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St Thomas Early Learning Center

8991 Brook Rd, Mc Lean, VA 221024.8· 11 reviews
licensed capacity
50
open each week
5 days
monthly, posted tuition
$345

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About St Thomas Early Learning Center

St Thomas Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Mc Lean, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 50 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, pre-k and preschool. It lists monthly tuition from $345 to $1,895.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Preschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campPosts tuition

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: Children 2 through Pre-K
Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
50 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Monday - Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM (school year hours)”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Children 2 through Pre-K
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp
ApproachPlay-based
EnrichmentSpanish (introduced daily in the Aftercare Enrichment Class)
SafetyOutdoor playground
DiscountsDiscounts for siblings may apply
Licensed capacity50 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

St Thomas Early Learning Center lists monthly tuition from $345 to $1,895.

Monthly · program, in its own wordsPrice
Before Care (Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 9 AM)$345
Enrichment Class (Monday - Friday 3 PM - 5:30 PM)$495
Full day enrollment (Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM)$1,895
Preschool (Monday - Friday 9 AM - 1 PM)$850
Rest Time (Monday - Friday 1 PM - 3 PM)$365
5 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.

State record

Inspection reports for St Thomas Early Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
50 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1108958
See the state's record

Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 28, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 11 visits · 5 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Records and paperwork 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. Sep 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Feb 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Sep 29, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-260-B

      “Child Day Centers are required to obtain annual approval from the health department for meeting requirements for 1. Water supply; 2. Sewage disposal system; and 3. Food service, if applicable. Annual approval from the health department was overdue by two months.”
  4. May 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. May 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Dec 9, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “A written care plan is required for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Child #3, who has been enrolled for ten months, has a diagnosed food allergy and did not have a written care plan in their file.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-L

      “Medications shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. The medication for Child #1 was observed in an unlocked cabinet in the classroom.”
  7. Dec 9, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “A written care plan is required for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Child #3, who has been enrolled for ten months, has a diagnosed food allergy and did not have a written care plan in their file.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-L

      “Medications shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. The medication for Child #1 was observed in an unlocked cabinet in the classroom.”
  8. Jun 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jun 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Feb 7, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-D

      “Based on record review, the center did not implement practice evacuation drills monthly. Evidence: 1. An evacuation drill was not completed for the month of January 2024.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “Based on staff interview and review of attendance records, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs for one group of children. Evidence: 1. There were 10 children present in the Frogs classroom. The attendance record for the Frogs classroom did not contain documentation of children currently present in the classroom. 2. Staff stated they usually complete the attendance record at the end of each day.”
Show 7 earlier visits
  1. Feb 7, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-D

      “Based on record review, the center did not implement practice evacuation drills monthly. Evidence: 1. An evacuation drill was not completed for the month of January 2024.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “Based on staff interview and review of attendance records, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs for one group of children. Evidence: 1. There were 10 children present in the Frogs classroom. The attendance record for the Frogs classroom did not contain documentation of children currently present in the classroom. 2. Staff stated they usually complete the attendance record at the end of each day.”
  2. Jun 15, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-540-B-3

      “Based on record review, 4 of 4 children's records did not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. The records for Child #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not contain the address for each custodial parent's place of employment.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-50-B

      “Based on record review and staff interview, the center did not maintain documentation as required for 1 of 4 children's records. Evidence: 1. The immunizations in the record for Child #3 were dated 2/1/2023, after their first date of attendance (1/2/2023). 2. Staff stated the original immunizations obtained for Child #3 before the child was admitted were destroyed once a more up to date document was obtained. Staff stated they have been removing old immunization forms from the files when parents bring updated documents.”
  3. Jun 15, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-540-B-3

      “Based on record review, 4 of 4 children's records did not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. The records for Child #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not contain the address for each custodial parent's place of employment.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-50-B

      “Based on record review and staff interview, the center did not maintain documentation as required for 1 of 4 children's records. Evidence: 1. The immunizations in the record for Child #3 were dated 2/1/2023, after their first date of attendance (1/2/2023). 2. Staff stated the original immunizations obtained for Child #3 before the child was admitted were destroyed once a more up to date document was obtained. Staff stated they have been removing old immunization forms from the files when parents bring updated documents.”
  4. Nov 29, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on record review, 1 of 2 staff members reviewed did not submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 began employment on 8/22/2022. The tuberculosis screening documentation in the record for Staff #1 was dated 11/03/2021.”
  5. Nov 29, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on record review, 1 of 2 staff members reviewed did not submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 began employment on 8/22/2022. The tuberculosis screening documentation in the record for Staff #1 was dated 11/03/2021.”
  6. Mar 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Dec 9, 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 St Thomas Early Learning Center

Is St Thomas Early Learning Center licensed?

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

When was St Thomas Early Learning Center last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has St Thomas Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 5 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 St Thomas Early Learning Center care for?

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

Does St Thomas Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are St Thomas Early Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does St Thomas Early Learning Center cost?

Monthly tuition from $345 to $1,895, as it lists it.

What is St Thomas Early Learning Center's phone number?

(703) 442-4766.

Where is St Thomas Early Learning Center?

8991 Brook Rd, Mc Lean, VA 22102. The nearest other daycare we list is SACC at Colvin Run, 0.5 miles away.

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