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Preschools in Essex, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Little Catepillar Learning Center

My child has been attending LCLC since she was 2 years old and is now 5, and I can truly say I love, love, love this center. The staff is...

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All Stars Learning Center

Great teachers & staff, safe environment. They don't over crowd and they care for each child's individual need.

- Connie B

A Family Affair Children's Center

AFA has always been good with the kids. There's play time, outside time, and crafts. During summer camp there's weekly trips to either a...

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Little Catepillar Learning Center

1545 Hyde Park Road ESSEX, MD

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1280/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
Welcome to Little Caterpillars! Little Caterpillars is a nurturing, safe, and family-centered daycare where early education comes first. We specialize in preparing children for school by building strong foundations in learning through play, exploration, and fun. We believe parent and family involvement is key, and we work...

Care Member says "My child has been attending LCLC since she was 2 years old and is now 5, and I can truly say I love, love, love this center. The staff is amazing, very...

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Divine Little Angels Daycare

1545 Alconbury Rd Essex, MD

Divine Little Angels Daycare is a family daycare that is offered for ages 6 weeks - school age. We will provide loving care to your little ones as if they were our own. We will get them ready for kindergarten by working with them side by side, and doing extra curricular activities. This is a daycare where we make learning fun !...
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Destined 4 Greatness Learning Ctr

142 Eastern Blvd. Essex, MD

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Faith based
International
Child care
CLOSE TO THE MVA, LIBRARY, SOCIAL SERVICES, ADVENTURE DENTAL, POST OFFICE, AND MORE IN ESSEX!!! OPEN 6:30AM-6:30PM! DESTINED FOR GREATNESS LEARNING CENTER HAS OPENED A LOCATION IN ESSEX, MD. AND WOULD LIKE TO INVITE YOU INTO OUR WORLD OF EDUCATION, FUN, AND DEVELOPMENT! Our programs truly intertwine creativity with...
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Kay's Angels Family Child Care

7 Crafton Rd Essex, MD

5.0(1)
Hello, my name is Shakeerah. I'm a licensed provider in Essex, MD. I have 20+ years experience as a childcare provider. During this time, I was a sitter for different families for regular in-home daycare hours, before/after school care, date nights, overnights and sick care, for children from infant through the 4th grade. I'm...
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Kids In Training Academy

1322 Canberra Drive Essex, MD

Academic
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 1 more
Kids in Training Academy is a newly home based Preschool program offering full/half day programs. Our mission here at KIT is to provide each child with a strong foundation of education, social & emotional development skills focused on self-paced learning in a safe, loving, nurturing environment. This is achieved through positive...
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Giggle Box Learn N Play LLC

1502 Country Ridge Ln Essex, MD

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Giggle Box Learn N Play LLC is a child care facility located at 1502 Country Ridge Ln. Essex, MD. They offer services for children from infants up to school years of age. Established in 2008, they offer a place where children can laugh, play and discover.
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River's Edge Learning Center, Inc.

601 Tampa Rd Essex, MD

Preschool
Child care
River's Edge Learning Center, Inc. is a child care facility located at 601 Tampa Rd. Essex, MD. Their establishment opened in the year 2011. The school provides age-appropriate and challenging activities that aim to enhance the physical, social and intellectual development of children.
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Ms. Krissy's Castle Family Play Care

345 Upperlanding Road Essex, MD

Hi, My name is Krissy and I am a mother of three (ages 2, 9, and 14). My family home child care program runs during the summer for ages 4 and up. I have experience caring for children with special needs and learning disabilities. My hours and days are flexible, Monday through Friday. I do not provide regular overnight or...
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A Family Affair Children's Center

9215 Old Harford Rd PARKVILLE, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$540/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
We are a year round preschool and child care center. We have been open since 1992. We serve children ages 2-11. We are currently enrolling 3 and 4 year olds.

Care Member says "AFA has always been good with the kids. There's play time, outside time, and crafts. During summer camp there's weekly trips to either a pool or field...

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Kiddie Academy of Locust Point

1215 E FORT AVE BALTIMORE, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
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 Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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4818 - Everbrook Academy of Perry Hall

4320 FORGE RD PERRY HALL, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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Young School

5009 Honeygo Center Dr Perry Hall, MD

4.0(20)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
+ 1 more
For over 30 years, The Young School has prepared young people for their future through an innovative preschool education program. The Young School pioneered the Cottage learning environment for infants through Pre-K. Children become part of a nurturing community where they are active participants and learners. The Young...

Lynnea T. says "My son absolutely LOVES coming to school everyday! There's been a few changes in teachers since he was enrolled last summer, but the transitions are...

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4003 - Everbrook Academy of Baltimore Peninsula - COMING SOON

250 MISSION BLVD APT 102 BALTIMORE, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially,...

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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Little People Development Center

194 German Hill Road Dundalk, MD

5.0(5)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Little People Development Center provides creative, and interactive learning environment for children between 2-5 years of age with an age based curriculum to get your little person ready for grade school, we also teaches the kids Basic Sign Language. We promote an innovative and enriching educational experience built on a...

Kira says "My son started here when he was 2 and he still loves it to this day .He's now 5 years old. Potty training at the age of 2 the staff was my village people....

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Ascension Child Care Learning Center

8860 Belair Rd NOTTINGHAM, MD

5.0(5)
starting at
$1560/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
At Ascension Childcare Learning Center, we provide high-quality care for infants through Pre-K with flexible late evening, night, and Saturday hours. Our nurturing, culturally inclusive environment focuses on play-based learning, social-emotional growth, and hands-on exploration. We offer small class sizes, dedicated teachers,...

Care Member says "I enrolled my 6 mo old at Ascension in October 2025. We had an absolutely terrible time finding an infant spot in the Baltimore area, and I am so glad I...

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Happy Feet Enrichment Child Care Center

5500 SINCLAIR LN STE A BALTIMORE, MD

4.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1000/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
We offer the preschool curriculum, fun, fun, interacting, hands-on activities. S.T.E.A.M. learning that includes making yummy treats that make learning fun. Daily art activities that condition children to be their creative, unique selves. We also encourage a lot of positive problem solving, and positive redirection.

Katherine D. says "My granddaughter went here. They are sticklers on developmental stages- understands every kid is different"

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7746 - La Petite Academy of Nottingham - COMING SOON

8601 WALTHER BLVD NOTTINGHAM, MD

5.0(1)
Day Care
Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Symphony Family Learning Center

1400 N CAROLINE ST BALTIMORE, MD

4.0(4)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
We are an early learning preschool committed to cultivating the growth and development of infants, toddlers and preschoolers through play and exploration. We provide quality child care in a safe, clean and nurturing atmosphere. We are a family oriented center and we believe that collectively we can shape our world one child at a...

CHANTE R. says "They are a new establishment. They have done a lot of great things for my children. They have language immersion, sign language, Spanish, Chinese. They...

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Sarah's Play And Learn Place

8911 A Avondle RD Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)
Sarah's daycare has been one of Parkville's treasures since 1995. Sarah has personally provided Baltimore's families with childcare of the highest quality. Sarah's passion for providing the best childcare shines through all of the children and families she has influenced throughout the past twenty years. Your family will become...

Asiya K says "Nurturing and caring for the children in her daycare. My son attended her daycare for 15 months. He still asks about Sarah and her family."

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Essex, MD

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Essex, 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 Essex, MD for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Essex, 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 Essex, MD.

When looking for a preschool near you in Essex, 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 Essex, MD who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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