Welcome To Aya Nest
A Montessori Infant Environment
(4–16 Months)
The Nest is a beautifully prepared environment built entirely on respect. Peaceful, purposeful, and scaled perfectly to your baby’s perspective. It isn’t standard daycare. It is a calm, intentional sanctuary designed to support your infant exactly where they are.
Have questions? Give us a call: (571) 336-0888
Purposeful in every detail.
Every object in our classroom has a reason to be there. We trade flashing, noisy plastic for natural wood, calm lighting, and rich textures. From simple grasping materials to carefully hung sensory mobiles, our environment is thoughtfully prepared to spark focus, curiosity, and independent discovery.
Observed. Respected. Deeply loved
The most essential element of our classroom is the human connection. Our Montessori guides carefully observe your baby’s unique rhythms, providing care that is intuitive and deeply personal. We are dedicated to nurturing the whole child—mind, body, and heart—creating a secure, loving foundation for their most important year.
Nature as a second classroom
Fresh air and natural light are essential to early development. We treat the outdoors as a direct extension of the Nest. Our infant nature space is designed for safe, sensory-rich exploration. With purpose-built elements, your baby can confidently practice standing, balancing , and experiencing the natural world around them.
PEACE OF MIND FOR PARENTS
EXPERIENCED & LOVING GUIDES
Your baby deserves dedicated, highly personalized care. We maintain an intimate environment with a maximum of just six infants and a strict 1:3 adult-to-child ratio, led by professional, deeply caring guides.
REAL-TIME COMMUNICATION
Never feel disconnected from your baby’s day. We provide real-time updates and photos right to your phone, keeping you informed on naps, diaper changes, feedings, and joyful developmental milestones as they happen.
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING
We offer enrollment options specifically designed to support your family's unique routine:
Full-Time: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
AM Part-Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
PM Part-Time: 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Experience
Aya Nest
We would love to welcome your family. Schedule a private tour to observe our peaceful infant environment in person, or begin your enrollment application to secure your baby's spot today.
Location: 20890 Pidgeon Hill Dr, Sterling, VA 20165
Have questions? Give us a call: (571) 336-0888