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Pineiro B. says "Work hard and always on time for work , Tatiana love kids. In the pass 2 years she be working with kids and help around . Thanks you very much"
Care Member says "Benyathip, has been working for us for more than a year since my son was 6 months. She has been very caring and loving, she is very fast learner and...
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- $27/hr
Christine D. says "Jules has watched my 10-month old daughter a few times and she's been great. She is super sweet and patient with my daughter, is completely unfazed...
La Toya B. says "Dontay was punctual and I booked her last minute for an entire workday. I'm glad that I found her. I would book her again if needed."
Care Member says "Karen was reliable and great with our kids. High recommend!"
Care Member says "Veronica was very caring and helpful while I was away. She checked in frequently and let me know how my parent was faring. She was engaging and...
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- $24/hr
Chloe G. says "Anne Marie is so caring, thoughtful, and helpful! I would highly recommend her to support your family. She will treat them like her own! She also has a ton...
Care Member says "I have had the absolute pleasure of having Briana as a sitter. Every time she steps into our home she brings a positive attitude and gentle...
Care Member says "Truly is a wonderful caregiver!! She took care of our daughter in our home for about 6-7 months. She was always on time, followed every specification we...
Care Member says "My children absolutely adore Ms. Breanna. Ms.Breanna is very professional, kind and always have fun activities for the children to do. I highly...
Dax K. says "Five Star Nanny! Monique is always on time, always in good spirits, and a joy to be around. She gave my newborn son her undivided attention each time she was...
Sacha K. says "Samantha is absolutely a savant with dogs! Not only do they love her, but she trained my pit bull rescue to stop pulling on his leash and to stop being...
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- $18/hr
Saharah Moon C. says "Michelena was great for after school babysitting. She was dependable and fun and my kids loved her. She got my kids from school, walked them to...
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- $20/hr
Menbere S. says "Hands down the best caregiver I've ever worked with thus far. Julianna babysat our one-year-old for a week. She is attentive, smart, patient, creative,...
Susan M. says "We employed Marina for over a year to care for our son who was 18 mos through 2+ years old. She was great with him, and we were sorry to let her go when he...
Child care centers in Washington, DC
BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF WASHINGTON
2001 WISCONSIN AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC
State license verified
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- $2924/mo
- starting at
- $2806/mo
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2,181 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $21.92/hr as of October 2025
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.8
Recent child care reviews from local parents in Washington, DC
Child Care Providers in Washington, DC are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 742 reviews of the 2,181 listed child care providers
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Washington, DC
How much is child care near me in Washington, DC?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $21.92 per hour as of October 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Washington, DC?
Care.com currently has 1,940 child care providers near you in Washington, DC. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Washington, DC and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Washington, DC that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Washington, DC child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Washington, DC, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Washington, DC and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Washington, DC in October, 2025?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
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