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Drop-In Child Care in Gaithersburg, MD are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 35 listed drop-in child care

Frontiers Family Childcare

This daycare has been amazing for our family. As working parents, we value their excellent communication and flexibility. We get daily...

- Care member

Creative Explorers Child Care

We joined CECC in august 2021 and our daughter quickly fell in love with all the teachers! They were patient and kind with her and truly got...

- Michelle B.

Veenu's Daycare

Our son absolutely loved Veenu's and grew tremendously while under her care. He started at around just 3 months old and stayed for over 2...

- Savannah K

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Frontiers Family Childcare

8100 Pepper Ridge Way GAITHERSBURG, MD

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1200/mo
International
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
In-Home daycare
Led by Dr. Yousafzai, Frontiers is a family childcare located in a safe neighborhood in the Flower Hill area of Gaithersburg. We provide nature-based, STEM-focused education and introduce kids to Science concepts earlier in their life. "Dr. Y" is a leading scientist, educator, and Early Childhood Education leader in Maryland and...

Care Member says "This daycare has been amazing for our family. As working parents, we value their excellent communication and flexibility. We get daily updates and...

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Creative Explorers Child Care

1009 Bayridge Terrace Gaithersburg, MD

4.0(4)
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Newly Licensed Family child care center located in Gaithersburg, MD. At Creative Explorers we follow The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers, Two's and Preschool. The curriculum is a comprehensive educational pathway for children and address 38 objectives across 10 key developmental areas. Research into the curriculum...

Michelle B. says "We joined CECC in august 2021 and our daughter quickly fell in love with all the teachers! They were patient and kind with her and truly got to know her...

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Sunrise Early Learning Center @ Shady Spring Drive

Shady Spring Drive Gaithersburg, MD

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Sunrise Early Learning Center a licensed childcare program in the State of Maryland and is located in Gaithersburg; where (Loving, Learning, Guiding) is experienced. Your child's new if not first childcare program where each child is treated with respect and dignity. At Sunrise, we develop high quality age appropriate...
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FRONTIERS FAMILY CHILDCARE

8100 PEPER RIDGE WAY GAITHERSBURG, MD

starting at
$450/mo
Developmental (play-based)
International
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
+ 1 more
Led by Dr. Yousafzai, Frontiers is a family childcare located in a safe neighborhood in the Flower Hill area of Gaithersburg. We provide nature-based, STEM-focused education and introduce kids to Science concepts earlier in their life. "Dr. Y" is a leading scientist, educator, and Early Childhood Education leader in Maryland and...
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Sunrise Early Learning Center

8306 SHADY SPRING DR GAITHERSBURG, MD

State license verified

Montessori
Waldorf
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
+ 6 more
Serving our community since 2000, Sunrise Early Learning Center is a unique, safe and comfortable environment, where caring and nurturing is a significant part of our daily activities. A highly secured, fun-filled learning environment, where play is also a top priority for the development of the child’s social and school skills....
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Dear Parent(s), Welcome to G. G. Little Angels Day Care located in Gaithersburg/Montgomery Village Area. Our home is a clean, loving and nurturing environment with 14 years experience. I provide daily nutritional meals which includes Breakfast, am and pm snacks. We have Educational Activities, Arts and Crafts and some outside...
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Covenant Life Pre-School

7501 Muncaster Mill Rd Gaithersburg, MD

Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
Covenant Life Pre-School is a licensed child care facility located at 7501 Muncaster Mill Rd, Gaithersburg, MD that is experienced in providing programs that improve their students' academic and character development. Their center believes that a structured learning environment promotes children's proper growth and maturation.
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Veenu's Daycare

17216 Vestry Ct Derwood, MD

4.0(18)
Licensed, US Citizen, providing loving care for more than 25 years. Certified in: First Aid, CPR, Emergency Preparedness, SIDS Awareness. Nutritious homemade meals provided. Customized preschool curriculum. Newborn and up. Full time, part-time, and drop-in care. Non-smoking. No pets. Many references.

Savannah K says "Our son absolutely loved Veenu's and grew tremendously while under her care. He started at around just 3 months old and stayed for over 2 years with...

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Tiny Angels Daycare

9210 Pegasus Court POTOMAC, MD

5.0(8)

State license verified

Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
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. please check our website at: http://www.tinyangelsdaycare.com/ We build positive character traits for your child's development. We emphasize head hands & heart...

Care Member says "As parents, the greatest gift is knowing your child is safe, happy, and well-cared for. Tiny Angels daycare has exceeded all our expectations. We are...

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Carmen's Licensed Childcare

18119 Coachmans Rd Germantown, MD

5.0(2)
Located in Germantown Hours of operation Mon-Fri 7AM-5:30PM Accepting children ages 0-12 First Aid and CPR certified My daycare center provides a safe and fun environment for your child. I can prepare nutritious meals and snacks for your child. During the day I do learning activities such as ABC's, colors, numbers, shapes,...

Janelle F. says "I can not ask for a better provider for my 19 month old daughter! I recently moved to the Germantown area and was nervous about finding a new provider...

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Robin's Nest Child Care

13546 Travilah NORTH POTOMAC, MD

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$2780/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Day Care
In-Home daycare
Preschool
We give developmentally appropriate care to children of all ages. We offer a preschool curriculum and serve nutritious meals. We are rarely closed and afford flexible hours. Situated on two acres of land, our bright 2,220 square foot facility was designed and built to take advantage of the outdoors and the many benefits of a...

Care Member says "We have sent our child to Robin's Nest for the past year and a half. The staff all care about the children and are incredibly friendly and attentive....

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Robin's Nest Child Care

13546 Travilah Rd North Potomac, MD

5.0(15)
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
We give developmentally appropriate care to children of all ages. We offer a preschool curriculum and serve nutritious meals. We are rarely closed and afford flexible hours. Situated on two acres of land, our bright 2,220 square foot facility was designed and built to take advantage of the outdoors and the many benefits of a...

Christian says "Robin's Nest has provided great care for both my daughters for nearly 8 years. The teachers at RN are very kind and caring. They have a well-rounded...

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World of Discovery

13521 CLOPPER RD GERMANTOWN, MD

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1350/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Academic
+ 3 more
World of Discovery was established in January 2021 with a commitment to combine quality childcare with excellence in early childhood education. WOD is devoted to satisfying the diverse needs of families within our community. We approach this by providing optimal opportunities for learning and the highest standard of...

Vickey W. says "World of Discovery has been a very very great organization, a great experience everything has been fabulous ."

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Ameesha Peiris

Knights Ct GERMANTOWN, MD

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$400/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
In-Home daycare
Daycare in Germantown that will take infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. We will be open on weekdays and weekends from 8am-6pm. We will be following the experience learning curriculum for Toddlers and Preschoolers. This curriculum is a monthly curriculum that is filled with activities and hands on learning. We will also be...

Care Member says "We are so thankful to have such a wonderful daycare provider for our two kids. Each day includes craft time, circle time, learning activities, outdoor...

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Family Daycare

12937 Dean Rd. Silver Spring, MD

Family Daycare is a licensed child care provider with 21 years of experience in Montgomery County, MD. We offer a loving, clean and smoke-free home for infants, toddlers, and school age kids. We are open from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday though Friday. We also offer full-time and part-time care with flexible hours and days....
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Little Sproutlings Daycare & Learning Center

17700 Bishops Castle Court Olney, MD

Now conducting tours for immediate INFANT/TODDLER openings. We are an Essential Personnel approved facility strictly following the procedures and guidelines outlined by the Maryland Department of Health and Maryland State Department of Education with an exceptionally clean, warm, nurturing and loving environment. Little...
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Tucker's In Home Child Care

10526 Westlake Dr Apt 301 Bethesda, MD

Outdoor/nature
Child care
In-Home daycare
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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Angelitos Bilingual

15816 Coolidge Ave Silver Spring, MD

Faith based
Special needs
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
+ 3 more
New Bilingual Child Care (English & Spanish) in a nice, clean house and quiet neighborhood. Angelitos is enrolling now kids from newborns to Elementary school ages. All-day - Before and after school daycare. Your child will be keeping busy with a lot of activities and learning every day. Kids will be in a safe, peaceful...
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Marc Station Optimal Learning Ctr

19411 Walter Johnson Rd Germantown, MD

State license verified

International
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
+ 3 more
Accredited beautiful and safe and clean school. Great trained and certified teachers. Friendly staff and great curriculum!
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Chesterbrook Academy

19400 Crystal Rock Drive Germantown, MD

State license verified

Academic
Child care
Preschool
Our preschools combine academic learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. We engage children in ways that help them discover, explore and learn to their fullest potential. Our teachers are dedicated to developing lifelong learners. Our teachers have the sensitivity and knowledge to...
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You can use Care.com to find a drop-in child care center near you in Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg, 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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