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Recent preschool reviews in Ellicott City, MD

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.

Little Sprouts Learning

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 we heard and saw since day one....

- Lauren B.

LIGHT Rock Academy

5.0

My daughter attended LIGHT Rock from 6 weeks-4 years of age and had an amazing time there. She is now in the first grade and is blossoming so well due to her early childhood education at LIGHT. I cannot tell you how this was such a great experience. The entire team is awesome!

- Care member

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.

Quala Care Child Center, Inc.

5.0

We have been with Quala Care for 4.5years and have been more than pleased with their program. Kelly Roe is amazing with children of all ages. My daughter has been with her since 12wks and is now almost 5. We will miss QC once we head off to Kindergarten.

- Stephanie P.

Preschools in Ellicott City, MD

Childtime-Ellicott City

4895 Montgomery Rd, Ellicott City, MD

Childtime-Ellicott City located in Ellicott City, Md is a center that provide a safe, clean, interactive, fun and exciting environment where your child can learn while having fun. The center has a comprehensive program from Infant, Toddler, PreSchool, Summer Camp, Before, and After School.

Apple Tree Childcare, LLC

7726 Blueberry Hill Ln, Ellicott City, MD

Apple Tree Childcare LLC in Ellicott, Maryland, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children from infant, toddler, preschool that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program...

Global Children Montessori School

4790 Baugher Farm Road, Ellicott City, MD

Global Children Montessori School offers early learning and child care programs for preschoolers and kindergarten children. They implement a Montessori-based curriculum that is designed for kids aged three to five years old. Global Children Montessori School is open during weekdays from 8:00 A.M. to...

Columbia Academy Preschool # 4

University Boulevard, Ellicott City, MD

Columbia Academy Preschool # 4 is a licensed daycare facility that is dedicated to improving their students' cognitive, motor, and social skills. Their center at University Boulevard, Ellicott City, MD provides a no-nonsense learning environment that helps their students learn the skills needed to...

Children's Manor Montessori School - Ellicott City

4465 Montgomery Road,, Ellicott City, MD

Children's Manor Montessori School-Ellicott City is an early childhood facility that offers educational day care programs geared towards preschool and school-age kids. The company provides its services to children two to twelve years of age who are residing in Ellicott City, Maryland. The company...

Angel After Care Inc

4801 Ilchester Rd, Ellicott City, MD

Angel After Care Inc. is a child care facility located at 4801 Ilchester Rd. Ellicott City, MD. Their establishment opened in the year 2002. The school provides age-appropriate and challenging activities that aim to enhance the physical, social and intellectual development of children.

Glen Mar Early Learning Center

4701 New Cut Road, Ellicott City, MD

Glen Mar Early Learning Center is a non-profit, church-affiliated child care provider offering early care and learning programs for preschoolers. Their services are open to children ages six weeks to four years old. Glen Mar Early Learning Center offers Half-Day and Full-Day schedules, and they are...

Glenelg Country School

12793 Folly Quarter Rd, Ellicott City, MD

An independent college preparatory school in Howard County, MD, Glenelg Country School educates students Age 2 through Grade 12. Leveraging the freedom to develop curricula that educates the whole child, Glenelg Country School remains at the forefront of educational progress. Encouraging...

Mother's Day Out of Westchester Inc

2414 Westchester Ave #5, Ellicott City, MD

Having a philosophy that young students will learn best through play, Mother's Day Out of Westchester Inc in Ellicott City, MD teaches their curriculum through music, literature, and art. This child care organization has features that include math development, creative expression, reading readiness,...

Glenelg Country School Extended Day & Pre-K Program

Folly Quarter Rd, Ellicott City, MD

Our Extended Day Program provides a supportive and safe environment for your child to learn, explore, share, create and play. The staff includes a team of teachers and assistants who are trained and experienced in working with children and their families. We encourage imagination and creativity...

Clarlen Nursery Inc

2875 Bethany Ln, Ellicott City, MD

Clarlen Nursery Inc is an early childhood education provider that offers a cost-effective child care solution for children living in 2875 Bethany Ln, Ellicott City, MD. Their child center strictly complies with child care standards set by the state of Maryland.

Kreative Kidz

3264 Corporate Ct, Ellicott City, MD

Kreative Kidz is an educational childcare facility located in Ellicott City, Maryland that caters to children ages two to twelve years old. This childcare facility strives to provide a warm and engaging learning environment where children are free to explore, discover and learn. It provides...

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.


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
"I started with Sadia when she first opened Little Sprouts and have sent each one of my children (3 boys) to her until they started elementary school. She is educated, knowledgeable, and manages to always find the fine balance between academic enrichment and fun...

Racheal J.


LIGHT Rock Academy

LIGHT Rock Academy

2200 North Monroe St., BALTIMORE, MD

Starting at $880/mo

5.0

(3)

Our child care center, accredited by the Maryland State Department of Education, is nestled in northwest Baltimore. All our full-time staff hold Maryland State credential levels 3 or beyond. We provide vibrant, interactive classrooms and a private playground designed for our young learners. Each...
5.0
"5 stars! The staff and location is great! They care for my daughter, and it's a relief to trust and know she is safe and happy in their care!"

Diamond D.


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
"Ms Eva, we will miss your Montessori School lessons, your home cooked meals daily, your encouragement, patience, love and care. Thank you so much for going above and beyond what you had to do as a daycare provider especially when you had to deal with Marybeth's...

Katherine D.


Quala Care Child Center, Inc.

Quala Care Child Center, Inc.

920 Andover Road, Linthicum, MD

4.4

(7)

Established in 1990, Quala Care Child Center is a family-owned early education center that exists to provide an affordable, high-quality, developmentally appropriate environment that promotes each child's social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Children learn by active participation...
5.0
"We have been with Quala Care for 4.5years and have been more than pleased with their program. Kelly Roe is amazing with children of all ages. My daughter has been with her since 12wks and is now almost 5. We will miss QC once we head off to Kindergarten."

Stephanie P.


Eva Marie Leong

Eva Marie Leong

6137 Quiet Times, COLUMBIA, MD

Starting at $1200/mo

5.0

(3)

Meet Ms. Eva, with over thirty years of experience in Montessori education and child care, she is still providing the utmost passionate and attentive education to her children. Arriving in The U.S in 1991, she had a drive to make a life for her family that was still back in the Philippines....
5.0
"Our child was with Mrs. Eva for almost 4 years. Mrs. Eva took exceptionally good care of our daughter for the entire time - from the learning environment to the home cooked breakfasts & lunches, she went above and beyond. Mrs. Eva uses a Montessori school approach...

Care member


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...

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
"I had talked with at least 8 people to find daycare before I found Milestone Kiddie Daycare with Mrs. Ruth and right away I was impressed and couldn't wait to enroll my child into her care. She displays such a warm and loving personality that just makes the...

Trinity S.


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Average Rating4.0 / 5

Preschools in Ellicott City, MD are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.