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Recent preschool reviews in Elkridge, MD

Joyful Child Care

5.0

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Joyful Childcare! Thank you to contributing to our daughter's growth and curiosity for learning. Thank you for helping to make our days more stress free by caring for her while we work. Ms. Joyce always made us feel comfortable and made sure Zara was...

- Stacey A.

Little Ducklings Family Child Care

5.0

My daughter went to this daycare for more than a year and we were very pleased with the way Niharika takes care of all the kids. This is a licensed daycare that follows the Howard county curriculum... Niharika takes the time to groom every kid. My daughter is a very picky eater but Niharika never...

- Rishi S.

Ray Of Funshine Daycare

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 anyone looking!

- Greta B.

Watchful Eye Daycare of Columbia

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 PROVIDE breakfast, lunch and snacks!!)...

- Nicole W.

WATCHFUL EYE DAYCARE 2

5.0

My daughter started when she was 6 weeks. She's been attending every since, I love that they provided baby food because for me as a parent that helped out in more ways than one. Throughout the pandemic they've kept us safe and the staff members keep everyone safe. They also have apps instead of...

- Lindsay D.

Preschools in Elkridge, MD

Joyful Child Care

Joyful Child Care

7996 Alchemy Way, Elkridge, MD

4.8

(20)

Joyful Child Care is a Day Care located at Dorset Gardens, Blue Stream Community, off the Baltimore Washington Boulevard (Route 1), a very good and safe neighborhood. At Joyful Child Care, you can be sure of your child's safety and joy in a very clean, beautiful, child-friendly, and parent-welcoming...
5.0
"Joyful Child Care is a child friendly daycare to send your child to. This daycare is very particular about COVID 19 protocols. As soon as you get to the entrance, the child and the parent's temperatures are checked before you they are allowed in. It is a very...

Tina


Little Ducklings Family Child Care

Little Ducklings Family Child Care

7950 Pettigrew St, Elkridge, MD

5.0

(1)

Hi, I am state licensed family child care provider. I am family child care & preschool programs from ages 4m- 5 year olds in a home based environment located Dorset Gardens Lennar homes on Route 1 close to Columbia, Hanover, Jessup, Ellicott City, North laurel locations......I have immediate...
5.0
"My daughter went to this daycare for more than a year and we were very pleased with the way Niharika takes care of all the kids. This is a licensed daycare that follows the Howard county curriculum... Niharika takes the time to groom every kid. My daughter is a...

Rishi S.


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.


Kiddie Academy of Elkridge

Kiddie Academy of Elkridge

6534 Old Waterloo Road, ELKRIDGE, MD

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie...

Firststart

Firststart

6501 Huntshire Dr 106, Elkridge, MD

First Start Childcare and Learning Center provides developmentally-appropriate programs for children on a full-time or part-time basis for children aged 6 weeks to school age. This center caters to infants, toddlers and preschoolers to develop the skills necessary for school readiness. The...

St. Augustine School

St. Augustine School

5990 Old Washington Road, Elkridge, MD

St. Augustine Catholic School is proud to offer a preschool program. We have a 3 year old and 4 year old classroom. In the SAS program students learn, practice and model the friendship of Jesus. Our curriculum is designed to encourage the children to learn as they play. The classroom offers the...

Fruit Of The Spirit Home Child Care

Fruit Of The Spirit Home Child Care

7370 Matchbox Alley, Elkridge, MD

I love children and I am here to care for yours. My name is Evelena and I am a Licensed Child Care provider in Elkridge, MD. We are conveniently located off I-95 exit 41 and Route 175 near Columbia, Elkridge, and Ellicott City. I have over 8 yrs of experience with immediate openings for full and...

Little Star Montessori

Little Star Montessori

6134 Downsridge Court, Elkridge, MD

Hello, I am a licensed daycare provider with 8+ years experience, located in Elkridge, Maryland. I have a home daycare Little Star Montessori, which is now enrolling infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Please contact me for more information. Thank you. https

Description/Special Services: My family home daycare in Columbia, MD! I have 10 years of child care experience. I am CPR and first-aid certified and Mat trained. My family child care is open 7 days a week from 6:30am to 6:00pm. I can provide full-time and part time for daycare for infants as young...

First Start Learning Center LLC

6501 Huntshire Dr, Elkridge, MD

First Start in Elkridge is a licensed childcare and learning facility that offers various programs addressing the needs of different child groups. They have programs specifically structured for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers; they also provide before and after school care services as well as a...

Little Angel Family Child Care

7210 Lyndsey Way, Elkridge, MD

Little Angels Family Daycare Elkridge Informal Childcare Safe, Loving and Stimulating Environment Open Monday TO Friday Educational Program Art And Crafts Weekly Fun activities Reasonable Prices Meals and Snacks Provided Daycare Hours 7:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M Day care vouchers are welcomed...

Elkridge Extended Recreation Program

7075 Montgomery Road, Elkridge, MD

Elkridge Extended Recreation Program is a private day care center that makes sure their center meet the licensing regulations for health and safety in the state of Maryland. Their center at 7075 Montgomery Road, Elkridge, MD provides structured activities that enable the equal development of their...

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
"I would give them a 10! They are very clean and friendly and they have a constance surveillance in the daycare. They is also constant connection with your child via Child Pilot app, which is wonderful! "

Olga V.


WATCHFUL EYE DAYCARE 2

WATCHFUL EYE DAYCARE 2

3264 Corporate Court, ELLICOTT CITY, MD

5.0

(2)

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,...
5.0
"My daughter started when she was 6 weeks. She's been attending every since, I love that they provided baby food because for me as a parent that helped out in more ways than one. Throughout the pandemic they've kept us safe and the staff members keep everyone safe....

Lindsay D.


Step by Step Daycare

Step by Step Daycare

33 Rhonda Ct Windsor Mill, Windsor Mill, MD

5.0

(5)

Step by step daycare is Currently Enrolling.... Pls call 443-3591008 License # 254382 Hello! My name is LubnaI I have a licensed family child care and learning center. The daycare is located in Windsor Mill Maryland. New customers can receive an offer of free registration Step by step daycare...
5.0
"Our infant son loved his time with Ms. Lubna at Step by Step, and it was a great part-time option. There was excellent communication- from photos throughout the day to the parent information sheet that was completed and sent home each day. He enjoyed engaging with...

Aubrei B


Millie's Family Child Care

Millie's Family Child Care

1026 Guy Dr, Glen Burnie, MD

3.4

(8)

We provide: *Breakfast and snacks *Preschool and infant-toddler curriculum *Indoor/Outdoor play area *Aftercare - homework help *Learning through music *Safe and Loving Environment *Southgate Elementary School District *Sibling discount
5.0
"EXCELLENT. THE STAFF IS FRIENDLY AND THE PLACE IS CLEAN. VERY WELCOMING"

Charday S.


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
"Sadia has been watching my daughter since she was 3 months old, now she is almost 2. I am still amazed every day by her passion for not only taking care of kids, but also teaching them. At 15 months old my daughter could say the full alphabet, count to 10, and so...

Emilee C


Trinity Day Care Center

Trinity Day Care Center

Court, LAUREL, MD

Starting at $1400/mo

4.0

(1)

Home-based childcare program serving infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children in a home setting. Maryland State standards curriculum and other educational materials support age-appropriate learning. The daily routine includes morning greetings, circle time, group learning activities, and free...
4.0
"2 of my kids went there and they absolutely loved it."

Funmi O.


MT. VERNON PLACE EARLY LEARNING CENTER

MT. VERNON PLACE EARLY LEARNING CENTER

10 E MOUNT VERNON PL, BALTIMORE, MD

Starting at $1100/mo

5.0

(2)

Mt. Vernon Place Early Learning Center adheres to a holistic approach of early childhood education. When we expose children to different environments and various learning experiences, we allow them to explore their self-awareness and gain a sense of the world around them. Once they leave our Nursery...
5.0
"I've been with them almost two years. I love the staff and the center. So my child goes, I love the way they treat and love him. They work with me and my son, it's not just a place they come and play they actually take time to teach your children and not just...

Jailyn K.


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 are very happy with Pallotti Early Learning. The teachers are very attentive with the children. We have absolute confidence our son is safe, learning basic skills, and also learning how to behave with professionals and other children. We have full trust in this...

Yi W.


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Ratings for Elkridge, MD preschools listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Preschools in Elkridge, MD are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.