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Recent child care center reviews in Sandy Spring, MD

Clarksville Daycare

5.0

Our 15-mth-old and has been at Clarksville Daycare for about 6mths. As nervous first-time parents, we started her out part-time (3 days per week) to ease our daughter into it, but quickly transitioned to full-time as our daughter is so clearly happy there. The center is colorful and welcoming, with...

- Jessica R.

Bar-T Early Childhood Pre K @ Lakewood Elementary

4.0

My 3 yr old was very happy at this school. They have fun activities and the teachers are very loving, caring and organized.

- IAM

KidsCo Jr.

5.0

Love this daycare. Came here from another sub-par daycare, but they made us feel at home, they have helped my son grow and thrive in amazing ways - socially and academically. He loves his teachers, his centers (especially science), and their daily communication app is great!

- Jennifer R.

Creative Explorers Child Care

5.0

We joined CECC in august 2021 and our daughter quickly fell in love with all the teachers! They were patient and kind with her and truly got to know her and her likes / dislikes. Our daughter was excited for drop off each morning and the teachers seemed genuinely happy to see her each day. They also...

- Michelle B.

Top Hat Montessori School

5.0

I cannot express enough how thrilled my wife and I are with the outstanding care that TopHat Child Care has provided for our 5-year-old son. From the moment we enrolled him, it's been a journey of joy, learning, and growth, all thanks to the incredible team led by Ms. Celine, Ms. Katherine, and Ms....

- Care member

Child care centers in Sandy Spring, MD

Sherwood Child Day Care Center

1403 Olney Sandy Spring Rd, Sandy Spring, MD

Sherwood Child Day Care Center is an establishment situated in Sandy Spring, MD that is providing services for the students in the community. This child care organization currently accepts children in the surrounding areas ranging from 2 to 15 years old. This child care center started operating in...

5.0

(4)

*ENROLLING NOW WITH LOWER TUITION! For infants and toddlers in our child-care center, Full-Time or Part Time!* Located minutes away from Schools in the River Hill, Fulton Area! I am a qualified and licensed Maryland Day Care provider with CPR, First Aid, and SIDS certification and have many...
5.0
"Our 15-mth-old and has been at Clarksville Daycare for about 6mths. As nervous first-time parents, we started her out part-time (3 days per week) to ease our daughter into it, but quickly transitioned to full-time as our daughter is so clearly happy there. The...

Jessica R.


Bar-T Early Childhood Pre K @ Lakewood Elementary

Bar-T Early Childhood Pre K @ Lakewood Elementary

2534 Lindley Terrace, Rockville, MD

4.5

(2)

Bar-T Early Childhood programs (children, ages 3 & 4), are designed to provide a high quality, creative, hands-on, child-centered learning environment for children. Students must be 4 years old by September 1st and be fully toilet trained, or 3 years old by September 1st and fully toilet trained at...
4.0
"My 3 yr old was very happy at this school. They have fun activities and the teachers are very loving, caring and organized."

IAM


KidsCo Jr.

KidsCo Jr.

8507 Emory Grove Road, Gaithersburg, MD

5.0

(2)

KidsCo Jr. has two Early Learning Centers located in Gaithersburg and Damascus, MD catering to children ages 6 weeks - 5 years old. We offer progressive programs that stress the importance of self-esteem, self-reliance, and foster a love of learning to guide young children into a successful...
5.0
"We absolutely love this place. All of the staff are friendly and caring. My son was diagnosed with a peanut allergy and they knew more about it than I did!"

Amanda R.


Creative Explorers Child Care

Creative Explorers Child Care

1009 Bayridge Terrace, Gaithersburg, MD

4.5

(4)

Newly Licensed Family child care center located in Gaithersburg, MD. At Creative Explorers we follow The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers, Two's and Preschool. The curriculum is a comprehensive educational pathway for children and address 38 objectives across 10 key developmental areas....
5.0
"Small setting with a caring provider! My son is happy at drop off and pick up which lets me know he's in good hands!"

Ranetta G.


Top Hat Montessori School

Top Hat Montessori School

18243A Flower Hill Way, Gaithersburg, MD

4.0

(4)

Build a strong foundation for life with our Montessori programs. You can go to work with peace of mind that your child is learning and growing in a warm, nurturing environment. Open from 6:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m., we provide breakfast as well as morning and afternoon snacks with fresh fruits and...
5.0
"Our daughter is currently in the infant room and loves her teachers Ms. Marbely and Ms. Lilia. Every morning we drop her off, she has a huge smile on her face. The app gives us constant updates and even pictures of her throughout the day. We are very happy with our...

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Bright Futures Early Learning Program

Bright Futures Early Learning Program

5100 Norbeck Road, Rockville, MD

5.0

(3)

I have been in the early childhood education field for over 13 years, working with young children in all age groups in both centers and family child care. I am passionate about the early childhood field and a staunch advocate for the importance of quality experiences during the first few years of...
5.0
"Three years later, I still remember the first time we dropped our daughter off with Sobia when my wife returned to work. My wife, was understandably, anxious and sad about having to place our daughter, and her trust, in the hands of a stranger. Sobia smiled at us...

Bob W


Lily Pads Early Learning Center

Lily Pads Early Learning Center

5230 Tuckerman Ln Ste 115, North Bethesda, MD

4.2

(6)

Lily Pads Early Learning Center Offering licensed care for children, six weeks to five years. Now accepting applications. We have both part-time and full-time openings.
5.0
"We loved Lily Pads! We recently left due to a move out of state. Our little one started in March of 2021 at 5 months old. As first time parents, the transition to daycare can be overwhelming but the staff was great! The teachers kept our little one thoroughly...

Natasha B


Busy Bees Daycare Center

Busy Bees Daycare Center

101 W Jefferson St., Rockville, MD

5.0

(3)

If you are looking for a quality Daycare Center for your child in Rockville Town Square area, then we're right for you. We are multilingual. Open Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. For additional information, please email us at info@busybeesfd.com Busy Bees is a Maryland State licensed,...
5.0
"Busy Bees is a high quality family childcare. The providers create both a nurturing and stimulating environment for infants and toddlers to play, grow and learn. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are included, which is a huge plus!"

Kathleen C.


Pallotti Early Learning Center

Pallotti Early Learning Center

800 Main St, LAUREL, MD

Starting at $1300/mo

Pallotti Early Learning Center’s mission is based on love and respect for God, self, and others. The center is dedicated to providing a safe environment of acceptance, creativity, joy, and learning through shared experiences that offer diversity. By enriching the spiritual, emotional, and cognitive...

CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER

CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER

17930 BOWIE MILL RD, DERWOOD, MD

Creative Learning Center - "CLC Preschool" Offering Half-day Preschool and Full-Time Childcare to families in Derwood, Olney and Rockville since 1989. CLC - Hours of Operation: M-F (7:00 am - 6:00 pm) Half Day, Full Day and Flexible Options Openings: 2, 3 AND 4 YEAR CLASSES

Highland Playschool

Highland Playschool

13342 Clarksville Pike, HIGHLAND, MD

Starting at $1173/mo

Why should you consider sending your little one to Bay Country? Well, Bay Country Learning Center is built around the understanding that children are born ready to learn. We know that caring for children with LOVE while keeping them engaged in exploring and discovering the world around them is what...

ST. MARY SCHOOL (PRESCHOOL)

ST. MARY SCHOOL (PRESCHOOL)

600 VEIRS MILL RD, ROCKVILLE, MD

Starting at $1070/mo

St. Mary’s Catholic School is an educational institution affiliated with the Archdiocese of Washington. The school was founded in 1951 by the Sisters of Mercy and is an integral part of St. Mary’s Parish. As a parochial school, our aim has been to educate the whole child through a rigorous program...

Culver Care

Culver Care

9811 Culver Street, Kensington, MD

Our family daycare provides a learning based program for 12 month to 4 year olds. We provide a daily schedule consisting of circle time, centers, snack, group reading activity, music, lunch, outdoor play, nap time, art, organized play, story time, and free play. Culver Care is run by a lead teacher...

Chesterbrook Academy Olney

Chesterbrook Academy Olney

17717 Prince Philip Dr, OLNEY, MD

Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for Toddlers...

Kids Land Day Care Center

Kids Land Day Care Center

6011 AMMENDALE RD, BELTSVILLE, MD

Starting at $1640/mo

Our vision at Kidsland Daycare Center is to provide excellence and safe care for the development of children in a loving and stimulating environment for the intellectual, emotional, spiritual, physical and social development under affectionate supervision and guidance. We believe that children are...

Celebree School of Laurel

Celebree School of Laurel

8003 Laurel Lakes Court, LAUREL, MD

Starting at $490/mo

At Celebree Schools, our team of educators is focused on helping your child develop a strong sense of self and a joy for learning. Our educators are excited to spend the day helping children grow, learn, and develop. Based on the 7 Domains of Learning, we’ve created a curriculum program that is age...

Kiddie Academy of Gaithersburg

Kiddie Academy of Gaithersburg

15895 Gaither Drive, GAITHERSBURG, MD

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

Watchful Eye Daycare of Columbia

Watchful Eye Daycare of Columbia

10453 Green Mountain Cir, COLUMBIA, MD

Our mission is to provide the children in our care with a safe, friendly, and nurturing environment where they can be free to explore, have new experiences, and be school-ready when transitioning into the school system. We offer a comprehensive preschool curriculum where we strive to cultivate young...

7064 - La Petite Academy of Gaithersburg

7064 - La Petite Academy of Gaithersburg

101 Saybrooke View Drive, GAITHERSBURG, MD

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning...

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