Russian daycare

[Anonymous]

My friend sends her kids to this preschool in Falls Church.

www.fallschurchpreschool.com

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I think there is a preschool at the Russian cultural center on Phelps St in Kalorama DC - my children have gone another bilingual program across the street (Spanish - Kids Corner) and I see parents bringing and picking up toddlers from a building with a Russian flag and diplomatic emblem. I don't see reference to a preschool on the website, but you might try them and see (or maybe they will have other suggestions): http://www.rccusa.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=38&Itemid=53

It was Russian daycare there, last year it was clouse because of new director at the Russian Cultural Center. He didnt want kids to be there.

Sorry to revive this topic again, but do you by any chance know if they are planning to reopen the daycare? We are thinking about moving to DC in a year-two and hoping to figure out the Russian daycare situation.

Another question: is there a Russian storytime in NoVa for the "younger" crowd?

The daycare at the Russian Cultural Center will not be re-open. You will be very lucky if you find any daycare in DC not talking about Russian. Best daycares (Russian including) is in the suburbs of VA and MD. You need to do a lot of research about schools before you move, otherwise, you it will be costly and not convenient. DC is not great place for a good schools, unless you ready to pay big $$$.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think there is a preschool at the Russian cultural center on Phelps St in Kalorama DC - my children have gone another bilingual program across the street (Spanish - Kids Corner) and I see parents bringing and picking up toddlers from a building with a Russian flag and diplomatic emblem. I don't see reference to a preschool on the website, but you might try them and see (or maybe they will have other suggestions): http://www.rccusa.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=38&Itemid=53

It was Russian daycare there, last year it was clouse because of new director at the Russian Cultural Center. He didnt want kids to be there.

Sorry to revive this topic again, but do you by any chance know if they are planning to reopen the daycare? We are thinking about moving to DC in a year-two and hoping to figure out the Russian daycare situation.

Another question: is there a Russian storytime in NoVa for the "younger" crowd?

There is no Russian daycare in DC proper as far as I know. The closest match would be the daycare at the Russian embassy compound for the embassy staff. As far as I know, they start at age 3, and they follow the Russian Ministry of Education guidelines, not U.S. daycare regulations. I don't know anyone with kids there right now, so can't really say.

There is no Russian storytime in NoVa but you can explore half-day or Saturday preschool in any of the Russian daycare facilities in VA (listed upthread). I believe they start at age 2.5 - 3.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My friend sends her kids to this preschool in Falls Church.

www.fallschurchpreschool.com

I keep hearing about this preschool - will check it out. I wonder whether it really stands out that much. I am looking for an essentially an American preschool (attitude-wise) in Russian language.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think there is a preschool at the Russian cultural center on Phelps St in Kalorama DC - my children have gone another bilingual program across the street (Spanish - Kids Corner) and I see parents bringing and picking up toddlers from a building with a Russian flag and diplomatic emblem. I don't see reference to a preschool on the website, but you might try them and see (or maybe they will have other suggestions): http://www.rccusa.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=38&Itemid=53

It was Russian daycare there, last year it was clouse because of new director at the Russian Cultural Center. He didnt want kids to be there.

Sorry to revive this topic again, but do you by any chance know if they are planning to reopen the daycare? We are thinking about moving to DC in a year-two and hoping to figure out the Russian daycare situation.

Another question: is there a Russian storytime in NoVa for the "younger" crowd?

The daycare at the Russian Cultural Center will not be re-open. You will be very lucky if you find any daycare in DC not talking about Russian. Best daycares (Russian including) is in the suburbs of VA and MD. You need to do a lot of research about schools before you move, otherwise, you it will be costly and not convenient. DC is not great place for a good schools, unless you ready to pay big $$$.

Well, this sucks.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think there is a preschool at the Russian cultural center on Phelps St in Kalorama DC - my children have gone another bilingual program across the street (Spanish - Kids Corner) and I see parents bringing and picking up toddlers from a building with a Russian flag and diplomatic emblem. I don't see reference to a preschool on the website, but you might try them and see (or maybe they will have other suggestions): http://www.rccusa.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=38&Itemid=53

It was Russian daycare there, last year it was clouse because of new director at the Russian Cultural Center. He didnt want kids to be there.

Sorry to revive this topic again, but do you by any chance know if they are planning to reopen the daycare? We are thinking about moving to DC in a year-two and hoping to figure out the Russian daycare situation.

Another question: is there a Russian storytime in NoVa for the "younger" crowd?

There is no Russian daycare in DC proper as far as I know. The closest match would be the daycare at the Russian embassy compound for the embassy staff. As far as I know, they start at age 3, and they follow the Russian Ministry of Education guidelines, not U.S. daycare regulations. I don't know anyone with kids there right now, so can't really say.

There is no Russian storytime in NoVa but you can explore half-day or Saturday preschool in any of the Russian daycare facilities in VA (listed upthread). I believe they start at age 2.5 - 3.

Thank you for the information! Very useful.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My friend sends her kids to this preschool in Falls Church.

www.fallschurchpreschool.com

I keep hearing about this preschool - will check it out. I wonder whether it really stands out that much. I am looking for an essentially an American preschool (attitude-wise) in Russian language.

We teach respect and knowledge about all cultures, American, Russian, French and Spanish including. We speak English, however, have Language immersion programs in Russian, French, and Spanish. Children have Language classes 2-3 times per week (each language), Art class (every day) and of course, Music class. Our children 3-4 years old speak 2-3 languages and they are progressing enormously. For more details check our website www.creative-learning-school.com. (no openings).

[Anonymous]

Hey All, there is a meetup group on meetup.com for the Russian moms. I think it's called Russian moms something. Check them out, they meet pretty often both on weekdays and weekends arranging activities and playdates for the Russian speaking kids. I'm sure it's also a good network to find out about childcare facilities with the Russian language.

[Anonymous]

There are several Russian moms meet up groups. The one I belong to is Russian moms of Falls Church, Arlington and Alexandria: http://www.meetup.com/Russian-speaking-Moms-in-Falls-Church-Arlington-Alexandria/

There's another one for moms in Manassas-Gainesville area.

[Anonymous]

There's a Russian daycare/preschool in Reston. http://www.russiankidshouse.com/

[Anonymous]

My daughter started Russian school Olympus in Potomac, MD (in Cabin John Middle school) last September and we love it. They have so much to offer. My little girl at 3 years old was part of big performance on the big school stage, it was amazing! Her Russian is much better then before, its all because of school. We don't speak to much Russian, my husband is American. I love this school and my

The website is http://www.russianolympus.com.

[Anonymous]

Hi!
I am trying to organize a mommy-and-me type of classes for Russian-speaking families/kids in the District (probably in Columbia Heights) . Since my son is in non-Russian speaking daycare during the week, this may be a great way to keep-up/maintain his Russian on the weekend, while doing something he loves, which is music! We are looking for a qualified/experienced teacher/parent to help lead this program. Would also be a neat way for russian-speaking families in the district to meet each other This would probably be ideal for kids younger than 4, but all are welcome

If you are interested in participating as an attendee, please contact me!
If you have a suggestion of such a teacher/leader, please contact me!
if you are interested in helping to organize this, please contact me!

Alina
[e-mail]

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My friend sends her kids to this preschool in Falls Church.

www.fallschurchpreschool.com

I keep hearing about this preschool - will check it out. I wonder whether it really stands out that much. I am looking for an essentially an American preschool (attitude-wise) in Russian language.

We teach respect and knowledge about ball cultures, American, Russian, French and Spanish including. We speak English, however, have Language immersion programs in Russian, French, and Spanish. Children have Language classes 2-3 times per week (each language), Art class (every day) and of course, Music class. Our children 3-4 years old speak 2-3 languages and they are progressing enormously. For more details check our website www.creative-learning-school.com. (no openings).

Knowledge about all cultures? Hard to believe.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Hi!
I am trying to organize a mommy-and-me type of classes for Russian-speaking families/kids in the District (probably in Columbia Heights) . Since my son is in non-Russian speaking daycare during the week, this may be a great way to keep-up/maintain his Russian on the weekend, while doing something he loves, which is music! We are looking for a qualified/experienced teacher/parent to help lead this program. Would also be a neat way for russian-speaking families in the district to meet each other This would probably be ideal for kids younger than 4, but all are welcome

If you are interested in participating as an attendee, please contact me!
If you have a suggestion of such a teacher/leader, please contact me!
if you are interested in helping to organize this, please contact me!

Alina
[e-mail]

Privet Alina,

That is a great idea! I will be happy to participate! I will send you email shortly!

Thank you!

Oksana