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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP again - I was only in the area on Friday, so I didn't get very far. I really just wandered around Old Town for a bit before my interview. I actually thought it was freezing, but coming from GA I guess that is to be expected.

I won't be able to really make a decision about where to live until: 1) I actually get the job, ha! and 2) I know where I can actually get care for my son. I'm hoping my son will be ready for K come August.

Is there an area that you would absolutely NOT recommend because the elementary school is just horrible?  [/quote]

Glad that you had a chance to walk around a bit and see the sights.  It is a hoot that you thought it was freezing when we were all walking around talking about how unseasonably warm it was!

You've gotten some really good advice about where to look. I'm in the Belle View camp for you (just because I'm in that area a lot and like it) but I see reasons for Kingstown and Carlyle, too.  I think you should take a look at the Great Schools site to get a better feel for the schools and their ratings.

I wish I could say differently, because we are long-time residents of the City of Alexandria, there are definitely some schools in the City of which you really want to steer clear for elementary schools.  So if your search does take you in to Alexandria proper then be sure to talk to your real estate agent and to consult the Great Schools site.  Most of the areas of the Alexandria section of Fairfax County that have been mentioned should be fine for elementary schools.  You haven't mentioned it but there also are some great parochial schools in the area with very good tuition rates if you are a member of the parish but they can get pricey if your are not a member of the parish.

Regarding day care, I think you've also gotten some good suggestions for that but I will add in to the mix St. Anthony's Day School, which is down in the heart of Old Town.  Several of our neighbors have their children there and the neighbors seem to be very pleased with the fit.

Also, if you do end up focusing on staying in the City of Alexandria, then be absolutely sure you have dedicated parking or off-street parking.  You do not want to be hunting for a parking space when it is dark out and you have your little one with you.

Two other thoughts for locations that I can't remember if they've been mentioned - Fairlington and Park Fairfax.  Both would be fairly easy 15-20 minute rush hour commutes to the PTO (traffic across the city is a problem no matter what) and both are nice areas with lots of families, green space, playgrounds, etc.

Good luck![/quote]

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