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Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool

6335 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria, VA 223125.0· 3 reviews
licensed capacity
37
open each week
5 days

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About Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool

Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool is a licensed child care center in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 37 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion, Montessori and Reggio Emilia approach, with infant care, preschool and toddler care.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMontessoriSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyBilingual program

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 4 months to School Age (6 and older)
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
37 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
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Monday to Friday, 7 AM - 7 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 4 months to School Age (6 and older)
ProgramsInfant care, preschool and toddler care
ApproachBilingual / immersion (English and Spanish), Montessori, Reggio Emilia
CurriculumSTREAMin3
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
TransportationTransportation (transport services)
LanguagesSpanish
MoreFounded 2023
Licensed capacity37 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
37 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#ID45284
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Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 21, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 7 of 11 visits · 6 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Health, medication and illness 1

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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  1. May 21, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. There was rust observed on the radiators in two bathrooms next to child sized toilets.”
  2. Nov 13, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “For each group of children, the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Two children were not documented as arriving into care in classroom as required.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-H

      “The center shall maintain a record of the dates of the practice drills for one year. For centers offering multiple shifts, the simulated drills shall be divided evenly among the various shifts. The center did not document an evacuation drill was practiced for October 2025 as required.”
  3. Jul 10, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “The records for children shall contain documentation of child updates. Child A's annual record update was approximately 2 months over due. Child B's annual record review was approximately 1 month overdue.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “The center shall maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions documented in the allergy plan required in 8VAC20-780-60 A 8. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. The center did not have an updated sensitivity listed on the allergy list and the list was not covered to keep information confidential. A child's identifying information was pulled above the coversheet hanging on the wall.”
  4. Jul 10, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “The records for children shall contain documentation of child updates. Child A's annual record update was approximately 2 months over due. Child B's annual record review was approximately 1 month overdue.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “The center shall maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions documented in the allergy plan required in 8VAC20-780-60 A 8. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. The center did not have an updated sensitivity listed on the allergy list and the list was not covered to keep information confidential. A child's identifying information was pulled above the coversheet hanging on the wall.”
  5. Mar 11, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Shelf and table have cracks in Purple room. Peeling paint in Yellow room. Astro Turf on playground not laying flat ( tripping hazard).”
  6. Mar 11, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Shelf and table have cracks in Purple room. Peeling paint in Yellow room. Astro Turf on playground not laying flat ( tripping hazard).”
  7. Mar 11, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Shelf and table have cracks in Purple room. Peeling paint in Yellow room. Astro Turf on playground not laying flat ( tripping hazard).”
  8. Nov 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Nov 20, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. May 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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  1. May 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Oct 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on records reviewed, child records do not contain all required information. Evidence: Record for Child 1 is missing Parents work place information.”
  3. Jun 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-450-A

      “Based upon observation, required top and bottom linens were not available during rest time. Evidence: 5 children in the purple and green room did not have a bottom cot cover as required.”
  4. Jun 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-450-A

      “Based upon observation, required top and bottom linens were not available during rest time. Evidence: 5 children in the purple and green room did not have a bottom cot cover as required.”
  5. Feb 7, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-550-P

      “Based on record review, required written documentation of minor injuries was missing required information. Evidence:2 of 3 incident reports were found to be missing future action to prevent reoccurrence.”
  6. Feb 7, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-550-P

      “Based on record review, required written documentation of minor injuries was missing required information. Evidence:2 of 3 incident reports were found to be missing future action to prevent reoccurrence.”
  7. Mar 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Mar 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Nov 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Nov 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2012. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool

Is Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool licensed?

Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on May 21, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 7 of 11 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.

How many children can Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool care for?

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

Does Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 217-1060 to ask.

What is Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool's phone number?

(703) 217-1060.

Where is Luca's Rainbow Bilingual Preschool?

6335 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria, VA 22312. The nearest other daycare we list is Lincolnia Academy of Early Learning, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety (license and visits).