La Petite Academy, Inc.
WASHINGTON, DC·Child Development Center — Full LicenseLicensed
Contact information
Address1 Michigan AVE, NW, Washington, DC, 20010
CountyDistrict of Columbia
Phone(202) 986-5738
Operating details
Capacity144
License dateFebruary 29, 2024
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/10/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High3
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1 Michigan AVE, NW, Washington, DC, 20010, WASHINGTON, DC 20010
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/10/2026
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 121.25/10/2026
121.2 — Failure to ensure minimum adult-to-child ratios shall be met at all times, including non-peak hours, during nap or rest periods, and in vehicles during transport
Failure to ensure minimum adult-to-child ratios shall be met at all times, including non-peak hours, during nap or rest periods, and in vehicles during transport Allegation type: General Health and Safety. Complaint report: View official inspection document Source: My Child Care DC (OSSE) substantiated complaint.
Corrected 5/19/2026
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 128.112/12/2024
128.1 — Failure of a Licensee to immediately notify OSSE of any unusual incident that may adversely affect the health, safety, or welfare of any enrolled child or children by submitting a completed OSSE Unusual Incident Report form to OSSE’s Child Care Co
Failure of a Licensee to immediately notify OSSE of any unusual incident that may adversely affect the health, safety, or welfare of any enrolled child or children by submitting a completed OSSE Unusual Incident Report form to OSSE’s Child Care Complaint email address. Allegation type: Administrative. Complaint report: View official inspection document Source: My Child Care DC (OSSE) substantiated complaint.
Corrected 1/15/2025 - Medium riskStandard 122.1912/12/2024
122.19 — Failure of a Licensee to ensure that the Facility’s premises remain clear of insects, rodents, and other pests and excrement of insects, rodents, and other pests
Failure of a Licensee to ensure that the Facility’s premises remain clear of insects, rodents, and other pests and excrement of insects, rodents, and other pests Allegation type: Environmental. Complaint report: View official inspection document Source: My Child Care DC (OSSE) substantiated complaint.
Corrected 1/15/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 142.212/12/2024
142.2 — Failure of a Licensee to conform, to the extent practicable, to the National Health and Safety Performance Standards to ensure the safety and welfare of children and the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of the Facility.
Failure of a Licensee to conform, to the extent practicable, to the National Health and Safety Performance Standards to ensure the safety and welfare of children and the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of the Facility. Allegation type: Environmental. Complaint report: View official inspection document Source: My Child Care DC (OSSE) substantiated complaint.
Corrected 1/15/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 128.112/10/2024
128.1 — Failure of a Licensee to immediately notify OSSE of any unusual incident that may adversely affect the health, safety, or welfare of any enrolled child or children by submitting a completed OSSE Unusual Incident Report form to OSSE’s Child Care Co
Failure of a Licensee to immediately notify OSSE of any unusual incident that may adversely affect the health, safety, or welfare of any enrolled child or children by submitting a completed OSSE Unusual Incident Report form to OSSE’s Child Care Complaint email address. Allegation type: Administrative. Complaint report: View official inspection document Source: My Child Care DC (OSSE) substantiated complaint.
Corrected 12/13/2024
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,985/month
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Typical prices in District of Columbia — see daycare costs in District of Columbia by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: WASHINGTON, District of Columbia County
- Capacity: 144
- Type: Child Development Center — Full License
- Years in operation: 3
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