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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Columbia, MD

Sobi's Daycare

5.0

Best daycare around. My daughter still cries to go there but we are moving. If you want to work and not work about you child take them to little nest. We will miss them.

- Melissa T

Laurel Woods Kids Playhouse

5.0

We had a great experience with Ms. Tahira. She cared for our daughter for two years, from the time she was one years old. Her daycare was always kept very clean and organized and my daughter loved her and the other children. I also noticed a major growth in my daughter’s social skills and as well...

- Care member

A Step Above Day Care

5.0

Great, Knowable carring place, send your children here. I highly recommend. Arts and crafts, story tI me and tons of activities for all ages from babies to toddlers and middle aged children. Breakfast, snakes and lunch provides for the go time crunching!

- Heniek W

Kisha's Kids Family Care

4.0

Kisha's Kids Family Care is an inviting place that is clean, has a cheerful environment geared towards kids, and is overall safe. The staff including Kisha are friendly and pleasant. Overall, our son enjoys attending and has demonstrated growth as a result of being around kids his age and through...

- Rena:)

Creek Home Montessori

5.0

Creek child care and Minakshi have been truly a gift for us. We send our daughter to her for some time now. Initially we did extensive research on child care options when my wife had to go back to work. It was a very difficult decision for us to make however after meeting Minakshi we felt at ease...

- Vik

Drop-in child care in Columbia, MD

Our Ohana Center

Our Ohana Center

9205 Bell Fall Court, Columbia, MD

Our Ohana Center offers family child care services specializing in Infants, Toddlers, and Twos. Our program offers flexible enrollment options like full time and last minute care, healthy meals, educational activities, and potty training. At Ohana, we are much more than a daycare, we are a family!...

Rainbow Bridges Family Child Care

Rainbow Bridges Family Child Care

5200 Cedar Lane, Columbia, MD

Not looking for just a babysitter? Look at Rainbow Bridges Family Child Care. Rainbow Bridges is a registered in home child care in Hobbit's Glen of Harper's Choice Village in Columbia, MD. Home school mom expanding our family to include yours. If you are looking for a small in-home child care...

New Startup! Drop-off Forest Playgroup created by a working mom wanting more outdoor time with friends outdoors. Also created to support working families with self-directed education

childcare2000

7, Columbia, MD

A loving licensed family childcare is accepting applications for infants to children 5 years old. We offer a developmentally age appropriate curriculum (Mother Goose time, Fun shine express). We are open from 6:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Monday to Fridays and by appointments on weekends. Drop-ins are...

Joanna's Family Child Care

6801 Green Mill Way, Columbia, MD

Joanna's Family Child Care is a state-licensed home daycare, certified in First Aid, CPR, and SIDS. We offer full-time, part-time, and before and after school care for infants through school-aged children. We strive to create a safe and comfortable environment for children to grow, socialize,...

Sobi's Daycare

Sobi's Daycare

1421 Pangbourne Way, Hanover, MD

4.9

(7)

It's been 4 years I'm working with infants and toddlers and I have many references if you ask for. I am loving and caring, go with the flow who adores children. I make sure your child is having the best time. We can take walk and have tummy time and read lots of stories. I am full of energy, very...
5.0
"Best daycare around. My daughter still cries to go there but we are moving. If you want to work and not work about you child take them to little nest. We will miss them."

Melissa T


Laurel Woods Kids Playhouse

Laurel Woods Kids Playhouse

9618 Park Avenue, LAUREL, MD

Starting at $325/mo

5.0

(3)

Laurel Woods Kids Playhouse is a licensed in-home daycare and preschool located in North Laurel, MD. We offer high-quality care and early childhood education for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers up to 6 years old, including those with special needs. Open year-round from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, we...
5.0
"Very flexible and she is great with our kid! We love her and couldn't be happier! We've been attending for several years! "

john X.


A Step Above Day Care

A Step Above Day Care

11401 Harding Road, Laurel, MD

5.0

(1)

I have been a nanny to a local family for two years. Recently I decided to expand my business and I am now licensed by the state of Maryland as a family child care provider (this includes CPR/First Aid certification and SIDS training). My home has been in my family for 100 years and my mother...
5.0
"Great, Knowable carring place, send your children here. I highly recommend. Arts and crafts, story tI me and tons of activities for all ages from babies to toddlers and middle aged children. Breakfast, snakes and lunch provides for the go time crunching!"

Heniek W


Kisha's Kids Family Care

Kisha's Kids Family Care

2026 Amber Way, Windsor Mill, MD

3.2

(5)

Kisha's Kids Family Care LLC. Is now enrolling for 2017! We are a family based licensed child care facility in Baltimore County. We have been caring for children as a business for five years, and 10 years as an active parent. Our mission is to produce confident, intelligent, independent young...
5.0
"Excellent place send your children if you want staff who are compassionate, caring, and who will take the time to know each child's individuality. My child goes to daycare safe and returns home safe........what every parents wants. Two thumbs up from me!"

Nehemiah K


Creek Home Montessori

Creek Home Montessori

5035 Crape Myrtle Ct, Ellicott City, MD

5.0

(1)

Creek Home Montessori is committed to provide fun learning environment with many activities to help with early childhood development. Look forward to hearing and serving you!
5.0
"Creek child care and Minakshi have been truly a gift for us. We send our daughter to her for some time now. Initially we did extensive research on child care options when my wife had to go back to work. It was a very difficult decision for us to make however after...

Vik


International Children's House

International Children's House

4649 Columbia Rd., Ellicott City, MD

3.0

(2)

I.C.H provides a warm, vibrant, Educational Program designed to foster a love of learning and help all children reach their fullest potential at their own unique pace. We strive to educate the whole child and to inspire children to be caring, socially responsible participants in their community and...
5.0
"The school is a nice place where I can feel comfortable to leave my child, the communication with the staff and other parents is basic in courtesy, and was one of the things that called my attention. The way how Ms. Yessika and her staff treated the kids, certainly...

Carlos Z


Gina's Daycare

Gina's Daycare

2110 Drummond Road, Catonsville, MD

Licensed Family Child Care Center located in Catonsville, MD in the Westchester Elementary School District. I offer full/part-time care for toddlers, full-time care for infants, before/after school care for Westchester Elementary as well as drop-in care. I currently have 1 - Infant (6 wks & up) & 1...

Millennials Learning Center

Millennials Learning Center

7902 Liberty Rd, Windsor Mill, MD

We are a licensed childcare facility conveniently located. Childcare services we offer include: Preschool Ages 2-5, Before and After School Care Program for elementary students, Drop-in Care, Summer Camp, Ages 5-12, Winter Camp, and Spring Break Camp and Tutoring Services for all students. Hours...

Your Journey Nursery And Preschool

Your Journey Nursery And Preschool

13743 Old Rover Rd, West Friendship, MD

Your Journey Nursery and Preschool: An innovative, compassionate, and holistic approach to child care We have a passion for children and the education and professionalism to provide your family with a great experience. Located on a 4 acre property with a beautiful playground and plenty of space...

Kids Kingdom Childcare and Learning Center

Kids Kingdom Childcare and Learning Center

9900 Washington Blvd North, Laurel, MD

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...

Kiddie Cove Child Care

Kiddie Cove Child Care

7804 Carissa Lane, Laurel, MD

Child Care Provider (with an assistant). Certified through Anne Arundel Community College. MSDE, SIDS, CPR & First Aid trained. Flexible care. Breakfast/snacks provided. Transportation available when schedule allows. Call (240) 554-5341 for program details & pricing! -State Approved Curriculum....

Grace Early Learning Center

Grace Early Learning Center

6725 Montgomery Rd Elkridge MD, Elkridge, MD

Grace Episcopal Church established a daycare program in November of 1972 to offer early childhood education to the families in the community. The programs at Grace Early Learning Center operates five days a week from 7:00 am-6:00 pm, 12 months a year. Children are divided into groups according to...

Mothers Touch Child Care

Mothers Touch Child Care

Belle Ami Drive, Laurel, MD

Licensed Child Care Provider with an assistant has openings in Laurel, MD for 6 weeks old and above. 20 years of experience as an Infant & Pre-School Teacher. Maryland Excels Level 2, Credentialed with MSDE, SIDS, CPR & First Aid. Flexible Hours including Daytime, Before & After Care. State...

Sweet Angels Childcare

Sweet Angels Childcare

9430 Fens Hollow, Laurel, MD

5.0

(1)

Greetings, Parents! I'm Azra, the proud proprietor and primary caregiver at Sweet Angels Child Care, a warm and welcoming home daycare nestled in Laurel, MD. With a rich background of 24 years as a co-provider in another in-home daycare, I've now embarked on this fulfilling journey as the owner of...
5.0
"My son (4month), and daughter (17 month) started going to sweet angels childcare. We were sad about leaving after 3 1/2 years because I had to send my kids to a preschool. It was a wonderful daycare experience for my family! Azra is an excellent caretaker. My kids...

Aseia


Children Of The Future Family Daycare

Children Of The Future Family Daycare

516 Maryland Avenue, Catonsville, MD

5.0

(3)

Lots of love, learning and fun in a safe and friendly environment. Hours of operation 6:00am To 6:00pm. Before & After school care is available for Hillcrest Elementary, Catonsville Elementary school and Westowne Elementary. Competitive fees and vouchers are accepted. Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks...
5.0
"My grandson attends Ms.Simone's daycare I can honestly say she is a blessing from God to my family. It's apparent that she deeply cares about what she does, caring for, teaching, and providing a happy, safe, and fun environment for all children. Ms. Simone also...

Marianne R.


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