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Recent family daycare reviews in Ellicott City, MD

Eva Day Care

5.0

Ms. Eva is a very caring & patient individual who loves her job and is naturally gifted at it. She is transparent and forthcoming about their daily activities and makes sure that the kids stay active by creating different arts and crafts, also playing out when the weather is suitable for it. She...

- Mohamed K.

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.

Milestone Kiddies Daycare

5.0

The only reason we left Mrs Ruth was because we needed a daycare that serviced my son's school. My Son learned so much with Mrs Ruth that he is at the head of his class! Unlike with centers where they claim your kids will learn new things it is just play at large. With Mrs Ruth they play and learn...

- Susan A.

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

Your Angels Are My Angels Too

5.0

My boys started here at 3 months old and loved coming here every day! They are now 5 and 7 and still ask about Mrs. Fox and her home. She has excellent communication skills that really add to not only the child's life but to your family life as well. There was never a moment that I didn't feel as...

- Ora M.

Family daycares in Ellicott City, MD

Eva Day Care

Eva Day Care

6137 Quiet Times, Columbia, MD

5.0

(4)

I have been a teacher for the last 25 years and in 2000 I decided to open a home daycare that centered around Montessori teachings. In my time as a teacher and home daycare provider, I have taught reading, writing, music, art and math to young children. Under my care children will have circle time,...
5.0
"Miss Eva had been taking care of my 2 children for the past 3 years. I am so happy with how she teaches and cares for my 2 girls. caring, sharing and listening skills. Eva always cares foremost for the children..."

Les


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
"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.


Milestone Kiddies Daycare

Milestone Kiddies Daycare

7713 Clay Bridge Ct, Hanover, MD

3.9

(13)

Hi, my name is Ruth, and I am a Licensed Family Childcare Provider in Hanover, MD. I take care of children from 2 months old to school age. I provide breakfast, lunch and two snacks. My program is awesome; it includes circle time, art, coloring, singing and writing time. We are very busy all day...
5.0
"Ms Ruth is great. I've been using her since 2014. Both my son and daughter attend (currently 4 and 1 respectively). They learn a lot and I'm very happy. I'm not sure the negative reviews here are real, or maybe they're the product of one upset individual. None of...

Patrick G.


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


Your Angels Are My Angels Too

Your Angels Are My Angels Too

714 Lenstrom Friend Court, Catonsville, MD

5.0

(2)

Hello, I am a licensed Child Care provider in the Catonsville, MD area. Having been in the business for 14 years, I am extremely passionate about child care. I offer a fun, structured, nurturing environment. I provide a planned curriculum for early learners including a variety of activities to...
5.0
"My boys started here at 3 months old and loved coming here every day! They are now 5 and 7 and still ask about Mrs. Fox and her home. She has excellent communication skills that really add to not only the child's life but to your family life as well. There was...

Ora M.


Little Sprouts Learning

Little Sprouts Learning

1749 Allerford Drive, Hanover, MD

4.3

(6)

I have CDA and first aid CPR certifications and I have 45 hour of infant and toddler. I have 90 hour with preschoolers. I worked with Montessori school more than six years. I love to work with kids, its more than a daycare I prepared the kids for school. I work on gross motor skill and gross motor...
5.0
"My husband and I interviewed with a few daycare providers, and Sadia was the only one that asked to hold and interact with our daughter and that was one of the many reasons we chose her. We instantly saw a connection, and all of her references matches exactly what...

Lauren B.


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...
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...

Rena:)


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...

Winterbrook Daycare

Winterbrook Daycare

10168 Winterbrook Ln, Jessup, MD

5.0

(5)

We are a home daycare facility cares for children between 2 - 15 years old in the Howard County area.
5.0
"Shabana was a second mom to our little girl for a year before we sadly had to move. She is incredibly loving and cares for the kiddos as if they were her own. You won't find that anywhere else. The kids love her and often cry when the parents come to pick them up!...

Tara A.


Ray Of Funshine Daycare

Ray Of Funshine Daycare

7804 Marioak Drive, Elkridge, MD

5.0

(1)

Here at Ray of Funshine, we strive to provide each family with dependable, affordable, and quality childcare. Specializing in infant and toddler care, but also providing quality before and after care for school-aged children, our focus is to provide an encouraging, educational, nurturing, and safe...
5.0
"We found Britt'nee on here when our son was 8wks old and we were seeking a part-time nanny. After one meeting, we knew it was a perfect fit! She is reliable, communicative, and most importantly, absolutely wonderful with our son. We would highly recommend her to...

Greta B.


Cookie’s Castle Family Day Care

Cookie’s Castle Family Day Care

Courtleigh Drive, BALTIMORE, MD

Starting at $350/mo

5.0

(4)

I operate a small home-based business Cookie’s Castle Family Day Care LLC. that is committed to continuous improvement. A Family's Touch is dedicated to educating, loving, and caring for children while fostering the highest level of self-esteem in a comfortable, safe, and secure environment. With...
5.0
"Her home is clean and welcoming Ms Cookie ensures all kids are safe and well taken care of Any fears of leaving your child will subside within the first few drop offs Activities are daily and some outings She communicates what she sees that would benefit you child...

Care member


Lil Tots Daycare

Lil Tots Daycare

2918 Pennsylvania Ave, Baltimore, MD

5.0

(5)

Satisfaction guaranteed or DOUBLE your kids back! Children are provided with a fun, clean, safe, environment with lots of learning FUN! They participate in a multitude of exciting and educational activities, which include a large outdoor play area. Two healthy meals and two healthy snacks per day...
5.0
"Peggy is wonderful! My son started with Peggy when he was 12 weeks old and she made me feel at ease when I returned to work. My son loves her and is thrilled to see Peggy every morning. Her house is extremely clean and has awesome and safe play areas for the...

Beth B.


Pamela's Daycare Of Catonsville

Pamela's Daycare Of Catonsville

106 South Morerick Ave., Catonsville, MD

4.0

(4)

I have been caring for children for 26 years. My licensed home daycare is a more personable alternative to large centers. I believe entrusting your family childcare needs to my daycare gives children the added security of being cared for in a loving, active home environment while still giving...
5.0
"We are truly lucky to know and work with Pam. Our kids have been going to Pam's daycare for almost 3 years and would recommend her to anyone. It is not just a business to her; she puts her whole heart into caring for your children as if they were her own. Not only...

Bret


Jelly Beans Little Beans

Jelly Beans Little Beans

6008 Chesworth Road, Catonsville, MD

4.0

(4)

My name is Halima (Ms. Illy). I am an MSDE licensed daycare provider (250931) in the Catonsville, Maryland area. I have experience with childcare from taking care of the neighbor kids to live-in nanny and now I am fully licensed provider. I also, have one son and one daughter. My entire life has...
5.0
"Caring loving environment. The daycare is bright and colorful. My child loves being there playing with the other kids."

Halima I.


Montessori Luna

Montessori Luna

706 Sudbrook Rd, Pikesville, MD

5.0

(5)

Montessori Luna is a home based Montessori/Nature Based program striving to guide children through their unique pathway toward their full potential. Our hybrid program indoor and outdoor environment support our students ever changing needs. Our Montessori certified teacher ensures children are...
5.0
"I have been beyond ecstatic with having my son at Montessori Luna. Ms.Ana is more than I could have ever dreamed of in a teacher and care taker. She is loving, patient, concerned, and my son loves her as and hap anwell as the other children do as well. I will be...

Khadija R.


Maple Ridge University (mapl)

Maple Ridge University (mapl)

4802 Poe Ave, Baltimore, MD

5.0

(15)

Our family care program offers daycare, babysitting, and homeschooling support on the weekends between 10:00 am and 8:00 pm, and 4:30 pm in the evenings during the week. Our goal is to create a warm, open environment where children feel safe enough to ask questions, explore and seek answers. We...
5.0
"My daughter has been attending Maple Ridge for a few years and she loves it! Mrs Kim is very loving, attentive and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her!"

Tikara P.


Busy Bees Childcare I

Busy Bees Childcare I

8824 Church Lane, Randallstown, MD

4.7

(3)

We STRIVE to exceed your expectations!!! Busy Bees Childcare I is an educational daycare focused on meeting the needs of each individual child. Let us prepare your child for school while having fun in a loving and structured childcare facility! We offer affordable preschool curriculum that will...
5.0
"Our Son Malachi attended this daycare and he has truly developed great friends and learned a lot. They do a lot of educational activities with the kids. It is always clean with a family atmosphere. The owner Brandi is very professional and I love that she was a...

Cherelle


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
"We started our oldest daughter with Stacey when she was 3 months old. She has always been so kind and caring for her. Whenever our daughter was sick and needed to stay home she always checked up on her to make sure she was ok. She was always willing to talk about...

Amy E.


Posh Petites Family Childcare

Posh Petites Family Childcare

7164 Talisman Lane, Columbia, MD

Lic#158505 Hi! I own a licensed family childcare home in the Cradlerock area of Columbia. A little about myself: I have worked in childcare for close to 20 years however, I grew unhappy with the childcare centers and the lack of family atmosphere and proper care. Children can learn as much...

Ms. Sam's Day Care

Ms. Sam's Day Care

133 Newburg Ave, Catonsville, MD

A "Teachers Day Care" in the heart of Old Catonsville. Large outdoor play area, separate enterance for day care clients. Walks to the fire station, post office, and Bloomsbury Park during nice weather. 18+ years of providing the highest quality family day care, licensed by the State Of Maryland....

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