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St. Albans Early Childhood Center
- licensed capacity
- 225
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $2,500
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About
About St. Albans Early Childhood Center
St. Albans Early Childhood Center is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 225 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $2,500 to $2,800.
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 225 children
Hours
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
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Curriculum | The Creative Curriculum |
| Enrichment | Weekly Spanish instructions, music and movement classes, yoga lessons, soccer training, and international music sessions |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Infant (6 weeks to 1 year) 1:4 ratio |
| Staff | Education and experience in early childhood education |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Parents pack food; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Assistance it accepts | OSSE Vouchers Program and In-House Subsidy |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited, Other accreditation (OSSE gold star rated) |
| Licensed capacity | 225 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
St. Albans Early Childhood Center lists monthly tuition from $2,500 to $2,800.
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Butterflies, 2 to 3 years (2026-27) | $2,600 |
| Caterpillars, 18 to 30 months (2026-27) | $2,700 |
| PreK 3 & 4 (non-PKEEP) (2026-27) | $2,500 |
| Tadpoles & Frogs, 6 weeks to 1 year (2026-27) | $2,800 |
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Extended Care Option PKEEP (3 to 4 years old), SY 2025-26 | $12,500 |
| PKEEP Extended, 3 to 4-years-old (2026-27) | $13,125 |
6 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for St. Albans Early Childhood Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Development Center
- Capacity
- 225 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #CDC-102544
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 23, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 8 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 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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Mar 23, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
137.1
“Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
Mar 2, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
122.16
124.2
“Failure of a Licensee to ensure that the temperature within each room of program space shall be maintained at between sixty-eight degrees Fahrenheit (68°F) and seventy-five degrees Fahrenheit (75°F) from October through March, and between sixty-eight degrees Fahrenheit (68°F) and eighty-two degrees Fahrenheit (82°F) from April through September.”
Sep 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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: Sep 25, 2025
Mar 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
122.8
“Failure to ensure that a Facility is free of any lead-based paint hazards”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2025
122.18
“Failure to maintain hot and cold running water under pressure at one hundred degrees Fahrenheit (100°F).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2025
Sep 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
137.1
“Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
May 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
137.1
“Failure staff to complete a physical examination by a licensed health care practitioner.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about St. Albans Early Childhood Center
Is St. Albans Early Childhood Center licensed?
Yes. Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
When was St. Albans Early Childhood Center last inspected?
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 23, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has St. Albans Early Childhood Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 6 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 St. Albans Early Childhood Center care for?
225, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
What are St. Albans Early Childhood Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does St. Albans Early Childhood Center cost?
Monthly tuition from $2,500 to $2,800, as it lists it.
What is St. Albans Early Childhood Center's phone number?
(202) 363-7380.
Where is St. Albans Early Childhood Center?
4404 Wisconsin AVE, NW, Washington, DC 20016. The nearest other daycare we list is St. Columba's Nursery School, 0.1 miles away.