Trusted Childcare and Daycare in Annandale, VA
Carousel Child Development Center has nurtured curiosity, confidence, and growth since 1986, from infant care through pre-kindergarten. Serving families across Annandale, Fairfax, and Falls Church.
Since 1986, nearly 40 years in Annandale
VQB5 Licensed by Virginia Dept. of Education
CDA-credentialed lead teachers
Military families proudly supported
Take a tour of our Annandale child development center
7
Classrooms, plus large outdoor playgrounds
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1986
Serving Annandale families since
Nearly forty years of Annandale childhoods
Welcome to Carousel Child Development Center, where excellence in early childhood education and development has been our passion since 1986. Located in the heart of Annandale, we serve families across Fairfax, Falls Church, and Merrifield, VA.
We’re dedicated to nurturing every child’s growth, curiosity, and potential, in an environment where children can explore, learn, and grow at their own pace
Now welcoming military families. Carousel Child Development Center proudly supports military families stationed across Northern Virginia.
Care that feels like family, standards that feel professional
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Proven Excellence
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Experienced Staff
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Safe Environment
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Parent Engagement
Our daycare and preschool programs in Annandale
Infant Care
Toddler Program
Pre-School
Pre-Kindergarten
A licensed, evidence-based preschool curriculum
- Streamin3 Curriculum for preschoolers, supporting curiosity, independence, and school readiness
- HighReach Learning for infants, nurturing sensory and emotional development from the very first months
- CPR & First Aid certified staff, with a lead CDA-credentialed teacher in every classroom
Virginia Dept. of Education
Learn more about our educational partners: Virginia Department of Education, Virginia Quality Birth to Five (VQB5), STREAMin3 Curriculum, and HighReach Learning.
Carousel Child Development Center reviews
“Couldn’t be happier with Carousel. Both of my children have been there for over 20 years. My kids love it here.”
Owais Alam
“Lovely center. Friendly staff and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a safe space for their children.”
Dale Van Wagoner
Innas Abughannem
Families across Annandale, Fairfax, and Falls Church
Our mission is to support families across Annandale, Fairfax, Falls Church, and nearby communities with exceptional early childhood education. If your home is a short drive away, our welcoming atmosphere and dedicated teachers make the trip worth it.
Our daycare and preschool programs attract parents from all over Fairfax County who seek a trusted, nurturing environment focused on play-based learning, emotional development, and kindergarten readiness.
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