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Abrakadoodle abrakadoodle.com; swalia@abrakadoodle.com
703-538-4278 Northern VA, Prince William County, Loudoun County, Montgomery
County, MD
Abrakadoodle parties—no muss, no fuss, just lots of fun!
The Center for Ballet Arts
thecenterforballetarts.com; ctrbalarts@aol.com
703-273-5344 11215 H Lee Hwy., Fairfax, VA
Ages: 3-Adult
The Center for Ballet Arts provides a well rounded curriculum and
pleasant, encouraging environment for dance training in many
different disciplines. Classes are designed to promote flexibility,
strength, artistry, coordination and technique. Stop by!
encore stage & studio
encorestage.org; info@encorestage.org
703-548-1154 4000 Lorcom Ln., Arlington, VA
Theatre by kids, for kids! Founded in 1967, Encore Stage & Studio's
mission is to build a lifelong appreciation for live theater by involving
young people in all aspects of theater arts — onstage, backstage, in the
classroom, and in the audience. Encore strives to educate and entertain
by offering productions each season that are by and for young
people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified,
enthusiastic teaching artists. We believe that participating in live
theatre builds problem-solving skills, teamwork, creativity, literacy,
and self-confidence.
Etudes dcetudes.com; info@dcetudes.com
202-256-9942 1616 Wisconsin Ave., NW, 2nd Floor, Washington, D.C.
Études school of music offers piano, voice, and strings lessons to
beginner and advanced musicians, for students ages 3.5 and up in
a warm and nurturing environment. This year, our summer camp
explores music from around the world. July 10-August 18.
harmonia school of music & art
qualified staff, family-friendly atmosphere and fun performance
opportunities. imagination stage
imaginationstage.org; boxoffice@imaginationstage.org
301-280-1660 4908 Auburn Ave., Bethesda, MD
Whether you're new to Imagination Stage or have gotten creative
with us before, we hope you'll join us as we embark on another
fun-filled summer! You'll meet new friends, expand your acting,
music, dance, and filmmaking skill sets, and make memories to last a
lifetime! International School of Music
ismw.org; info@ismw.org
301-365-5888 10450 Auto Park Ave., Bethesda, MD
301-320-4400 4701 Sangamore Rd., L-03, Bethesda, MD
Music lessons in all instruments and voice for students of all ages
and levels. Experienced, patient and nurturing faculty. Optional
performances available.
Metropolitan School of the Arts
metropolitanarts.org; info@metropolitanarts.org
5775 Barclay Dr., Ste. 4, Alexandria, VA
703-339-0444 World class performing arts school teaching dance, music and theater
to students of all ages.
perfect Pointe dance studio
perfectpointe.com; staff@perfectpointe.com
703-533-8830 2499 N. Harrison St., Ste. 1-LL, Arlington, VA
Offering classes in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, modern, musical theater,
dance and acrobatics for ages 18 months through adult! Qualified and
caring staff, family-friendly atmosphere, fun performance opportuni-
ties. harmoniaschool.org; harmonia@harmoniaschool.org
703-938-7301 204F Mill St., NE, Vienna, VA
Ages: 3 1/2-Adult
Offers outstanding music lessons in all instruments & voice and
musical theater programs taught by highly qualified and nurturing
faculty. One of the finest musical theater programs includes, acting,
theater and voice & diction classes. Performance opportunities
through Youth Theater Productions in fall & spring.
The Theatre Lab
HeartBeats Music and Dance Center
Tiny Dancers
hbeats.com; staff@hbeats.com
703-440-9000 8060 Rolling Rd., Springfield, VA
Offering classes in ballet, tap, jazz, hiphop, modern, acrobatics,
contemporary & musical theater dance styles. Private music lessons
include guitar, ukulele, violin/viola, drums, voice and more! Highly
tinydancers.com; info@tinydancers.com
703-385-5580 Fairfax City, Old Town Alexandria, Mosaic District
A unique program for children two to 12. Ballet, tap, jazz, musical
theater and Wiggletoes taught in a fun and nurturing environment
that allows each child to develop a love of dance.
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washingtonFAMILY.com theatrelab.org; contact@theatrelab.org
202-824-0449 733 8th St. NW, Washington, D.C.
Award-winning summer acting/musical theatre camps for kids,
summer acting/musical theatre institutes for teens, winter/spring
holiday camps. All-pro faculty. Scholarships available. Summer
registration opens in January. All camps fill. Register early.
Child Care
A Mother's prayer nanny service
ampnannies.com; info@ampnannies.com
301-744-9AMP 3 Bethesda Metro Ctr., Bethesda, MD
Offering baby nannies, babysitters and doulas. Over 20 years experi-
ence in childcare.
703-689-3104 2709 West Ox Rd., Herndon, VA
Innovative programs for all ages: Preschool/Pre-K, tiny tots, STEM
classes, day camps, teacher workday programs, before/after school
care. Based at Frying Pan Farm and other parks, we offer extra
experiences/demonstrations unique to our programs.
Education Arris Montessori Academy
Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery
arrismontessori.com 703-858-2800
A Montessori School providing smaller ratio classrooms focused on
independence and fostering the child's love of learning.
acornhill.org; info@acornhill.org
301-565-2282 9504 Brunett Ave., Silver Spring, MD
Play-oriented Waldorf school with singing, crafts, gardening,
storytelling. Parent-infant/toddler, parent-child, half & full day
and summer programs. Certified nursery/kindergarten. 45+ years
experience. Rolling admissions.
A Child's Place
achildsplaceinc.com 703-698-8050
3100 Prosperity Ave., Fairfax, VA
A Child’s Place in Fairfax was established in 1981. We take children
eight weeks to five years. Please stop by for a visit.
Friendship Children’s Center
friendshipchildren.org; contactus@friendshipchildren.org
202-244-5115 Community based, non-profit, early learning center. Creative
curriculum, music, yoga, dance, Spanish and cooking classes,
educational field trips, intergenerational activities. Highly qualified
faculty. Year-round programming. Sibling and ANC3E placement
prior. Katydid/Farm School
katydidkids.com; info@katydidkids.com
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4/6/17 Ambleside School
ambleside.org; admin@ambleside.org
703-430-4034 1089 Liberty Meeting Ct., Herndon, VA
Ambleside is a Christ-centered school committed to providing a
Charlotte Mason “living education.” In partnership with the family, we
empower students to think with the mind of Christ and to author a life
in rich relationship to God, self, others, ideas and all of creation.
Arris Montessori Academy
arrismontessori.com 703-858-2800
A Montessori school providing smaller ratio classrooms focused on
independence and fostering the child's love of learning.
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