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Recent family child care reviews in Sandy Spring, MD

My Little Magical World Family Daycare

5.0

We feel very lucky to have found Leidy. She is so warm and loving with our son. She has watched him since he was four months old and he is now 21 months old. You can tell that she really loves and enjoys children. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone. She is wonderful!

- JJ

Baby Planet Family Daycare

5.0

We were very happy to have our 3-month-old start out at this friendly and safe family care. After the first week, our child fell in love with the other children and had a great time, smiling when we picked her up and other kids calling her by name. Always professional and would recommend to any...

- Shanshan X.

Child Care Provider /day Care Provider/ Family Child Care

5.0

Vajira takes care of our baby boy Marceau since he is 6 months old. He turned 18 months old last month and he is always so happy when he goes to Vaji. She is the greatest person you can imagine to take care of your kid : always patient, she taught him a lot of politeness, she cooks food for the...

- Helena T.

Vivi's Family Daycare

5.0

Vivi’s Day Care has been taking care of my son for the past three years, and I feel so fortunate to have found this place. They are an incredibly caring and attentive group, and put in so much effort, dedication, and love in caring for my son each day. My son has also greatly benefited from all the...

- Care member

Nahom's Family Child Care

5.0

If I could keep my daughter at this daycare forever I would! We have been so lucky to have her be a part of Nahom's Child Care. Mrs. Shelly not only cared for her and all the other kids like her own, but is very detailed and intentional with the care of each one! My daughter was behind on a lot of...

- Care member

Family child care 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

(6)

My name is Leidy, mother of two children. I have 6 years of experience caring for children of other families. My goal for the Family Day Care is to provide a Home Away From Home for all children in my care. Daycare is committed to providing your child with quality care by encouraging each child to...
5.0
"Leidy is extremely kind and genuinely cares for the children. I recently started taking my 8 month old son and I can see that he enjoys it! When I drop him off or pick him up he is always in a good mood and that can only mean that he is being well taken care of....

Damaris G.


Love & Learning Family Childcare

Love & Learning Family Childcare

7416 Setting Sun Way, Columbia, MD

5.0

(1)

I am a professional Family Child Care provider in Columbia, MD. Licensed by Maryland State Department of Education with over 12 years of experience in this field. I have completed MMSR certification, 90 hours infant & toddler certification along with 45 hours school age curriculum. I am also First...

Baby Planet Family Daycare

Baby Planet Family Daycare

6807 Mayfair RD, Laurel, MD

5.0

(6)

Parenting a child is the biggest job but if it's not your only job, Baby Planet Family Childcare is there for your family. Our motive is to provide a loving, caring, and positive environment for your child, just like Home away from HOME. Childhood is the most important part of a child's life, and we...
5.0
"Baby Planet Daycare is AMAZING. My two year old daughter has been going there for about a year and she loves it. The owner is wonderful and takes great care of her. She's the only person I trust to care for my child."

Jennifer S.


Licensed love and care for 20 years. New born to school age, Nutritious homemade meals provided, and I do accept W.P.A voucher. NOW ENROLLING NEW BORN TO SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN
5.0
"Vajira took great care of both of our kids since they were 10 and 4 months old. She provided them with great home-cooked meals helping them eat a wide variety of foods (no picky eaters!) She taught them colors, shapes, alphabets, etc. and sang and danced with...

Portia


Vivi's Family Daycare

Vivi's Family Daycare

4916 ASPEN HILL ROAD, Rockville, MD

5.0

(4)

VIVI'S FAMILY DAYCARE OUR PHILOSOPHY At Vivi's Family Daycare, our goal is to produce, happy, intelligent, well adjusted children. Here you will find a nurturing, educational environment for newborns to children up to 5 years of age. We recognize that each child has unique talents, learning styles...
5.0
"My daughter has been going to Vivi's family daycare since she was 8 weeks old. She is 1 1/2 now and LOVES all her teachers. There is a curriculum for all the kids including my little one. They have outdoor play, circle time, art time (they have the CUTEST art...

Susan P.


Nahom's Family Child Care

Nahom's Family Child Care

6901 May Fair Road, Laurel, MD

5.0

(6)

Nahom Family Child Care is a home base, licensed day care that provide care from new born to 12 years old. My focus is to love and care in a clean atmosphere, to educate and provide balance nutrient meal throughout the day. The day care is open from 6am to 6pm. I am certified in CPR, First Aid,...
5.0
"When looking for daycare. None comes better than Nahom's Family Child care. Our experience with this daycare has been fantastic. Mrs. Shelly is a kind and gentle soul. She had our some for over a year. The facility was always clean and comfortable. My son loved...

Charlene D.


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


Chrissie Jones Family Childcare

Chrissie Jones Family Childcare

1207 Clagett Drive, Rockville, MD

5.0

(4)

Last two spaces available for ages 2 -4 years old. Wait list for Infant spot September 2020. I have my 90 hour Certification for Preschool. I keep my numbers small in order to keep a more individualized program for each child. I instill good manners and cooperation. I will teach your child, I...
5.0
"Our daughter was with Chrissie from 3 months old until 21 months old. Chrissie is a loving caregiver who created a safe, nurturing and educational environment for our daughter. She is flexible and extremely knowledgable. She helped our family many times without...

Liz C.


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.


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


Kristland Family Daycare

Kristland Family Daycare

7000 Scotch Drive, Laurel, MD

4.7

(3)

Kristland Family Daycare offers a happy, safe and loving environment for you to leave your child(ren) for the day. Our prices are reasonable and our staff are highly qualified. Our in-home location provides a feeling of security and familiarity for the children. We Offer: - In home care for ages 0...
4.0
"Ms. Rose has provided daycare for our daughter for nearly 6 months now. She is a highly reliable, compassionate, and skilled caregiver, and we attribute many of our daughter's good habits to Ms. Rose. She has greatly contributed to our daughter's strong speaking...

Cynthia E.


Veenu's Daycare

Veenu's Daycare

17216 Vestry Ct, Derwood, MD

4.9

(18)

Licensed, US Citizen, providing loving care for more than 25 years. Certified in: First Aid, CPR, Emergency Preparedness, SIDS Awareness. Nutritious homemade meals provided. Customized preschool curriculum. Newborn and up. Full time, part-time, and drop-in care. Non-smoking. No pets. Many...
5.0
"I highly recommend Veenu's Daycare. My son went to her daycare for 15 months starting when he was a little over a year old. He had excellent care and I felt like Veenu and her staff truly cared for him. He learned so much from the teachers and the other...

Margaret B.


Sunshine Family Day Care

Sunshine Family Day Care

14315 Vivaldi Ct., Burtonsville, MD

5.0

(3)

I provide a nurturing environment for infants and toddlers that is respectful and mindful of their needs. Learning for infants is focused around care giving activities such as feeding, diaper changes, developing small and large motor skills, language skills, and music. Toddlers will be encouraged to...
5.0
"As a first time mom I was extremely nervous about leaving my 12 week old with anyone. Tena is super loving towards my daughter and would send pictures and videos to help assure this new mom that she was in good hands. My daughter is now 9 months old and I'm...

Arlen S


Busy Bee's Family Daycare

Busy Bee's Family Daycare

9643 Horsham Drive, Laurel, MD

4.9

(13)

My daycare is located in the Howard County part of Laurel. I have been a licensed provider since January, 2003. I've been married for 18 years and have 3 children of my own, ages 15 years old, 17 years old and 19 years old. As a parent myself, I understand how difficult it can be to trust someone...
5.0
"My husband and I were so happy when 2 spots became available at Busy Bees for our then one-year-old twins. The daycare came highly recommended by friends and we very were eager to enroll our boys; we were not disappointed. "Ms. Stacey" is EXTREMELY patient,...

Monique


Sunshine Family Childcare

Sunshine Family Childcare

14423 Bonnett Ln, Laurel, MD

5.0

(12)

Sunshine Family Childcare will provide a "home-like" setting; which is the best alternative for working parents. It will provide a secure environment for children during the most important time of their development. Sunshine Family Daycare offers "a home away from home", providing children to...
5.0
"Neelam and her helper provided our son with a warm, nurturing environment that was perfect. It was during the pandemic, and he started at age one, but the transition was easier than expected. He loved going to see "auntie and ma" and especially loved the food. My...

Jane O.


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.


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


Melodie's Daycare

Melodie's Daycare

19510 Burlingame Way, Gaithersburg, MD

3.7

(3)

We focus on childhood development through educational videos, building blocks, and story books. We also offer child entertainment and kid's crafts.
5.0
"this daycare is the very best and loving place to take your child or children.melodie care about the kids and she also teaches them a lot.her place is clean at all times.she is a wonderful person in and out."

Melodie C.


Oasis Child Care

Oasis Child Care

518A Mongomery St, Laurel, MD

5.0

(1)

Oasis Child Care provides quality care in a safe an nuturing environment. I offer infant, toddler, preschool, and before & after care services. As a certified teacher, I realize the importance of establishing a strong foundation in young learners to prepare them for elementary school. Every moment...
5.0
"Oasis Child Care has provided extremely caring, professional, and dependable care for my children for 2 years. Oasis Child Care cares deeply about each child's development and well being. I would highly recommend this center and can't imagine my children being...

Akua C.


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