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Meriam Academy

704 Kennedy ST, NW, Washington, DC 200115.0· 11 reviews
licensed capacity
28
open each week
5 days
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About Meriam Academy

Meriam Academy is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 28 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 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 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMeals providedOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license. Ages it lists: 3 months to 5 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
28 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Traditional Services, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: 3 months to 5 years
ProgramsInfant care, preschool and toddler care
Daily lifeUSDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided. Extended care: Non-traditional Services available until 9 p.m.
Licensed capacity28 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Meriam Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Meriam Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Development Center
Capacity
28 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
License number
#CDC-910230
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 9, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 6 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Background checks 1
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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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See all 6 visits
  1. Jun 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      132.2

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

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025

  3. Jul 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Dec 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jul 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jan 29, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      150.1

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

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      104.5(d)

      “Failure to provide proof of insurance with reasonable coverage amounts and required coverages”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2024

    • 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 8, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      152.1

      “Failure to ensure that each child submits to a Facility documentation of a comprehensive physical health examination.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      139.6

      “Failure to ensure that each paid employee of a Facility participate in annual professional development.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 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 Meriam Academy

Is Meriam Academy licensed?

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

When was Meriam Academy last inspected?

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 9, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Meriam Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 2 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Meriam Academy care for?

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

What are Meriam Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Meriam Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 248-1848 to ask.

What is Meriam Academy's phone number?

(202) 248-1848.

Where is Meriam Academy?

704 Kennedy ST, NW, Washington, DC 20011. The nearest other daycare we list is Mana Bilingual Child Development Center, 0.1 miles away.

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