Daycare Questions Annandale Parents Ask
How much does daycare cost in Annandale?
Rates depend on your child’s age and whether you need full time or part time care, so we talk them through on your visit.
There is a one time application fee of $200 for the first child and $150 for a second child from the same family, which
holds the place.
What are your opening hours?
We are open Monday to Friday, 7:30 in the morning until 5:30 in the afternoon. We are closed at weekends
Are you licensed?
Yes. Deba Daycare holds a Fairfax County license and a State of Virginia license. Deba is CPR and first aid certified and
holds medication administration training. Ms. Linda is CPR and first aid certified and receives ongoing training through
Fairfax County’s Office for Children.
How many children do you care for?
Up to 12 children at any one time, across all ages, in a small mixed age group. It is a home, not a centre, and the same two
people are here every day.
Do you open at weekends?
No. We are open Monday to Friday only, from 7:30 in the morning until 5:30 in the afternoon. We are closed at weekends
and on public holidays
Do you provide meals?
Yes. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are included. Infants have fresh pureed fruit and vegetables or Gerber, whichever you
prefer, and parents bring their own formula or breast milk. Tell us about any allergy before the first day.
What should I bring on the first day?
A birth certificate, a copy of both parents’ driver’s license, nappies and wipes, a blanket, a dummy if your child uses one,
two sippy cups or bottles, plastic and small bibs, spare clothes, nappy rash cream and baby powder. We also ask each
family for two rolls of paper towels and a box of tissues each month.
Can I visit before I decide?
Yes, and we would rather you did. Call or send a message and we will arrange a time for you to see the rooms, the
backyard, and meet the people who would be looking after your child. Current openings.
What is the difference between a home daycare and a daycare center?
A home daycare is a licensed family home with a small group and the same carers every day. A center is larger, with
children grouped by age and staff who change between rooms and shifts. Both are regulated. Which suits your child is a
personal decision, and it is worth visiting one of each before you choose.
What ages do you take?
CLIENT TO CONFIRM. The site currently states four different ranges. Deba needs to give one answer, and it then goes
here, on the homepage, on the enrollment page and on the Google Business Profile, worded identically.
Is there a camera so I can watch my child during the day?
CLIENT TO CONFIRM. This question was already on the site with an Elementor demo answer. It is also a term parents
search for. Answer it honestly either way and publish it, or leave it off entirely.
Do you collect and drop off?
CLIENT TO CONFIRM. Inherited from the same demo accordion. Deba needs to say whether any transport is offered.
What payment methods do you accept?
CLIENT TO CONFIRM. Inherited from the same demo accordion. Needs the real list.
Do you have any openings right now?
CLIENT TO CONFIRM. This answer must carry a date, for example: As of 1 September 2026 we have places for two
infants and one toddler. Update it whenever it changes and never leave an undated availability claim on the page.