Carousel Child Development Center 3408 Woodburn Road, Annandale, VA 22003

"Our child spent 1 year here as an infant and we couldn't have been happier regarding her experience. The teachers were remarkably caring and treated our child as if she was their own. It is a very caring and nurturing environment."

"We love love love Carousel. My older one started at the age of 3 and my younger one started when she is around 8 months (baby room’s waiting list is loooongg). We experienced almost all the rooms in Carousel and each single teacher is amazing. We couldn’t say more about how much they care and take good care of our kids. Staff are very responsive and know exactly what they are doing (no drama, no delay, always super helpful). Many teachers have worked in this school for 10+ years and even 30yrs. Low teacher turn over is a good sign for us."

"I wish I could give more than 5 stars. My son started here at 8 weeks and as a new mom geographically remote from family, not only did they provide excellent care, they patiently taught me things or gave me advice when they noticed I was struggling. Before we started, they also allowed us to visit unannounced so he could get used to the environment. I was welcomed any time, allowed to come and breastfeed if my schedule allowed, and in general, made to feel like I was a part of his day, not just dropping him off. In over a year, I have not once seen a staff member be surly or give the appearance of having a bad day. All the teachers I have meet are enthusiastic, greet every child as if he/she is special, and are patient beyond measure. I continue to refer to this place as 'school' when I drop my son off because I also feel they take their job of teaching the children seriously, even in the baby room. Every day, there is an activity that the children take part in and the youngest of babies are learning from the kids around them in a safe environment. In short, I count myself luck to have my child in a center as fulfilling and loving as this one."