Infants & Toddlers
Welcome to Welcome to Infants Infants & & Toddlers Toddlers Ages 6 weeks - 3 Years Old We know that for many families choosing first-time childcare arrangements can be as daunting as deciding on a college. The choice isn’t just about the instruction or the program’s philosophy; it’s about selecting with whom you’ll celebrate your child’s first steps, first words, and first friendships. It’s about finding a “school family” where you can take your child and feel confident that he or she will be nurtured and loved. That’s where we come in.
We’re Here to Partner With YOU.
We know your child means the world to you, and we want you to know we’re here for your family. We aren’t new at this. We’ve offered quality childcare since 1987. With experienced teachers who specialize in early childhood education, we prioritize a low student-toteacher ratio and staff each classroom with an additional teacher above ratio for the majority of the day. This extra support helps provide focused, individualized care and continuity throughout the day. We help guide you and your children through personal milestones, partnering to provide the best experience for your family.
We feel so incredibly lucky to be a part of the Infant-Toddler program at Congressional! All of the teachers we've had for both of our children are loving, creative, trustworthy, and truly treat our children like their own. Every day is full of imaginative projects, music, and laughter. We love We love how how they they partner partner with with us us as as parents—it parents—it really really feels feels like like a a team. team.”” -The Nolan Family
Experience
matters, and our teachers bring plenty of it. Our lead teachers have an average of 8 years of experience In early childhood education.
Teacher to Student Ratios
1:4
Under 16 Months
1:5
16 - 24 Months
1:8
Ages 2 - 3
7 am - 6 pm
hours of operation Monday - Friday, 12 Months NAEYC accredited, fully licensed program *closed for holidays and/or breaks throughout year
Age 1+
All food and snacks are included. Menus developed by a nutritionist in partnership with our food service provider.
Every day we pick up our girls, they are smiling. From the teachers, to the other parents, to their friends, Congressional has Congressional has provided provided such such a a beautiful beautiful school school home home for for us. us. ““
-The Sheppard Family
40
acre campus for nature walks, trips to see the ponies, and creek exploration
Play time in our ageappropriate playgrounds
Dedicated
program room for group instruction, library, and music, in addition to our agelevel classrooms
As first time parents of an infant, we did a lot of daycare research. Congressional School Congressional School clearly clearly stood stood out out among among all all others. others. We love the program, as it offers both structure and free, exploratory play."
-The Werblin Family
3
enrichment classes taught by expert teachers from our Lower School (PE, library, and Music)
Community is at the heart of campus life. From traditions like Fall Festival and Taste of Home, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy campus events, build lasting friendships, and feel at home.
We Want Our Young Friends to Flourish
Our program is designed to spark your child’s initial excitement for learning - in all areas. We nurture physical, emotional, and cognitive needs and ensure developmentally appropriate guidance for each age level. Language development, fine and gross motor skills, self-awareness, building relationships, exploring the environment, potty training, and preparing your child for preschool are areas emphasized in our no-screentime, play-based childcare. But most of all, we want kids to be kids. We want parents to be involved. And we want young minds to fill with excitement as they discover and explore their world.
Enrichment During Every Season Because we’re a year-round program, we don’t hit pause once June comes around. In the summer, students in our infant & toddler program enjoy specialty programs such as Fit Kids, ponies, visits to the aquatic center on campus, and water play every Friday during the summer. On top of that, our infants & toddlers receive weekly visits from vendors that specialize in children’s entertainment. Our students Our students experience experience everything everything from from dance dance parties, parties, concerts, concerts, petting zoos, petting zoos, bubble bubble shows, shows, puppet puppet shows, shows, and and so so much much more! more!
1 App Brightwheel is used to keep you updated on your little one throughout your busy day
Age 3
our preschool program begins and our partnership continues
2
on-campus clinics with full-time, medical professionals
Come and See for Yourself!
Send us an email, or give us a call and schedule your tour. Amanda Carbury, Director of Enrollment Management and Financial Aid admissions@congressionalschool.org 703-533-9711, ext. 309
“When searching for a school to enroll our daughter, we wanted an academic institution that prioritized whole-child development. We found this at Congressional.
Students have Students have an an incredible incredible opportunity opportunity to to join join a a community community dedicated to dedicated to instilling instilling strong strong foundational foundational values values such such as as integrity, respect, integrity, respect, and and kindness. kindness. We've been pleased to see our daughter grow and continuously thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. Our youngest daughter joined the infant/toddler program this year, and we’re excited to see her flourish and experience all the great things we’ve grown to love about Congressional." ” -The Garcia-Poole Family
Dedicated to Young Learners www.congressionalschool.org
3229 Sleepy Hollow Rd, Falls Church, VA 22042