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Recent drop-in child care reviews in Elkridge, MD

Joyful Child Care

5.0

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Joyful Childcare! Thank you to contributing to our daughter's growth and curiosity for learning. Thank you for helping to make our days more stress free by caring for her while we work. Ms. Joyce always made us feel comfortable and made sure Zara was...

- Zara's M

Sobi's Daycare

5.0

Best daycare around. My daughter still cries to go there but we are moving. If you want to work and not work about you child take them to little nest. We will miss them.

- Melissa T

Quality Family Childcare Services/grandma's Open Classroom

5.0

Grandma's Open Classroom has been a lifesaver during the COVID 19 Quarantine. Having to work from home while still watching/entertaining my kids was a challenge. It was a relief knowing that my kids could still have virtual interaction with someone they know and trust for at least a couple of...

- Kimmeria H

Kinderkidscare Family Daycare

5.0

Look no further, Ms. Tamika will take excellent care of your child!!! She had our twins for a year and a half and they learned SO much! She will exceed your expectations! My girls are now in preschool and thriving!!! They sometimes come to her even now when school is out and they love Ms. Tamika!!...

- Javon O

Little Rockers Early Education Center

5.0

The teachers are wonderful here, my toddler is full time and she adapted pretty quickly. They are very attentive to her food allergies which makes me more comfortable since my toddler likes to grab snack from other kids lunches. I'm very happy with the daycare and the staff. At the end of the day my...

- Anna J

Drop-in child care in Elkridge, MD

Joyful Child Care

Joyful Child Care

7996 Alchemy Way, Elkridge, MD

Starting at $270/wk

4.8

(20)

Joyful Child Care is a Day Care located at Dorset Gardens, Blue Stream Community, off the Baltimore Washington Boulevard (Route 1), a very good and safe neighborhood. At Joyful Child Care, you can be sure of your child's safety and joy in a very clean, beautiful, child-friendly, and parent-welcoming...
5.0
"I totally LOVE this Daycare! It's so neat and kid-friendly. Both my daughter and son have been going here for a while now and my 3 year old son can already count from 1 to 50! She is so encouraging and rewards the kids for every achievement they make. I just love...

Charlotte A


Protecting Your Angels Learning Center

Protecting Your Angels Learning Center

6322 GREENFIELD RD, Elkridge, MD

Starting at $45/hr

Protecting Your Angels provides a caring and worry-free daycare service, by making sure every child is included in our educational experiences, combined with love and attention that helps them feel safe, and that each child obtains a sense of belonging with other children and our staff. Our goal is...

Little Star Family Day Care

8889 Purple Iris Ln, Elkridge, MD

Starting at $250/hr

Description/Special Services: My family home daycare in Columbia, MD! I have 10 years of child care experience. I am CPR and first-aid certified and Mat trained. My family child care is open 7 days a week from 6:30am to 6:00pm. I can provide full-time and part time for daycare for infants as young...

Family Home Daycare

Family Home Daycare

7003 Oak Grove Way, Elkridge, MD

Starting at $140/wk

I am home daycare provider. I have 10 years experience. I live in Columbia. I have openings full time and part time and weekends too. Safe environment for your kids.

Firststart

Firststart

6501 Huntshire Dr 106, Elkridge, MD

Starting at $205/wk

First Start Childcare and Learning Center provides developmentally-appropriate programs for children on a full-time or part-time basis for children aged 6 weeks to school age. This center caters to infants, toddlers and preschoolers to develop the skills necessary for school readiness. The...

Sobi's Daycare

Sobi's Daycare

1421 Pangbourne Way, Hanover, MD

Starting at $300/wk

4.9

(7)

It's been 4 years I'm working with infants and toddlers and I have many references if you ask for. I am loving and caring, go with the flow who adores children. I make sure your child is having the best time. We can take walk and have tummy time and read lots of stories. I am full of energy, very...
5.0
"I am so thankful for the experience that i have had from Sobia! My daughter loves to come to her daycare and is all smiles, when I come to pick her up. She really knows how to make someone feel comfortable, weather it's a children of their families. I highly...

Tayaba K


Quality Family Childcare Services/grandma's Open Classroom

Quality Family Childcare Services/grandma's Open Classroom

7812 Limestone Court, Ellicott City, MD

Starting at $443/wk

4.4

(7)

Diane graduated from Virginia Union University and Virginia State University where she earned both her BS and Master's degrees respectfully. She studied Biology and Chemistry as an undergraduate and Microbiology as a graduate student. Quality Family Childcare Services strives to allow each child...
5.0
"The Quality Family Childcare Services is an excellent place to bring your kids when you and your husband need a date night :) Diane is such a wonderfully warm yet professional woman. The environment was mind-stimulating, neat, and safe. We will definitely be using...

Lisa


Kinderkidscare Family Daycare

Kinderkidscare Family Daycare

3504 Ellen Road, Windsor Mill, MD

Starting at $170/wk

4.4

(8)

OPEN FOR ESSENTIAL PARENTS Title: MD Excel Licensed Daycare Provider. Breakfast, Lunch and Snack included in price. Vouchers Accepted**** Primary Purpose: Provide a fun and stimulating learning environment for children, aged 6 weeks to 12 years, in addition to caring for their needs and...
4.0
"During our time at Kinderkids my daughter was well taking care of. She also learned basic fundamentals in preparation for kindergarten. Ms Tamika has a kind heart for the children, she always greeted us with a smile in the morning and afternoon. This is a nice home...

Nesheba


Little Rockers Early Education Center

Little Rockers Early Education Center

625 Edmondson Ave, Catonsville, MD

Costimate: $216/wk

4.5

(6)

Our main goal is to provide stimulating learning activities that reflect the unique needs of each child. Our extensive play and educational facility will be specifically designed with child safety and child development as the main priority.
5.0
"Our toddler is almost through his first week. Transitioning from a full time nanny to day care was easier than we imagined. The Director is incredibly loving and helpful and all of the educators have been really gracious as well. After touring many facilities in...

Kristin H


Golden Stars Home Childcare

Golden Stars Home Childcare

Willowwood Way, Jessup, MD

Starting at $175/wk

5.0

(2)

Hi my name is Shamsa Khan. I have Howard county MD state licensed home childcare.in Savage/Jessup area. I am a professional certified childcare provider. I love to work with kids. I have 8 years of experience working with kids' am first aid and CPR certified. I provide very safe, clean, and...
5.0
"Golden Star is a absolutely wonderful home daycare. They are very clean, so understanding. Mrs. Shamsa goes above and beyond and I feel so secure with my baby being there. We are so lucky to have found her. We thank God everyday because we know our baby is safe,...

Jessica B


Little Sprouts Learning

1749 Allerford Drive, Hanover, MD

Starting at $275/wk

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
"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...

Lauren B


Quala Care Child Center, Inc.

Quala Care Child Center, Inc.

920 Andover Road, Linthicum, MD

Starting at $199/wk

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've been so happy at Quala! My son's classroom is like a second home. Everyone is so loving and even though they have a lot of staff they all know my son's name!"

Rose J


New Life Child Care

New Life Child Care

1331 Ashton Road Suite D, Hanover, MD

Costimate: $325/wk

3.5

(2)

New Life Child Care is an innovative Child Care Center located in Hanover, MD. We offer Enrichment classes for all ages that include: Spanish, Fitness, Sign Language, Cooking, Dance, Music & Bible Lessons, these classes are all included in your tuition.
5.0
"My daughter started here when she was 1 and had completely excelled! She can speak Spanish (some), she can use sign language (some), and her level of education has completely gone through the roof. They are very friendly and have worked with me so many times. I am...

Taylor C


Milestone Kiddies Daycare

Milestone Kiddies Daycare

7713 Clay Bridge Ct, Hanover, MD

Starting at $190/wk

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...
4.0
"My daughter started with Ruth at 16 months old after being home with my Mother. I was nervous about the transition since this is my first child. The transition went smoothly. She gave my daughter the extra attention she needed in the beginning. After four...

Kathy M


Mrs Nancy's Little People Daycare

8250 Stone Trail Ct, Laurel, MD

Costimate: $271/wk

5.0

(1)

Loving home daycare for over 20 years. LIc with Howard CO. Close to 95 , 29 32 and 216. Large yard. Walking distance to Hammond Elem. Openings for birth - 12yrs.
5.0
"Great place to have your children. Would recommend to anyone."

Nancy C


My Little Magic Garden

My Little Magic Garden

2972 Jessup Road, Jessup, MD

Starting at $130/wk

5.0

(4)

At My Little Magic Garden Child Care Center we celebrate diversity. We are a licensed childcare center that believes each child is unique and has special interests. Each child has abilities that must be valued and respected. Respecting the child includes having a sensitive, flexible, and...
5.0
"We love MLMG!! The teachers and Ms Rashail are wonderful. Our almost two year old daughter has a great time and pushes us out of the house on school days."

Karen


Kids Kingdom Childcare and Learning Center

Kids Kingdom Childcare and Learning Center

9900 Washington Blvd North, Laurel, MD

Costimate: $239/wk

4.2

(5)

Kids Kingdom Child Care and Learning Center values early childhood education as the foundation for lifelong learning. We offer child care services from 6 weeks to 5 years old. We also offer before and after care program for school age kids. We believe that each child is a unique individual and...
5.0
"My 9 month son Attending kids kingdom childcare center. we loved the care of the kids In this center. We are very blessed to be my kid in good hands. All office staff great. Teachers loving and knowledgeable."

Sohail Y


Ms. Sandra's Daycare

Ms. Sandra's Daycare

6381 Grateful Heart Gate, Columbia, MD

Costimate: $238/wk

5.0

(4)

For the past 30 years, I have worked with children in different capacities, as a teacher, mother, volunteer, scout leader and now as a daycare provider. It became my mission to provide dependable quality care and to give parents "peace of mind" when going back to work. I specialize in infant care...
5.0
"Ms. Sandra has been caring for our one-year-old daughter since she was three months old, and we couldn't be happier with the care she provides. With this being our first child, we were nervous about leaving her in anyone else's care, but from day one, Ms. Sandra...

Jordan H


Better Quality Childcare, LLC

Better Quality Childcare, LLC

1663 Kirkwood Rd, Gwynn Oak, MD

Starting at $170/wk

5.0

(3)

We are a Early Learning Programs that provides care for children 6 weeks to 12 years of age. Our primary focus is to prepare children for kindergarten using proven Choral Reading Strategies. We also provide transportation for Before and Aftercare. We provide tutoring for children that needs a...
5.0
"Better Quality Childcare is much more than a day care, in a caring and professional atmosphere my son loved going from the very first day! They're not just doing a job, they really care about the kids. They are also very skilled. The detailed curriculum and...

Dana M


Kids Cave Family Childcare

Kids Cave Family Childcare

512 DELMAR AVE, Glen Burnie, MD

Starting at $150/wk

Age: 6 weeks to 5 years old Full-time care Part-time care Drop in (when available) Parent's Night Out Healthy meals ( 2 meals and 2 snack) Affordable prices

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Average Rating4.0 / 5

Drop-In Child Care in Elkridge, MD are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed drop-in child care.