TOP 10 Preschools in Essex, MD

Q: In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me 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.

Q: What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Essex, MD?

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.

Q: How can I find a preschool near me 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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Recent preschool reviews in Essex, MD

Symphony Family Learning Center

5.0

They are very good at communicating. The loveable staff that takes care of my little one. And how they are great assistance to the other toddlers that go there. I give them a 10 out of 10.

- DECHONNE M.

Mrs. Rabbitt's Daycare

5.0

Ms. Rabbitt has daily activities include rug time, math, singing, reading, and social interaction through play with a goal of kindergarten readiness. Her multi-level space includes a kitchen for getting those little hands rolling in flour and dough, a dining room for sharing meals with friends, and...

- Mary W.

Mrs. Rabbitt's Daycare

5.0

I have had both my son and daughter here and the care they receive is absolutely phenomenal. It is a great mix of academic prep for school as well as play based learning. Attention to detail and safety have always been at the forefront for her and she was sure to walk us through her space as well as...

- Michelle G.

Lisa Wipfield's Home Child Care

5.0

My husband and I wanted to find a day care option that felt more like an extension to our home rather than a business. We knew from our first meeting that Lisa's daycare was the right fit for us. We know when we drop our son off that he is going to get great care. She's been great with engaging...

- Jessie F.

Little Noodles Childcare

5.0

Provider has a very nice set up for children to learn. The home is clean and very well kept. Provider has a wonderful personality and enjoys what she does. She loves these children like her own. I recommend her for anyone who needs childcare.

- Amanda T

Preschools in Essex, MD

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...

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...

Destined 4 Greatness Learning Ctr

142 Eastern Blvd., Essex, MD

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...

Kids In Training Academy

1322 Canberra Drive, Essex, MD

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....

River's Edge Learning Center, Inc.

601 Tampa Rd, Essex, MD

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.

Giggle Box Learn N Play LLC

1502 Country Ridge Ln, Essex, MD

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.

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...

Symphony Family Learning Center

1400 N. Caroline Street, BALTIMORE, MD

4.7

(3)

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...

4.0

"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 enhance Children's social development skills. My children are thriving there, my son is now crawling, and my...

CHANTE R.

Mrs. Rabbitt's Daycare

5708 Allender Rd, White Marsh, MD

3.7

(6)

My passion for working with children started in my late teens when I was a camp counselor. Over the last 16 years I have taught vacation bible school, worked in my church nursery and preschool areas as well as run this successful daycare. Children in my care will enjoy a fun, educational atmosphere...

5.0

"Ms. Rabbitt has daily activities include rug time, math, singing, reading, and social interaction through play with a goal of kindergarten readiness. Her multi-level space includes a kitchen for getting those little hands rolling in flour and dough, a dining room...

Mary W.

Mrs. Rabbitt's Daycare

5708 Allender Rd, White Marsh, MD

5.0

(1)

My passion for working with children started in my late teens when I was a camp counselor. Over the last 11 years I have taught vacation bible school and I currently work in my church nursery and preschool areas. Children in my care will enjoy a fun, educational atmosphere and we will follow a...

5.0

"I have had both my son and daughter here and the care they receive is absolutely phenomenal. It is a great mix of academic prep for school as well as play based learning. Attention to detail and safety have always been at the forefront for her and she was sure to...

Michelle G.

Lisa Wipfield's Home Child Care

5 Sharpley Ct, Baltimore, MD

4.3

(6)

Welcome Parents! My name is Lisa. I provide daycare in the White Marsh/ Perry Hall area. I am a licensed provider with the State of Maryland. I am CPR, First Aid certified and have had Covid19 training per the State requirements. I have taken well over 40 extra classes to keep up with the ever...

5.0

"Lisa's Home Child Care is the closest thing I have found to family to care for my son. Lisa is very loving, compassionate and treats her daycare children as if they were her own. My son had previously been in two daycare centers and had very bad experiences. So...

Theresa B.

Little Noodles Childcare

3811 Crestvale Terrace, Nottingham, MD

5.0

(1)

Little Noodles offers home like setting for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. I provide Breakfast, AM snack, Lunch, and PM snack. I also provide some transportation for before school drop offs or after school pick-ups.

5.0

"Provider has a very nice set up for children to learn. The home is clean and very well kept. Provider has a wonderful personality and enjoys what she does. She loves these children like her own. I recommend her for anyone who needs childcare."

Amanda T

Discovery Child Development Center

8035 Fort Smallwood Road, Stoney Beach, MD

5.0

(3)

We offer quality care at affordable rates for children Birth (six weeks) through School Age. We offer drop in, part time, and full time care for infants through five years of age. We offer a before and after school program, drop in, and summer care for school age children. The center and all staff...

5.0

"I absolutely love Discovery. It feels truly amazing to be able to go to work knowing that my son is in good hands. The teachers are phenomenal, loving, and very respectful. My son has built a relationship with all his teachers and tells them all that he loves them...

TINA M

Amalia's Angels Daycare

7811 Birmingham Avenue, Parkville, MD

3.9

(15)

*WE OFFER A SCHOOL-YEAR CARE OPTION***NO SUMMER TUITION REQUIRED* At Amalia's Angels Daycare, we provide your children with the personal and loving attention, learning opportunities, and hands-on environment that they need to flourish. Approximately half of our home is used exclusively for...

5.0

"We toured a lot of places in search for daycare for our little girl, but Amalia's Angels is special . Let me just say that we are so happy that Lindsay is open and honest with us, which is so hard to find nowadays. She makes the parents and kids feel special, she...

Lindsay D.

River's Edge Learning Center

601 Tampa Road, Baltimore, MD

5.0

(2)

River's Edge Learning Center is a unique in-home preschool that offers a wide variety of learning opportunities to children ages 2-5. We have a full-time preschool teacher, a teacher's assistant and a Director on our staff. Our capacity is 12 children, so your child has a 2:12 teacher/student ratio...

5.0

"We absolutely love River's Edge! The staff is friendly the facility is clean and safe! They make learning so much fun and my kids love to be there. The have private instructors come in from art to music and fitness. You couldn't ask for a better preschool than...

Nicole

Woodhome Pre-K Center, LLC

1776 East Joppa Rd., Parkville, MD

5.0

(2)

We offer a half day pre-k program, as well as full time daycare. We are open Monday-Friday from 7:00AM to 6:00PM.

5.0

"I LOVE the teachers at Woodhome! My son cries when he can't go to school for some reason - I am so grateful they've started him out with a love of attending school."

Carla K.

THE GODDARD SCHOOL IN WHITE MARSH (HONEYGO)

4960 MERCANTILE RD, NOTTINGHAM, MD

At The Goddard School, our highly educated and innovative teachers create individualized opportunities for exposure to new ideas and materials designed specifically for your child to embrace authentic learning in its most natural way—through play and exploration. From engaging with science,...

Almost Home II Child Care Center

11550 Philadelphia Road Ste. 112, White Marsh, MD

Almost Home II Child Care Centers offers a range of care and educational programs for children of all ages - Infants to Preschool and School Age. Our mission is to provide high quality child care services to the expanding area of northern Baltimore County. Almost Home II Child Care Center focuses on...

American Kenpo Karate, LLC

2929 Sollers Point Rd, Dundalk, MD

Our dedicated team provides this community a fun, safe, and friendly environment of positive energy and support for our student's growth. At American Kenpo Karate, we provide child care for Preschool Children (3-5 yrs old) and School-Age children (5-13 yrs old). Our programs offer activities for our...

St. Michael - St. Clement School

10 Willow Ave, Baltimore, MD

St. Michael St. Clement School offers Preschool options for 3 year old and 4 year old students in the Baltimore/Rosedale area. To learn more about our program options, visit our website at stmstc.org