The T.E.A. Center Preschool
1493 Chain Bridge Road, Mc Lean, VA
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The Langley School is a licensed child care center in Mc Lean, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 564 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: pre-k and preschool. It says it provides meals. It lists yearly tuition from $25,190 to $32,990.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Pre-K and preschool |
| Staff-to-child ratio | 7:1 student/teacher ratio |
| Staff | 66% of the faculty hold advanced degrees |
| Daily life | Meals provided. Extended care: Extended day (cost, discounted with financial aid) |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Transportation | Transportation (bus service (cost, discounted with financial aid)) |
| More | Founded 1942 |
| Licensed capacity | 564 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
The Langley School lists yearly tuition from $25,190 to $32,990.
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Junior Kindergarten (2026-2027 tuition) | $32,990 |
| Preschool (2026-2027 tuition) | $25,190 |
State record
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 18, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 6 visits · 4 rules in all
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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8VAC20-780-280-G
“If hazardous substances are not kept in original containers, the substitute containers shall clearly indicate their contents. An unlabeled spray bottle was observed in a cabinet in the Birds classroom. Staff in the classroom confirmed that the bottle contained a cleaning solution.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Various cleaning materials were observed in unlocked cabinets in the preschool and kindergarten bathrooms.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“Each staff member shall submit a tuberculosis (TB) screening every two years from the date of the initial screening. Staff #2s most recent TB screening is dated 6/5/2024. The screening has been expired for approximately 2 weeks.”
8VAC20-780-510-G
“Medication shall be labeled with the child's name. Medication for child #6, child #7 and child #8 was not labeled with each childs name.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on a review of records, child records did not contain all required components. Evidence: 2 of 4 child records reviewed did not contain an updated written care plan for a diagnosed food allergy to include instructions from the child's physician. *Child 3'srecord was dated 5/12/22 (not updated annually). *Child 1's record is not signed by the physician. the digital form says "signed in Magnus";however, there is not signature available for review.”
8VAC20-780-510-E
“Based on a review of medications, authorizations for medication administration did not contain all required information. Evidence: 3 of 3 medication authorizations reviewed did not contain the duration information. (Length of authorization). 2 of 3 stated to "see the FARE form" or "see Emergency care form". Neither of those forms had duration information. 1 of 3 forms stated "as needed" for the duration of authorization. (Children 1,2,3)”
8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on a review of serious and minor injuries, all required information is not maintained. Evidence: The center records minor injuries and serious injuries separately, on different forms. *2 serious accident reports reviewed did not contain documentation of: -Future action to prevent recurrence, 2 staff's signature. Accident report did show "send Email" on the report : however, there was no documentation that an email was sent. *10 minor injury report did not include: -Time of parent notification, method of notification, future action to prevent recurrence, 2 staff signatures.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on a review of records, one staff record did not contain documentation of a competed Child Abuse and Neglect search within 45 days of employment, for a residence outside of Virginia within the past 5 years. Evidence: Staff A's record listed a residence outside of Virginia within the past 5 years. A Child abuse and Neglect search result was not on file within 45 days of employment for that address. (Date of Hire: 10/17/2020). the result on file is date 3/2023.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on record review one of three staff files did not contain a child abuse and neglect registry finding or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: Staff #2 (date of hire 11/21/21) did not have documentation of a MD child abuse and neglect finding documented during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-570-E
“Based on observation, prepared infant formula was not dated. Evidence: Two of three sets of bottles were not dated.”
8VAC20-780-160-A-1
“Based on record review, one of three of the reviewed staff records did not contain the results of a Tuberculosis screening or test every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing, or more frequently as it is recommended by a licensed physician or the health department. Evidence: Staff #1 had a Tuberculosis screening or test dated 3/11/2020.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on record review one of three staff files did not have criminal history background checks completed by the first day of employment. Evidence: Staff #3 (date of hire 5/30/2022) did not have a criminal history background check documented during the inspection.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on record review, one of three staff files did not contain a central registry finding. Evidence: Staff #2 (date of hire 11/21/21) did not have documentation of a VA central registry finding during the inspection.”
22VAC40-191-60-B
“Based on a review of records, one Board Officer did not have a completed Sworn Disclosure Statement on file within 30 days of assuming a board position. Evidence: Officer #1 assumed Board responsibilities July 1, 2021. The Sworn Disclosure Statement was not signed until 9/3/21.”
63.2(17)-1720.1-B-2
“Based on a review of records, one Board Officer's record did not contain documentation of a completed nationwide fingerprint search within 30 days of assuming responsibilities. Evidence: Officer #1 assumed Board responsibilities July 1, 2021. The fingerprint results on file are dated 9/9/2021”
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FAQ
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 18, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 6 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.
564, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
Yearly tuition from $25,190 to $32,990, as it lists it.
(703) 356-1920.
1411 Balls Hill Road, Mc Lean, VA 22101. The nearest other daycare we list is TIC Summer Camp, under 0.1 miles away.