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University For Kids Capitol Riverfront

1550 First ST, SW Unit C-1, Washington, DC 200244.4· 7 reviews
licensed capacity
52
open each week
5 days

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About University For Kids Capitol Riverfront

University For Kids Capitol Riverfront is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 52 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Infants

Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
52 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

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
Licensed capacity52 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for University For Kids Capitol Riverfront

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Child Development Center
Capacity
52 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
License number
#CDC-102973
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 24, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 20 rules in all · 17 corrected

  • Records and paperwork 5
  • Staff training and qualifications 5
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Background checks 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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  1. Jun 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 18, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      122.6

      “Failure to undergo a fire safety inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2025

  3. Jun 5, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      122.21

      “Failure to maintain at the Facility a log documenting the use of extermination services.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025

  4. May 4, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      120.1

      “Failure to supervise children while at the Facility by responsible staff and volunteers who can see and hear the children supervised at all times including but not limited to when they are napping or sleeping, on the playground, on field trips, on vehicular and non-vehicular excursions, and during all water activities and water play activities”
    • Records and paperwork

      128.1

      “Failure of a Licensee to immediately notify OSSE of any unusual incident that may adversely affect the health, safety, or welfare of any enrolled child or children by submitting a completed OSSE Unusual Incident Report form to OSSE’s Child Care Complaint email address.”
    • Records and paperwork

      128.2

      “Failure of a Licensee to provide a copy of the completed Unusual Incident Report form provided to OSSE to the parent(s) or guardian(s) of each child affected by the unusual incident.”
  5. Dec 17, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      131.5

      “Failure to maintain a record for each staff member.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      139.4

      “Failure to ensure that the critical health and safety training are completed before staff members.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      139.3

      “Failure to ensure that each staff member receive orientation training in the additional health and safety standards.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      122.24

      “Failure to perform fire drills, at least monthly at the Child Development Facility”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      139.2

      “Failure to ensure that each staff member shall receive pre-service training in the health and safety standards.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      150.1

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

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • 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: Jan 23, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      122.19

      “Failure to ensure that the Facility’s premises remain clear of insects, rodents, and other pests.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2025

  6. Jul 16, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      150.2

      “Failure to have at least two (2) staff members available to administer first aid and CPR.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      103.5(f)

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

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      155.4

      “Failure to have at least one (1) staff member present who is certified as a Food Protection Manager.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2024

    • Background checks

      132.2

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

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      103.5(c)

      “Failure to obtain a DOEE lead-based paint Certification or Clearance Report - Initial Application”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      120.2

      “Failure to have a written staffing plan to ensure the required supervision.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      127.3

      “Failure to establish and implement written policies and procedures used to govern the operations of the Facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 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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Questions about University For Kids Capitol Riverfront

Is University For Kids Capitol Riverfront licensed?

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

When was University For Kids Capitol Riverfront last inspected?

Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has University For Kids Capitol Riverfront had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 5 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 University For Kids Capitol Riverfront care for?

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

What are University For Kids Capitol Riverfront's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does University For Kids Capitol Riverfront cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (771) 233-7668 to ask.

What is University For Kids Capitol Riverfront's phone number?

(771) 233-7668.

Where is University For Kids Capitol Riverfront?

1550 First ST, SW Unit C-1, Washington, DC 20024. The nearest other daycare we list is Bambini Play & Learn at Navy Yard, 0.5 miles away.

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