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I-Care Child Development Center

3737 12th ST, NE, Washington, DC 200174.5· 10 reviews
licensed capacity
55
open each week
5 days

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About I-Care Child Development Center

I-Care Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 55 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 28 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMeals provided

Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 4 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
55 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
Hours it lists: “Monday thru Friday 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; closed weekends and major holidays”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 4 years
ProgramsInfant care, preschool and toddler care
CurriculumThe Creative Curriculum; Every Child Ready
EnrichmentGymnastics, dance, yoga and music classes
Daily lifeMeals provided
SafetyOutdoor playground
Licensed capacity55 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

I-Care Child Development Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for I-Care Child Development Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Development Center
Capacity
55 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
License number
#CDC-908554
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 20, 2026: 12 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 28 rules in all · 28 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 9
  • Building, equipment and play areas 6
  • Safety and hazards 5
  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Transportation 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Background checks 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. Feb 20, 2026Inspection12 rules cited
    • Transportation

      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: Sep 23, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      127.5

      “Failure to provide a copy of the Facility's current policies and procedures to parent(s).”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2026

    • 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: Feb 20, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      131.5

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

      Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      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: Sep 22, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      130.2

      “Failure of a Licensee to maintain and provide information on each enrolled child to OSSE.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      120.2

      “Failure to have a written staffing plan to ensure the required supervision.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      122.24

      “Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      150.1

      “Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      152.6

      “Failure to maintain documentation that children have received all required immunizations, health and oral examinations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      122.23

      “Failure to install and maintain an appropriate number of working smoke detectors.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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: Sep 23, 2026

  2. Jul 22, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      131.1

      “Failure to maintain information for each employee.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      122.19

      “Failure to ensure that the Facility’s premises remain clear of insects, rodents, and other pests.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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 20, 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: Jul 29, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      136.16

      “Failure to conduct a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      139.10

      “Failure to maintain adequate documentation of each staff member’s completion of the required professional development.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2025

  3. Feb 10, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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: Feb 10, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      122.6

      “Failure to undergo a fire safety inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      131.5

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

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      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 28, 2025

  4. Aug 8, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      139.10

      “Failure to maintain adequate documentation of each staff member’s completion of the required professional development.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      148.5

      “Failure to review and update the emergency and disaster plan annually.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2024

  5. Mar 21, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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: May 20, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      129.4

      “Failure to maintain at the Facility premises current liability insurance information and documentation.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2024

    • Background checks

      132.2

      “Failure to maintain the suitability of a current or prospective staff member being assessed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      122.6

      “Failure to undergo a fire safety inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 20, 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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FAQ

Questions about I-Care Child Development Center

Is I-Care Child Development Center licensed?

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

When was I-Care Child Development Center last inspected?

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 20, 2026, with 12 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has I-Care Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 28 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 28 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 I-Care Child Development Center care for?

55, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

What are I-Care Child Development Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does I-Care Child Development Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 450-1564 to ask.

What is I-Care Child Development Center's phone number?

(202) 450-1564.

Where is I-Care Child Development Center?

3737 12th ST, NE, Washington, DC 20017. The nearest other daycare we list is Petit Scholars North Campus II, 0.1 miles away.

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