Common Questions
We believe informed families make confident decisions. Here are answers to the questions we hear most often.
FAQs
Still have questions? We’d love to hear from you! Contact us anytime to learn more about our programs, enrollment process, and availability.
Yes! We accept applications year-round based on classroom availability. We encourage families to schedule a tour and join our waitlist if a classroom is currently full.
We provide care and early education for children ages 3 months through 8 years old, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children.
Our centers are open Monday through Friday from 7:45 AM to 6:00 PM.
Yes. Earlier drop-off hours may be available based on family needs and enrollment demand. Please contact us to discuss your scheduling needs and availability.
Yes. We offer both full-time and part-time enrollment options based on classroom availability. Contact us to discuss the schedule that best fits your family’s needs.
We use the Experience Early Learning Curriculum, a comprehensive, play-based curriculum that combines hands-on exploration, social-emotional development, early literacy, math, science, art, and school-readiness skills.
Children are grouped by age and developmental stage. Our classrooms maintain low teacher-to-child ratios and provide a balance of structured learning, purposeful play, outdoor exploration, and individualized attention.
Yes! We provide three nutritious meals each day: breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack. Our meals meet USDA guidelines, and we work with families to accommodate food allergies and dietary restrictions whenever possible.
We use a parent communication app to share daily updates, photos, videos, meals, naps, activities, and important announcements. Families can also communicate directly with teachers and administrators through the app.
Yes! Throughout the year, we partner with a variety of trusted vendors to bring engaging extracurricular activities directly to our centers. These opportunities may include sports, dance, music, language enrichment, STEM experiences, and other special programs designed to enhance children’s learning and development.
Extracurricular programs offered through outside vendors are optional and require an additional fee. Families will be notified of available programs, schedules, and costs throughout the year.
Yes. We proudly participate in the D.C. Child Care Subsidy Program and welcome families receiving childcare assistance.
Tuition varies by location. Please contact us directly for current tuition rates and availability.
Absolutely! We encourage families to schedule a tour to see our classrooms, meet our team, and learn more about our programs. We also maintain an open-door policy for enrolled families. Parents are welcome to visit during operating hours while being mindful of classroom routines and minimizing disruptions to children’s schedules, learning experiences, and rest times.
At CMCC, we combine nurturing care, small class sizes, play-based learning, strong family partnerships, and full transparency to create an environment where children feel safe, confident, and excited to learn every day. We believe every child deserves individualized attention, meaningful experiences, and a joyful start to their educational journey.
No question is too small. Call, email, or stop by—we’d love to meet your family and share more about our community of love, learning, and nurture.