Alert:
Growth and learning await your child at a Fairfax County Park Authority preschool! Prepare for the 2025-2026 school year by exploring what our preschools have to offer during an upcoming open house on Thursday, May 22. No appointment is needed, just drop by during the open house hours to:
Thursday, May 22, 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Franconia Rec Center, 6601 Telegraph Road, Alexandria
Thursday, May 22, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Spring Hill Rec Center, 1239 Spring Hill Road, McLean
Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is open now. Submit the inquiry form below enroll or contact the preschool directly to learn more.
Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) operates the following fully licensed preschools:
Please note that space is limited, so please use the inquiry form below or reach out directly to the preschool contacts listed above for more information, to learn about availability and to set up tours.
FCPA’s preschools nurture each child’s emotional, social and intellectual growth in a safe and inclusive environment. Our goal is to help each child reach their potential with socialization and school readiness skills.
Kids Play Preschools and Spring Hill Rec Center Preschool provide age-appropriate, hands-on activities in areas such as art, science, circle time, outdoor play and music that enhance learning, promote independence and foster a positive self-image.
Children must be the appropriate age by the beginning of class and/or no later than September 30. Children must be fully potty-trained.
Enrollment Forms: Our preschools are licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services, parents must submit the following:
Registration/Tuition: Registration is paid monthly and is due the month prior. There is an annual registration fee per child. If there is space available, new students are taken at any time throughout the school year. Registration for the upcoming school year takes place in March. It is important to enroll your child early to reserve your spot! Space is limited.
Holidays: Preschool follows Fairfax County Public Schools’ holiday schedule. However, preschool follows Fairfax County Government for inclement weather.
Teacher to Student Ratio: 1:9 (sometimes lower depending on enrollment)
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Non-Refundable Registration Fee (All Sites) |
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| Fee | |
| First Child | $150 |
| Second Child | $135 |
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Kids Play Preschool at Franconia Rec Center |
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| Ages | Days | Number of Days | Number of Hours | Monthly Fee |
| 2 ½ years | Tues/Thurs | 2 | 3 Hours | $280 |
| 3 years | Tues/Thurs | 2 | 4 Hours | $305 |
| 3 years | Mon/Wed/Friday | 3 | 3 Hours | $340 |
| 3 years | Mon-Friday | 5 | 4 Hours | $670 |
| 4 years | Tues/Thurs | 2 | 4 Hours | $305 |
| 4 years | Mon/Wed/Friday | 3 | 4 Hours | $405 |
| 4 years | Mon-Friday | 5 | 4 Hours | $670 |
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Spring Hill Rec Center Preschool Options |
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| Ages | Days | Number of Days | Number of Hours | Monthly Fee |
| 3-5 years | Tue/Thurs | 2 |
4 Hours |
$375 |
| 3-5 years |
Mon/Wed/Fri |
3 | 4 Hours |
$510 |
| 3-5 years | Mon-Fri | 5 | 4 Hours |
$850 |