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Recent child care center reviews in Sandy Spring, MD

CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER

5.0

They have been wonderful, helpful, and easy to work with. My son loves going there. He is 3 and will be 4 soon.

- Kathleen X.

Pallotti Early Learning Center

5.0

We love the Pallotti Early Learning Center (PELC) community. They offer a safe and nurturing learning environment. The facility is bright and clean. Our first born was born during the early COVID year, we wanted to find a place that we felt would help nurture her socially and get started...

- Joyce M.

Lily Pads Early Learning Center

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 engaged with arts, story time, and...

- Natasha B

First Step Day Care

5.0

My son has been going to First Step Day Care since he was four months old, he is now 2. Ms. Zeba has provided excellent care for him. Every day he comes home with a big smile on his face singing songs that he has learned. Ms. Zeba is patient, kind, and treats children like they are her own. I...

- Lakeshia W

Meeli Amatya

5.0

I wish I could rate her 100 for how incredible she has been. I was so reluctant to place my first born anywhere. It was a toss between two providers in our area but something told me she was the one. We have been so blown away by her care. If the child is not feeling well she doesn't just call us to...

- Samantha X.

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

(2)

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
5.0
"The Creative Learning Center is a wonderful preschool learning environment for students. I have been a participant with two children there for the past two years. Their curriculum is engaging for all learners. They have flexible hours to accommodate any...

Michelle X.


Pallotti Early Learning Center

Pallotti Early Learning Center

800 Main St, LAUREL, MD

Starting at $1300/mo

5.0

(2)

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...
5.0
" We love the Pallotti Early Learning Center (PELC) community. They offer a safe and nurturing learning environment. The facility is bright and clean. Our first born was born during the early COVID year, we wanted to find a place that we felt would help nurture her...

Joyce M.


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


First Step Day Care

First Step Day Care

Emerson Community, Laurel, MD

5.0

(1)

In-home day care based in North Laurel/ Maple Lawn/Columbia Licensed and certified by Howard County Family Child Care Provider.
5.0
"My son has been going to First Step Day Care since he was four months old, he is now 2. Ms. Zeba has provided excellent care for him. Every day he comes home with a big smile on his face singing songs that he has learned. Ms. Zeba is patient, kind, and treats...

Lakeshia W


Meeli Amatya

Meeli Amatya

17946 HazelCrest Dr, GAITHERSBURG, MD

Starting at $1100/mo

5.0

(2)

Welcome to Flower Hill Childcare, where teaching young minds has been our passion for over 15 years. As a trusted center for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years old, we pride ourselves on providing a bilingual environment that fosters growth, learning, and play. We are also certified in CPR, First...
5.0
"I wish I could rate her 100 for how incredible she has been. I was so reluctant to place my first born anywhere. It was a toss between two providers in our area but something told me she was the one. We have been so blown away by her care. If the child is not...

Samantha X.


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
"My son has been at Busy Bees since he was a year old (he's now 4) and my daughter since she was 3 months (she's almost 2). We all love it there! The new facility is amazing and the kids have so much room to run, play and learn!! There are a variety of activities...

Megan C.


Watchful Eye Daycare of Columbia

Watchful Eye Daycare of Columbia

10453 Green Mountain Cir, COLUMBIA, MD

4.8

(5)

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...
5.0
"We love Watchful Eye!! Mrs. Lisa and her team truly are amazing! We have been going for over 3 years now and have used the before and after program for my oldest and my daughter started when she was 1. They provide top notch education and PLAY. All meals (THEY...

Nicole W.


Celebree School of Laurel

Celebree School of Laurel

8003 Laurel Lakes Court, LAUREL, MD

Starting at $490/mo

3.7

(3)

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...
5.0
"the staff does a great job caring for the children and it is a wonderful center. "

Scott L.


Kiddie Academy of Gaithersburg

Kiddie Academy of Gaithersburg

15895 Gaither Dr., Gaithersburg, MD

3.0

(4)

We pride ourselves in bringing high-quality child care to the community. Some highlights of our Academy are: *State of the art facility *Over 10,000 sq feet indoor facility with indoor play area *Over 6,300 sq feet outdoor playground with three age appropriate play areas *Open from 6:30 am until...
5.0
"I have two children here and love their teachers. The costs vary depending on the age of the child. The flexible hours are hard to beat and they have a watch me grow feature where you can watch your children on video camera throughout the day. They serve healthy...

Sarah C.


Kids Kingdom Childcare and Learning Center

Kids Kingdom Childcare and Learning Center

9900 Washington Blvd North, Laurel, MD

3.7

(6)

Kids Kingdom Child Care and Learning Center values early childhood education as the foundation for lifelong learning. We offer child care services from 6 weeks to 5 years old. We also offer before and after care program for school age kids. We believe that each child is a unique individual and...
5.0
"I love this daycare. My 6 year old boy and my girl 8 goes there for summer camp as well as I often use drop in before and after care. They are awesome, always welcoming. I always admire the cleanliness at the center. Also, my kids never get bored over there. Thanks...

Masghar


Clarksville Daycare

Clarksville Daycare

6911 Westcott Pl, Clarksville, MD

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
"Noshaba is an absolutely fantastic caretakers. Their facilities are clean and inviting. The daycare is family run and feels very warm and loving. They keep me well informed of my child's day and how she is doing. My daughter is always smiling when I pick her up....

Joe 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....
3.0
"Update because of Covid-19 my son doesn't have a spot any longer. Back story he was 3 months when he first went now he's 1. This is the only other place he's was familiar with outside of home. Ao it's very unfortunate that he can't return for whatever reason. I'll...

Ranetta B.


Culver Care

Culver Care

9811 Culver Street, Kensington, MD

4.0

(1)

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...
4.0
"Our son was here for a year from his first to second birthdays. He had a lot of fun at Culver Care. We like that it's a small family daycare with just a handful of other kids. When he first started the age difference felt more noticeable because he wasn't walking...

PM


5.0

(14)

Solecitos child care is a Spanish Immersion program inspired by Montessori principles. We foster an environment where children feel secure and gain independence as they become confident and proficient speakers of Spanish. Solecitos Child care also encourages children to respect themselves, others,...
5.0
"We are so blessed to have found Solecitos. Ms. Angela, Ms. Blanca and Ms. Sandra are so professionals. They are so caring and trustworthy."

Sandra C.


ABC All Beautiful Children

ABC All Beautiful Children

14081 Big Branch Drive, Dayton, MD

5.0

(3)

I am a licensed, in-home child care provider and certified for CPR and First Aid, emergency preparedness certification and before and after care program. I also have a certification for infant care program known as SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome). For the past 13 years, I have worked with...
5.0
"My husband and I are so happy we found Saira to care for our son! She is experienced and knowledge about children's needs and is also very loving and nurturing with our son. Her home is clean and safe. Her communication is good and she is flexible with pick ups and...

Stephanie


Li'l Village

Li'l Village

19249 Watkins Mill Rd, Montgomery Village, MD

4.9

(43)

Li'l Village Philosophy The teachers, administrators and staff at Li'l Village are united in their belief that all children: Have the power to learn. Are curious & creative. Can succeed. Language. No two students have exactly the same skills or learning style. That's why we create an...
5.0
"It's the best Day care everyone is like a Family to us, They speak Spanish and French too. I love the teachers are amazing as well the owners, They are always present at the day care and so friendly. My Kids and I Love Li'l Village!!!"

Iris D


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


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
"My son has been at Bright Futures since I returned back to work when he was only 2 months old. I cannot imagine taking him anywhere else. I interviewed so many daycares and this surpassed all. I was and still am extremely impressed with Sobia's organization,...

Amanda


TLC Baby Daycare

TLC Baby Daycare

629 Ivy League Lane, Rockville, MD

5.0

(1)

We proudly present TLC Baby Daycare. We are a smoke-free and pet-free, home-based facility. Care is provided for children between the ages of 3 months to 5 years. From 7 AM to 6 PM, we do our best to ensure quality childcare that is convenient for your family. We also provide nutritional morning and...
5.0
"Our son was taken care of by one of the daycare providers at TLC daycare from when he was 3 to 9 months old. During that time, he was the only child at the daycare and received excellent one on one care. We were very happy with how he did at the daycare and the...

Srish T.


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