Dot Child Development Center (2026-27 Profile)

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Dot Child Development Center

800 Independence Ave Sw Washington, DC 20591

Tel: (202) 267-7672

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Dot Child Development Center in Washington, DC, offers coâ€“ed early childhood education for grades PK through K in a cityâ€“based, nonsectarian program.
Founded in 1985, the center serves a total enrollment of 12 students with a studentâ€“teacher ratio of 6:1.
The school is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, supporting professional early learning standards.
Located in Southwest Washington, Dot Child Development Center represents a small community preschool environment with 14.29% student diversity.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Dot Child Development Center
Pre-K	5
Kind	7

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Year Founded

1985

School Motto

Where Little Stars Shine: Nurturing Growth, Fostering Bright Futures

Student Body

Total Students

12 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 50%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

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When is the application deadline for Dot Child Development Center?

The application deadline for Dot Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Dot Child Development Center located?

Dot Child Development Center is located in the Southwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 1 other private schools located in Southwest Washington.

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