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Mel's Little Ones Daycare

Ms Mel is very great with kids and she teaches them a lots of stuff and get them ready for pre-k. she takes very good care of my sons and...

- Melodie C.

Share & Love FDC

This has been my son's home away from home for most of his life - since 2019. He is now 3.5 yrs old but he began with Fabi when he was 3...

- Danielle H.

Chesterbrook Academy Gaithersburg

We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and...

- Christine K.

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Glory Day Care

6716 Garrett Rd Derwood, MD

I was born and lived in Lima, Peru for 35 years. I graduated in Industrial engineer at Federico Villarreal University in Lima Peru. After immigrating to the United States of America, I went back to college (Broward Community College) and started taking English classes. Later, I received another bachelor's degree in Mathematics...
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Mel's Little Ones Daycare

20573 Lowfield Dr Germantown, MD

4.0(1)
Mel's Daycare we empower children for success. Our Daycare Readiness Pathway Offers Specialized Curriculum and developmentally appropriate programs for infants through Pre-K.

Melodie C. says "Ms Mel is very great with kids and she teaches them a lots of stuff and get them ready for pre-k. she takes very good care of my sons and others that is...

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Share & Love FDC

20320 Cabana Dr Germantown, MD

5.0(9)
Share & Love is a Multicultural and Bilingual program for children between 6 weeks and 13 years of age. Our objective is to offer parents a safe, loving, and trustworthy environment where they may leave their children for childcare, and where children will be able to speak and learn Spanish in addition to English. We are...

Danielle H. says "This has been my son's home away from home for most of his life - since 2019. He is now 3.5 yrs old but he began with Fabi when he was 3 months old. She...

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Chesterbrook Academy Gaithersburg

10 Kent Gardens Circle GAITHERSBURG, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Preschool
For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. We combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment – offering far more than just child care. Through our Links to Learning curriculum, children are...

Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely...

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Somos Early Learning

13700 SCHAEFFER RD GERMANTOWN, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Somos Early Learning School it is a Montessori and Bilingual program, we are consistent with the belief that next to learning from their own experience, the child learns best from other children, the Montessori lessons promote independence and cooperative learning. We offer two programs: Pre-primary class, children 2 to 3 years...

Care Member says "Somos is a wonderful place where my daughter enjoys to be. The Montessori philosophy has helped in her independence. The teachers and Director care...

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Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Olney)

17717 PRINCE PHILIP DR OLNEY, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. We combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment – offering far more than just child care. Through our Links to Learning curriculum, children are...

Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely...

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Chesterbrook Academy Germantown

19400 Crystal Rock Dr GERMANTOWN, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Preschool
For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. We combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment – offering far more than just child care. Through our Links to Learning curriculum, children are...

Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely...

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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 Maryland's Exel and will be accepting...

Helene E. says "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...

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ST. MARY SCHOOL (PRESCHOOL)

600 VEIRS MILL RD ROCKVILLE, MD

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1070/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Academic
Kindergarten
Preschool
St. Mary’s Catholic School is an educational institution affiliated with the Archdiocese of Washington. The school was founded in 1951 by the Sisters of Mercy and is an integral part of St. Mary’s Parish. As a parochial school, our aim has been to educate the whole child through a rigorous program that focuses on faith,...

Jolie S. says "My daughter has thrived at St. Mary’s. The teachers and staff are knowledgeable and experienced. The staff and teachers are talented, educated, and hold...

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Chesterbrook Academy Olney

17717 PRINCE PHILIP DR OLNEY, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for Toddlers through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...

Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely...

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Chesterbrook Academy Germantown

19400 CRYSTAL ROCK DR GERMANTOWN, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for Toddlers through Pre-Kindergarten, takes...

Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely...

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Family Child Care

12217 Morning Light Terr Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(6)
Home care at Amiguitos in Gaithersburg, Spanish immersion license: 254861. Personalized care for your children with the tenderness and love of the mother, in a family environment, safe and comfortable. Open from 7:30 a.m. at 5:30 p.m. We implement age-appropriate games and are in constant communication with parents throughout...

Val O says "Fantastic family day care! As a first-time mother not really having a clue about what to do, Elizabeth and Noemi basically filled in all the gaps, and I'm...

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World of Discovery

13521 CLOPPER RD GERMANTOWN, MD

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1350/mo
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
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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Barbara Ann Docal

14117 CHADWICK LN ROCKVILLE, MD

5.0(4)

State license verified

Hello, and welcome to My Little Angels daycare of 20 years, where we teach a comprehensive curriculum. Our program offers a true early childhood education environment where our students learn numbers, colors, shapes, sing songs, enjoy creating crafts, and story time. Our facility is bright with students’ family pictures and...

Care Member says "Barbara Ann was great with our toddler and very attentive to his needs. We appreciate how personable and flexible she is, and all of her wonderful...

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Rock Spring Children's Center

10401 Fernwood Road Bethesda, MD

4.0(10)
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
Rock Spring Children's Center is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), child care organization with the mission of providing affordable, quality child care to families of the local community. It serves over 130 local families and employs over 30 dedicated and loving child care professionals. The Center meets its mission by using its...

Care Member says "Rock Spring Children’s Center is hands down the best! I have two children who have been through their program. Their teachers are caring, dedicated, and...

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Luz' Day Care

13112 Pickering Dr. Germantown, MD

5.0(4)
Family daycare provider with over 20 years of experience. I take care of children 0- 12 in my home full time and before and after school. I will get them potty trained and ready for preschool or kindergarten, daily activities include outdoor place.

Care Member says "I love the Daycare, they have different programs and my son love it"

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Bright Hearts Childcare

2705 Village Lane Silver Spring, MD

5.0(5)
B.H.C.C. is based on the child development model which incorporate the theories of the great philosophers of Piaget, Vygosky, Erikson, Gardner and others. Learning through play is viewed as the cornerstone of the curriculum. Here children are giving the opportunity to explore materials and participate in variety of...

Katie L. says "When I went looking for care for my infant son, it was important to me to find a provider who would regularly read to him. Bright Hearts does that and so...

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ST JOHN'S CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

4629 ASPEN HILL RD ROCKVILLE, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$510/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
St. John's Christian Preschool is a non-profit organization and an outreach of St. John's Lutheran Church. The preschool was established for the purpose of promoting the mental, physical, emotional, social and spiritual growth of children. The professional staff supervises and guides the children through a program of play and...

Elaine S. says "We have had a great experience at St. John’s over the past three years. We have three girls who have attended and they love going to school! The teachers...

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AUNTIE'S HOUSE HOME DAYCARE

1009 Southern Night Ln Gaithersburg, MD

5.0(1)
Academic
In-Home daycare
I know how important it is to choose daycare providers whom you can trust and with which you feel at ease. Peace of mind at work is worth the time you put into finding the arrangement you feel comfortable with. As a provider, I want to diminish the stress and responsibility associated with having to work. I offer the daycare...

Care Member says "My child attends the AUNTIE'S HOUSE HOME DAYCARE which is simply amazing. The environment is incredibly loving and nurturing, and it’s clear that the...

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Angels' Place Childcare

14113 Gallop Terrace Germantown, MD

5.0(19)
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Academic
+ 3 more
Angels' Place ChildCare is a reputable, warm and nurturing home-based child care program that runs like a professional center. The owner, Ms. R., has graduate-level education, is also a college professor, as well as a CPR/First Aid instructor - a definite advantage! There are 3 full-time providers at Angels' Place ChildCare,...

Care Member says "My son has been coming to Angels' Place Childcare since he was 3 months old. My child never cries during drop-offs and is usually smiling when I pick...

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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Derwood, MD

Pre-k programs in Derwood, MD offer an opportunity to introduce your child to school activities, develop social skills, and foster an enthusiasm for learning. Early exposure to education, including math, science, and language arts provides pre-k students with important foundations for the rest of their academic career. Pre-k also teaches kids important life skills such as sharing and caring for others and independence from home. Many parents find pre-k essential to developing the necessary skills to succeed in a classroom setting!

We recommend checking whether pre-k is mandatory or voluntary in Derwood, MD, as well as reviewing pre-k curriculum at your top choices to make sure it meets your child's needs. You should be prepared to ask questions around the staff's qualifications, safety standards, extracurricular activities and hours of operation, and of course, tuition costs.

Many parents believe pre-k is an important step for young learners, teaching them essential education and social skills. The pre-k curriculum near you in Derwood, MD typically includes activities such as creative expression, physical development, emergent reading and pre-math/counting lessons. Socially, students are encouraged to practice problem solving and to develop positive relationships with their peers. All pre-k classes provide developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each age level of young children, and each center will have their own approach. Be sure to ask for any specific subjects or fundamentals you have in mind!

Pre-k is designed to give children get a jump start on their education journey, and most pre-k programs near you in Derwood, MD programs begin teaching basic math, writing and language arts skills. On top of this, pre-k teachers also use social and emotional experiences to ensure the students are well-prepared to enter school and develop their interpersonal skills. How a pre-k approaches these areas will vary, but you can count on a well-rounded approach to learning and development with these tenents in mind.

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