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Nature Forward Preschool
5.0
Our family has loved the Nature Forward Preschool! It has been amazing to see my daughter's growth in confidence and curiosity after a year here and my son can't wait to join in September! I would highly recommend this school to anyone who is interested in their kids having room to grow while...
- Care member
Monarch Preschool College Park
5.0
We were so excited that they were so close. Tour solidified our choice. Our son who had been home with us would thrive and play with peers his own age. They are responsive with his issues and they communicate well. The “App” is the only hiccup. It is glitchy
- Wendy O.
SMALL WONDERS CHILD CARE
5.0
My three children have all gone to small wonders. I have one that aged out (13 years old) and two that are still attending. Location and reputation is what drew me there from another center. They are loving, dependable and a staple to the community. No quick staff turn around, no inconvenient...
- Jessie V.
Valentina's Day Care Home
5.0
My daughter attended Valentina's day care center from the age of two until starting elementary school at age 5. It is the most loving and nurturing environment and she learned to speak and understand Spanish. Elizabeth Palomino, a trained teacher, provides age appropriate activities for the kids to...
- Carin Z.
KINHAVEN SCHOOL
5.0
We've had a truly wonderful experience at Kinhaven and value their approach to play-based learning, anti-bias education, and a warm environment where children and families thrive.
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Preschools in Mount Rainier, MD
Gateway Child Development
3833 34th St, Mount Rainier, MD
Gateway Child Development in Mount Rainier, MD helps the children in reaching independent autonomy from 6 weeks to 7 years old. They believe that young students should be given opportunities to do things to experiment and themselves. They understand that the children who develop trust and are proud...
Nature Forward Preschool
8940 Jones Mill Rd., CHEVY CHASE, MD
5.0
(1)
At Nature Forward, our preschool offers a balanced mix of nature, nurture, and academic success. Our students learn kindness and cooperation, develop their imaginations, exercise curiosity, and build confidence, skills, and knowledge for the future and to protect our world.
5.0
"Our family has loved the Nature Forward Preschool! It has been amazing to see my daughter's growth in confidence and curiosity after a year here and my son can't wait to join in September! I would highly recommend this school to anyone who is interested in their...
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5.0
(2)
Monarch Preschool College Park is a high-quality, project-based learning pre-kindergarten for children ages 3-5. Learning is hands on and interactive.
Teachers are active and engaged, helping children apply their learning to real world issues. We are committed to fostering a lifelong love of...
5.0
"We are a family that joined right after they opened. Our experience is that they are a caring and small, nurturing environment. They know my child well. We have regular time with teachers to hear about progress and ask questions. They a conscientious about...
Elizabeth L.
SMALL WONDERS CHILD CARE
13840 OLD COLUMBIA PIKE, SILVER SPRING, MD
4.3
(3)
Small Wonders Child Care is a year-round, family-owned and operated center in Silver Spring, Maryland. We have proudly been part of the community for more than two decades. We care for children as young as 8 weeks through 11 years old, including children with special needs. Additionally, we offer...
5.0
"My three children have all gone to small wonders. I have one that aged out (13 years old) and two that are still attending. Location and reputation is what drew me there from another center. They are loving, dependable and a staple to the community. No quick staff...
Jessie V.
Valentina's Day Care Home
5728 Oregon Avenue NW, Washington, DC
5.0
(1)
FULLY LICENSED FAMILY DAY CARE:
*Creative Activities in a warm, caring environment.
*Bilingual Spanish and English.
*Small group of 6 children with two teachers.
*14 years of experience.
*On Oregon Avenue near St John's College High school.
*Ages 4 months to 4 years old.
*Hours 8:00 a.m. -...
5.0
"My daughter attended Valentina's day care center from the age of two until starting elementary school at age 5. It is the most loving and nurturing environment and she learned to speak and understand Spanish. Elizabeth Palomino, a trained teacher, provides age...
Carin Z.
5.0
(1)
Welcome to the new location of Kinhaven School. While our campus is newly built, Kinhaven School has been rooted in Arlington since 1971. In fresh, well-equipped classrooms and outdoor play spaces, Kinhaven prioritizes play in all its forms as the foundation of joyful growth and meaning-making in...
5.0
"We've had a truly wonderful experience at Kinhaven and value their approach to play-based learning, anti-bias education, and a warm environment where children and families thrive. "
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Bambi's Day Care
4067 Adams Drive, Silver Spring, MD
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Manjula. I just opened up a new licensed family child care and learning center and is offer FREE TWO WEEKS when you sign up. The daycare is located in Kensington, Maryland. New customers can receive an offer of free two weeks during the first month. Bambi's Day Care is on...
5.0
"Manjula has been a wonderful nanny to us !
She took care full time of our two daughters over the last two years and a half. We are very lucky to have found her.
She started looking after them when my younger daughter was 2 months, and my elder one was 2 years and...
Helene E.
Arlington Unitarian Cooperative Preschool
4444 Arlington Blvd, Arlington, VA
5.0
(2)
Arlington Unitarian Cooperative Preschool is a child-centered, cooperative preschool with a play-based curriculum that promotes curiosity and builds self-confidence.
We are a half-day program with classes meeting weekdays from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., serving infants through Pre-Kindergarten children...
5.0
"My 3 little granddaughters all love attending this special school. We all love the emphasis on outdoor activities and cooperative play. Socializing is so critical for children, and all this has been well managed especially in this era of covid. I am thankful for...
Vicki
Rainbow Family Christian Academy
2120A Industrial Parkway, Silver Spring, MD
5.0
(2)
RFCA is an educational ministry of Rainbow Family Christian Center. We are a homeschool cooperative, consisting of families that have chosen to have their children in an intimate, nurturing, and Christian environment. Our Nursery, Preschool, and Elementary programs utilize the rigorous Abeka...
5.0
"My son has attended RFCA since he was 6 months old and he is about to begin in the Preschool classroom this fall. I am more than pleased with the care that my son receives at RFCA. I love that they are small and the children receive a lot of individual attention....
Rainbow Family C.
Meriam Academy
704 Kennedy St NW, Washington, DC
5.0
(1)
Meriam Academy Child Learning Center helps prepare the future of the next generation of citizens by providing the exceptional educational programs and services to children.
Meriam Academy provides support in reaching our children's highest academic potential and development in social, emotional...
5.0
"Excellent hidden gem in Petworth! The entire staff is caring and nurturing. My son really thrived at Meriam CLC. Would definitely recommend. "
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International Daycare of Bethesda
9414 Balfour Drive, Bethesda, MD
4.4
(14)
It is the philosophy of our program that early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, exploring, and discovery. Children are creative and receptive; our program strives to nurture and encourage these qualities. Our purpose is to provide an atmosphere that encourages social,...
5.0
"My son is incredibly happy while with Gabby and George. He lights up and is ready for them each day.
Gabby has worked hard to accommodate the needs of my family. "
Care member
Themba Creative Learning Center LLC
6715 Cipriano Road, Lanham, MD
5.0
(4)
Themba Creative Learning Center LLC is a Nationally Accredited result driven learning center that focuses on exceeding parents' expectations everyday. Themba services children ages 6wks-4yrs old and provides before/aftercare services to school age children. In 2015 Themba was one of three finalist...
5.0
"I enrolled my almost 2 1/2 yr old daughter in Themba last month and am excited to see how she is absorbing their curriculum. For example, when I picked her up the other day and handed her a container with a snack for the ride home, she looked at the cover and said,...
Michelle T
Woodmoor Tots Preschool
10005 Brookmoor Dr, Silver Spring, MD
5.0
(1)
WTP is a program specifically for two-year-olds and three-year-olds. We focus on learning through play and exploration. Our curriculum is targeted towards the developmental needs of young preschoolers. We use a variety of activities to enhance the learning experience, such as circle time, centers,...
5.0
"We have been sending our daughter for the past year to Woodmoor Tots and could not be more happy. Meg has a great program built on both structure and creative play. Meg has taken her years of teaching experience and built a fantastic preschool program. She is a...
Erin M.
Aunt Molly's Playcare
5901 4th St North, Arlington, VA
5.0
(3)
Aunt Molly's is a dynamic home daycare run by a social worker and now adding an elementary teacher. We have over thirty years of experience working with kids and families. We are in a large, single family home right on Bluemont Park with two large, sunny playrooms, separate nap room, a deck,...
5.0
"Our Lucas has nothing but great memories of Aunt Molly's Playcare. Molly is an excellent care giver. We felt confident every morning when we dropped off Lucas he is sure a day that is filled with fun, friends, and giggles."
Allen L
Becker Day Care, Inc.
10211 Duvawn Place, Silver Spring, MD
5.0
(2)
At Becker Day Care, Inc. we learn through play, emphasizing social, emotional, and cognitive development. In other words, we have fun while learning! We have years of training and experience. Our kids frequently reach advanced placements upon "graduating" to area schools. This is due to teaching and...
5.0
"The Beckers are wonderful. I cannot say enough good things about their daycare. It is a great environment for children to learn, have fun, and thrive."
Stacey D
5.0
(2)
This traditional preschool program, located at the Greenbelt Youth Center, focuses on providing activities which encourage social development, fine and gross motor skills, listening to and following instructions, the foundation to begin reading, math and science curriculum, and encourages lots of...
5.0
"They are outstanding. My son was really happy when he was here and the teachers are great. They offer a very fixed routine and schedule that the kinds knew. We had a very positive experience!"
Aidan F.
Tiny Town Early Learning Center
4502 Sheridan Street, Riverdale, MD
5.0
(1)
A worm and nurturing environment where children can Learn, Work, and Grow
5.0
"They very where loving and nurturing to my son. We where sad to leave but he aged out of the program."
Deborah J
5.0
(2)
Genesis provides an exciting, creative, nurturing and fun learning environment that prepares children for success in school and life. We are a Christian organization and we take seriously the responsibility to nurture our students spiritually, emotionally, socially and academically. Colorful...
5.0
"They do a great job taking care of the children and teaching them."
Oluwakemi G.
Elibunny Family Child Care
5916 South 5th Road, Arlington, VA
5.0
(9)
ELIBUNNY Family Child Care is a Quality program with full day care for 3 months to 5 years old children in a family home environment with love in care, we offer a infant classroom and a preschool class. it is very important that every child has a continue caregiver for the first 5 years of life to...
5.0
"We give Elizabeth and her Elibunny Family Child care our highest recommendation. Elizabeth and caregivers have been wonderful caregivers for our son who was in their care from the age of four months to eighteen months. From the very beginning we could rest...
Diane M
Little People Gods
4119 Shell St, Capitol Heights, MD
5.0
(1)
Little People Gods located in Capitol Heights MD is a licensed infant center that offers a nurturing environment for children. It provides developmentally appropriate programs that encourage emotional, mental, social and physical growth of infants from 6 weeks until 23 months. The center has a...
5.0
"Absolutely love this daycare. They are very attentive and care for your child like you would. They are god oriented but its not over the top to where its uncomfortable. The staff are so nice and my son loves going there! They celebrate the all holidays in the...
Aleksndra M.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Mount Rainier, MD
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Mount Rainier, MD?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Mount Rainier, 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 Mount Rainier, MD for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Mount Rainier, MD?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Mount Rainier, 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 Mount Rainier, MD.
How can I find a preschool near me in Mount Rainier, MD?
When looking for a preschool near you in Mount Rainier, 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 Mount Rainier, MD who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.