Loving Care Day Nursery
114 Kennedy ST, NW, Washington, DC
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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.
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
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 4 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Curriculum | The Creative Curriculum; Every Child Ready |
| Enrichment | Gymnastics, dance, yoga and music classes |
| Daily life | Meals provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Licensed capacity | 55 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
I-Care Child Development Center has not listed its tuition.
State record
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
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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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
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
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
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2026
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
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
120.2
“Failure to have a written staffing plan to ensure the required supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2026
122.24
“Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
150.1
“Failure to ensure that all staff members possess first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2026
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
122.23
“Failure to install and maintain an appropriate number of working smoke detectors.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026
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
131.1
“Failure to maintain information for each employee.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2025
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
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
129.4
“Failure to maintain at the Facility premises current liability insurance information and documentation.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
136.16
“Failure to conduct a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2025
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
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
122.6
“Failure to undergo a fire safety inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2025
131.5
“Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 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: Mar 28, 2025
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
148.5
“Failure to review and update the emergency and disaster plan annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 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: May 20, 2024
129.4
“Failure to maintain at the Facility premises current liability insurance information and documentation.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2024
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
122.6
“Failure to undergo a fire safety inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2024
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FAQ
Yes. Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
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.
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.
55, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 450-1564 to ask.
(202) 450-1564.
3737 12th ST, NE, Washington, DC 20017. The nearest other daycare we list is Petit Scholars North Campus II, 0.1 miles away.