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LUTHERAN CHURCH OF ST. ANDREW PRESCHOOL
5.0
Fantastic preschool and community! We joined the preschool without being members of the church. Sending our oldest there for his first school experience gave him such a positive association with learning and school. We loved being involved in all the school activities. Our kids thrived in the 2’s,...
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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.
Highland Playschool
5.0
Highland Playschool gets five stars from me.
The staff show commitment, love, care, kindness and patience.
The director, Mrs.Kelly is amazing.She is motherly, compassionate and treats the children like her own.
My two granddaughters look forward to going to school everyday.My older granddaughter...
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Little Lighthouse
5.0
I had both my boys at the little lighthouse from infants until school. We LOVE them. The entire staff is competent and caring. They genuinely loved my boys and all the children there. I would recommend them a thousand times over. I interviewed so many people and places that I thought I would...
- Trish K.
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.
Preschools in Dayton, MD
ABC All Beautiful Children
14081 Big Branch Drive, Dayton, MD
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...
Dayton Oaks Extended Recreation Program
Ten Oaks Road, Dayton, MD
School Mission Statement
The Dayton Oaks School Community will provide a safe, nurturing environment that fosters individual potential through academic excellence, appreciation of diversity, and commitment to life-long learning.
School Motto
Be Dependable, Involved & Organized, Very...
LUTHERAN CHURCH OF ST. ANDREW PRESCHOOL
15300 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE, SILVER SPRING, MD
5.0
(7)
Our traditional, Christian Preschool welcomes all children, aged 2.5-5 years old. We offer an affordable half day program for 2's, 3's, and 4's. Age appropriate instruction and a play based curriculum are the hallmarks of our Preschool, where we believe that every child is a gift from God. Schedule...
5.0
"Fantastic preschool and community! We joined the preschool without being members of the church. Sending our oldest there for his first school experience gave him such a positive association with learning and school. We loved being involved in all the school...
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Child Care Provider /day Care Provider/ Family Child Care
7737 Barnstable PL, Derwood, MD
5.0
(6)
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
5.0
(3)
Our licensed center is led by professional educators who understand that love is the key to cultivating an environment where children of all ages can thrive. Led by Ben Costa, a veteran school principal and Kelly Wheeler, a veteran early childhood educator, children from 6 weeks to 5 years old will...
5.0
"Highland Playschool gets five stars from me.
The staff show commitment, love, care, kindness and patience.
The director, Mrs.Kelly is amazing.She is motherly, compassionate and treats the children like her own.
My two granddaughters look forward to going to school...
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Little Lighthouse
9055 Cheverlot Drive, Ellicott City, MD
3.0
(2)
The Little Lighthouse has openings for our preschool program for the 2022-2023 school year. Our curriculum meets Core curriculum standards for the state of Maryland. We are a Conscious Discipline Center! Call (410) 750-0660 or email us to schedule a tour!
5.0
"I had both my boys at the little lighthouse from infants until school. We LOVE them. The entire staff is competent and caring. They genuinely loved my boys and all the children there. I would recommend them a thousand times over. I interviewed so many people...
Trish K.
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
"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...
Mohamed K.
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...
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.
Posh Petites Family Childcare
7164 Talisman Lane, Columbia, MD
5.0
(1)
I own a licensed family childcare home in the Cradlerock area.
I have worked in childcare for over 15 years; however, I grew unhappy with the childcare centers and the lack of family atmosphere and proper care and consistency in most. Children can learn as much if not more in a family childcare...
5.0
"I brought my daughter to Posh Petites from the time she was a 6-month-old infant until she was over 3 years old. They really treated her like a member of their own family. Ms. LaToyia has a gift with children!! She is so incredibly experienced - she helped my child...
Talya F.
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
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
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.
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
Chesterbrook Academy Olney
17717 Prince Philip Dr, OLNEY, MD
Join us for our January Open House events beginning Thursday, January 9th 2025! Come see our classrooms in action on January 9th from 9:30 AM-11:00 AM, enjoy a cozy story time, winter crafts, and S’mores later that night from 6:00 PM-7:30 PM, or visit our Weekend Walkthrough happening Saturday,...
Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (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...
WATCHFUL EYE DAYCARE 2
3264 Corporate Court, ELLICOTT CITY, MD
Watchful Eye Daycare 2 is a child care facility based in Ellicott City, Maryland. We provide a safe and loving environment for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school agers where an emphasis is placed on school readiness. Our mission is to provide the children in our care with a safe, friendly,...
Building Kidz of Columbia
9270 Homespun Dr., COLUMBIA, MD
Building Kidz of Columbia, Maryland is proud to provide our community high-quality infant, toddler and preschool care. Our mission is to deliver a world class preschool experience resulting in children that love learning, connect with the performing arts, and demonstrate accelerated development of...
The Journey School
5885 Robert Oliver Pl, COLUMBIA, MD
We are a validated Montessori school serving children infants to grade 8 that began in 2015.
Ashton Day Care & Learning Center
405 Samuels Spring Ct., Silver Spring, MD
A posh, secure, homely atmosphere and qualified teachers provide a perfect setting for the growth and development of your child. We are fully licensed and accredited by NAFCC, participating in Maryland Excel Program with level 5 achievement. Member of FCCAMC and NAEYC. We take children from birth...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Dayton, MD
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Dayton, MD?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Dayton, MD. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Dayton, MD for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Dayton, MD?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Dayton, MD, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Dayton, MD.
How can I find a preschool near me in Dayton, MD?
When looking for a preschool near you in Dayton, MD on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Dayton, MD who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.