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Development Center
Capacity
60 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#CDC-909645
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 21, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Food and nutrition 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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  1. Jan 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Mar 18, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      131.5

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

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 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: Mar 27, 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: Mar 21, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      122.6

      “Failure to undergo a fire safety inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025

  4. Jun 27, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      155.4

      “Failure to have at least one (1) staff member present who is certified as a Food Protection Manager.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2024

  5. Feb 14, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      104.5(a)

      “Failure to obtain a Fire Inspection Certificate from FEMS.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024

    • Other rules

      104.5(b)

      “Failure to obtain a Clean Hands Certificate.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 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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Is Howard University Early Learning Program licensed?

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

When was Howard University Early Learning Program last inspected?

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on January 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Howard University Early Learning Program had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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 Howard University Early Learning Program care for?

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

What are Howard University Early Learning Program's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (202) 806-7102 to confirm.

How much does Howard University Early Learning Program cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 806-7102 to ask.

What is Howard University Early Learning Program's phone number?

(202) 806-7102.

Where is Howard University Early Learning Program?

531 College ST, NW, Washington, DC 20059. The nearest other daycare we list is Love First Child Development Center Site # 1, 0.4 miles away.

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