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Drop-In Child Care in Bethesda, MD are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care

The Family Academy of Bethesda

So much love for the Family Academy. Our son attended here for years, starting from the time he was 6 months old. Each classroom was led by...

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The Montessori School of Washington DC

I'm happy to recommend MSOW. My child attended school there from age 2-5 and we had a great experience. The school is warm, loving and...

- Maggie C.

Shepherd Park Children's Academy

The Director is very informative and helpful. The way she communicate with families and employees is amazing. The daycare is very pleasing...

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Step One Childcare

Hempstead Avenue BETHESDA, MD

starting at
$2300/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Waldorf
In-Home daycare
Since 2019, our home daycare has provided a warm, nurturing environment inspired by Waldorf, Montessori, and nature-based learning principles. We focus on creativity, independence, and gentle routines. We have two consistent full-time teachers and one part-time assistant, ensuring stable, loving, and high-quality care for every...
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Primrose School of Downtown Bethesda

8101 GLENBROOK RD BETHESDA, MD

starting at
$2806/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Preschool
Child care
+ 2 more
Primrose Schools® is a national system of accredited private preschools that provides a premier early education and child care experience for children and families. Our Franchise Owners, Leadership Teams and School Staff partner with parents to help children develop the right foundation for continual learning in life. At...
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English Village Early Learning Center

7730 Bradley Blvd Bethesda, MD

State license verified

Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
At English Village Early Learning Center, ages 6 weeks to 5 years, we introduce children to the joy of learning within a framework of play that places equal emphasis on intellectual curiosity and social responsibility. Young children acquire skills in a predictable sequence and thrive when learning at their own pace, according...
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Tucker's In Home Child Care

10526 Westlake Dr Apt 301 Bethesda, MD

Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Child care
Hi, my name is Judy and I have 15 years in child care. Red Cross certified in CPR, first aid and AED. I am trustworthy, reliable and loyal. I am warm, caring and have a clean, safe environment. Affordable.
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The Family Academy of Bethesda

4324 Montgomery Ave. Bethesda, MD

5.0(3)
Academic
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
The Family Academy of Bethesda is a warm and loving Childcare and Early Education Center. It is located in a converted house in the heart of beautiful Downtown Bethesda. Being in a house gives the center a home-like atmosphere, which eases the child from his or her home into the early educational environment. The Family Academy...

Care Member says "So much love for the Family Academy. Our son attended here for years, starting from the time he was 6 months old. Each classroom was led by caring,...

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The Montessori School of Washington DC

4380 MCARTR BLVD NW STE 200 WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$2111/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
+ 1 more
The Montessori School of Washington (MSOW) is a small, nurturing environment for children aged two to six. Its curriculum is based on Dr. Maria Montessori's philosophy. MSOW aims to introduce children to the joy of learning at an early age and assists the child in creating an inner order. This self-discipline becomes the...

Maggie C. says "I'm happy to recommend MSOW. My child attended school there from age 2-5 and we had a great experience. The school is warm, loving and focused on the...

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Shepherd Park Children's Academy

7838 EASTERN AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at
$2450/mo
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Shepherd Park Children’s Academy is an early education center license by the Office of the State Superintendent of Education dedicated to a higher standard in childcare. Our innovative academy is a safe, nurturing and loving environment where little minds thrive. Developmentally appropriate programs are designed to foster active...

Care Member says "The Director is very informative and helpful. The way she communicate with families and employees is amazing. The daycare is very pleasing to the eye....

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Elonda's Day Care

816 6th Street NE Washington, DC

5.0(3)
We offer care to children, ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. With a wonderful Infant/Toddler program that provides meals, snacks, pre-k curriculum and much more. Elonda's Day Care is set up to cover every area of a child's developmental needs and plenty of space and time for what children learn best from, PLAY! The classroom...

Olivia says "My daughter has been coming here for over over a year. We couldn't be happier. We are from out of town, a small town where we personally knew our childcare...

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FRIENDSHIP CHILDRENS CENTER

5411 WESTERN AVE NW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2665/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Since 1989, Friendship Children’s Center has proudly served families in the Friendship Heights community as a trusted, non-profit child care provider. We specialize in developmental, play-based learning and offer a warm, nurturing environment where children thrive. We’re known for our innovative educational programs, strong...

Care Member says "The FCC teachers take excellent care of my child and provide a warm and caring environment. They also put a lot of effort into coming up with and...

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Aster's Family Daycare

705 Hyde Road SILVER SPRING, MD

5.0(2)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Aster’s Family Daycare: A warm, nurturing, and safe home where children grow, learn, and feel loved every day. We provide a caring, family-like environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and kindness. With engaging activities and plenty of opportunities for play and learning, we help each child build confidence and...

Abby U. says "My little man started with her when he was just a coupe months old, he has been with her since. They were very flexible as I was navigating being a first...

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Smallfreckles Home Day Care

2834 Rosemary Ln Falls Church, VA

5.0(1)

State license verified

In-Home daycare
We'll promise to take the best care of your kid. Our home daycare is new, comfortable, safe, clean atmosphere. Working Monday to Friday full time and part time, CPR & First Aid trained, State licensed for Home Day Care in Falls Church Age appropriate activities (reading,music, arts). We speak English and Spanish.

Kristen D. says "We've been with Small Freckles since they opened in 2017. We're very happy with the care. We know our children are safe, happy, and getting lots of...

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HHS/ED Children's Center by Reggio's Treehouse

330 C Street, SW WASHINGTON, DC

5.0(6)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Reggio emilia
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Reggio’s Treehouse is an authentic Reggio Emilia inspired preschool that educates and enriches the minds and lives of our young learners. We embrace the Reggio Emilia philosophy that teaches children to become self-directed learners and whose guiding principles encourage self-expression and critical thinking. Please use this...

Care Member says "Our daughter attended the HHS/ED Center for 2 years and I can honestly say it became like a second home for her. From the very beginning, the teachers...

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Abeba Belete

10912 HANNES CT SILVER SPRING, MD

5.0(4)
starting at
$350/mo
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
We offer a safe, stimulating environment with plenty of age-appropriate toys, books, and creative materials that spark imagination and encourage exploration. Most importantly, it's about having passionate, highly-trained caregivers who genuinely love working with children and providing consistent, warm interactions every time...

Care Member says "This daycare is fantastic. My son is not even 1 year old and is walking, saying some words, and so happy. His motor skills and other skills are all...

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Beloved Moments Family Home Daycare

1838 Peabody Drive Falls Church, VA

5.0(5)
Academic
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
Welcome to Beloved Moments! Our home daycare has been a part of the family's lives for over 20 years. Our goal is to provide a place where children know they are accepted, loved, protected, and wanted. We want to help instill a strong sense of self-worth and purpose in every child. We make sure that each child has numerous...

Lacey F. says "This is hands down the best daycare in the business! As a Mother looking for a good daycare for my two sons all it caused me was anxiety. We looked at a...

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Tysons Corner Children's Center

8260 GREENSBORO DR STE 137 MC LEAN, VA

5.0(10)

State license verified

starting at
$2770/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
When it comes to your children, nothing less than the highest standards will do. Our non-profit child care centers offer programs for infants through Jr. Kindergarteners, and provide a safe, loving environment where children 6 weeks to 6 years old can learn and thrive through a hands-on, minds-on experience.

Care Member says "We absolutely love the care received at this daycare! We've had one child graduate from Jr. Kindergarten and our second is currently in the Toddler...

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Linda's Overnight Newborn Care

14112 Cricket Lane Silver Spring, MD

5.0(4)
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
We are certified overnight newborn specialists & certified post-partum doulas with over 20+ years of experience. Lactation counselor--Gentle Sleep Coach We focus on breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, swaddling, & everything you would want to know about a newborn. At Linda's Overnight Newborn Care, we specialize in...

Bhavna B. says "She has been such a support for us with our infant who is 2 months old. She was amazing when she came to our home and truly showed us how to care for both...

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Sue's Place Family Child Care

10605 Patternbond Ter Silver Spring, MD

I take pride in having a strong vocation for early childhood education and facilitating and active engaging environment that fosters both social and academic development for children ages two months to eight years old. Sue's place offers mixed age group setting with special activities for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and...
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Tiny Angels Daycare

9210 Pegasus Court POTOMAC, MD

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
In-Home daycare
Day Care
+ 1 more
Welcome TO TINY ANGELS Daycare we are open Mondays through Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. full time, part time and drop-ins. We are located in Potomac, Maryland. We build positive character traits for your child's development. We emphasize head hands & heart character traits that a lot of schools are structuring in their...
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The Creative Difference

1132 N Ivanhoe St Arlington, VA

The Creative Difference, LLC is an educational enrichment program, focusing on out-of-school opportunities for children to broaden their learning experience through hands-on and creative activities. We offer after school enrichment classes, arts-based day camps, and private tutoring for elementary and preschool students in...
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Cedare Renaissance Academy

283040 GRAHAM ROAD Falls Church, VA

Reggio emilia
Academic
Faith based
Montessori
Cooperative
+ 3 more
CEDARE Renaissance Academy (Pre-K3 thru 12th) is a Contemporary Christian School located on three (3) COVID safe campuses in DC/MD/NOVA.. At CEDARE we are committed to the needs of our student families. We offer a Comprehensive Course and Care Options so that parents can return to work, work comfortably from home and...
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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Bethesda, MD. You can start by narrowing down options by location. From there you can read reviews and learn more about cost.

When you drop your child off near you in Bethesda, MD, you should expect to provide the provider with necessary information about your family and your child’s dietary needs, health concerns, and any allergies and medications. It's bes to discuss any particular requests or expectations ahead of time, but be prepared to further review any special circumstances or questions you have during the first drop off.You may also find it helpful to talk about drop off and pick up procedures as well as safety rules with your child ahead of their first day. Setting them up for success by ensuring everyone is comfortable with the arrangement will help make it a stree-free drop off!

Drop-in child care can be a great way to accommodate the ever-shifting needs of families, but it's important to make sure you are taking the necessary precautions before relying on drop-in child care. Make sure to thoroughly research any drop-in child care facility near you in Bethesda, MD you're considering, including checking reviews and discussing any questions you have. When you visit the drop-in care center in person, take time to observe and ask questions about their practices and policies, and ask about what supplies you'll need to send with your child.

Drop-in child care hours in Bethesda, MD will vary by location, but typically these services are available throughout the day. Most drop-in child care centers will open for business around 8 AM and close after 5 PM, although this can vary depending on the center’s size and organization. Some drop-in child care centers may have extended hours, so be sure to discuss your scheduling needs when interviewing your options.

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