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We have 60 pre-k schools in Ellicott City, MD! Compare and find the best pre-k school to fit your needs.

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Happy Home Childcare

4630 Panacea Rd Pikesville, MD

As a Kindergarten teacher, I'm looking to create a daycare that gives your child personal and individualized care and the educational foundation to get them ready for preschool. There will be daily fun activities that include arts and crafts, free-play, structured play, music, song and dance, coloring, painting, and various...
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Let's Start Smart

Ridge Road And Arundel Mills Blvd Hanover, MD

Preschool
In-Home daycare
Let's Start Smart (LSS) is targeted toward Stay-at-Home-Moms and moms who are Homeschoolers of toddlers, all of whom would enjoy the availability of part-time preschool classes. The ideal classes would offer the moms a few hours of peace to themselves as well as the camaraderie of other moms! LSS offers part-time preschool...
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Kids Kingdom Childcare and Learning Center

9900 Washington Blvd North Laurel, MD

Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
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 should be viewed, respected and...
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Komala Home Daycare

9812 Robinson Blvd. Laurel, MD

My name is Komala, licensed for 8 children, home daycare provider is located at Laurel, Howard County. I have been in this business since 2010. I worked with Infants and Toddlers for 2 years in Montessori. I am reliable, responsible, patient, kind, love kids and am a caring person. Like to give my best and doing best to help...
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Under The Sea Day Care

8032 Red Jacket Way Jessup, MD

Under the Sea Day Care in Jessup Maryland in the Kings Contrivance area. My name is Gabriella Ellauri-Peacock, I am the owner of Under the Sea Day Care and have been doing childcare for 13 years. I have 5 children of my own ranging from 17 to 12 years old (2 are step-childten). We do have 2 family dogs. A wonderful Chihuahua...
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Stepping Stones Family Childcare

362 Greenlow Road Catonsville, MD

I am a state certified teacher who recently left the public school system to open my own family daycare! I offer a preschool curriculum, kindergarten readiness, weekly thematic units, outdoor exploration, & much more in a nurturing environment. I have experience working with a variety of ages & developmental levels. In...
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Hilltop Early Learning Center

12121 Linden Linthicum Lane Clarksville, MD

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Hilltop Child Care Center is non-profit, christian pre-school providing care and education for children ages 3-5. Our certified and degreed staff have years of experience developing and providing exciting opportunities to promote social, cognitive, physical and spiritual learning. We offer a Fall and Summer program so care is...

Jen R. says "Much better than the daycare we went to before. I feel like the teachers know my kid better, and interact with him more. I like that they get a lot of...

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Preschool
Child care
Campfield Head Start offers a comprehensive child development program that focuses on school-readiness of children. It provides preschoolers with educational programs that prepare them physically, emotionally, socially and intellectually for kindergarten. Campfield Head Start is open from Mondays through Fridays, 8:00 AM to 4:30...

David J says "I only hear good things about the head start program I have to"

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Childtime-Baltimore

31 Hopkins Plz Baltimore, MD

Preschool
Child care
Childtime located in Baltimore, MD is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts from Infants, Toddlers, Twos/Early Preschool and...
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Perryville Early Learning Center

304D Aiken Ave P.O. Box 253 Baltimore, MD

Our philosophy: Our goal is to consistently provide quality childcare and strong educational beginning. We believe that children are as precious as jewels and should be nurtured with tender loving care. Mission: To provide children a secure, caring, and stimulating, environment in which to grow and mature emotionally,...
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Bethel Christian Academy Campus

SavageGuilford Road Savage, MD

State license verified

Preschool
Child care
Pre-school-8th grade academically excellent program, in a caring Christian Community
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W R Christian Day Care Center, Incorporated

1125 Appleton St Baltimore, MD

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
The WR Christian Day Care Center provides a childcare program in Baltimore, Maryland. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination in a Christian environment. The WR Christian Day...
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Brookfield Christian School

6347 Ten Oaks Rd Clarksville, MD

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Established in 1998, Brookfield Christian School located in Clarksville, MD independent Christian School focused on academic achievement in a caring and fun-filled environment. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential from Infant, Toddler, Pre-School, Kindergarten, School-Age, Summer...
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Learn N Fun Pre-School and Child Daycare

1411 Glenwilde Road  Baltimore, MD

-Certified Child Development Program -Warm & Caring Environment -Pre-k curriculum -Convenient Location -Voucher Accepted Ages 1 Month to 12 years Hours- 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Before & After School (Woodbridge & Johnnycake Elementary are Local Schools) Serving breakfast, A.M. snack, and lunch Available:...
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Relay Children's Center

1620 South Rolling Road Halethorpe, MD

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
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Relay Children's Center is a nonprofit organization proudly serving children from 2-12 years old for over 30 years. We educate and enrich students in our 2, 3, & Pre-K programs as well as our before and aftercare programs. We allow parents to have the peace of mind that their child is having a positive learning experience in...
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Friendship Adventist Daycare

901 Andover Rd Linthicum Heights, MD

In-Home daycare
Child care
Friendship Adventist Daycare is a non-profit organization that is affiliated with the Seventh Day Adventist Church offering early care and education programs to children 2 years old and up. The company offers academic programs for pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and elementary students. The center focuses on each child’s...
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Hampden Christian School

1234 W 36TH ST BALTIMORE, MD

State license verified

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Day Care
Now (9/20/22) accepting applications for enrollment in our Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st grades. We grow flourishing children who love God, who are grounded in bedrock character and equipped with 21st century skills. Our location offers plenty of outdoor space and light-filled classrooms. Aftercare is available only for students...
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Child care
The Greater Pikesville Recreation Council, Inc. is currently offering Discovery Pre-K as well as Before & After School Cay Care for School Age Children programs for the 2012-2013 school year at Winand Elementary School.
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Safe In His Arms Family Child Care

5670 Stevens Forest Rd. Columbia, MD

At Safe In His Arms, your child will participate in developmentally-appropriate activities throughout their stay, such as: Story Time Show and Tell Puzzles and Games Computer Time Arts and Crafts Music Pre-Reading Activities Scheduled Field Trips And much more. You can...
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Meade Village Head Start

2311 Harman Ave Baltimore, MD

Preschool
Child care
Meade Village Head Start offers a comprehensive child development program for children of families living in poverty. It is located at 2311 Harman Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland. The program is designed to prepare preschoolers for kindergarten by providing them education, health and nutrition, counseling and other social services...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Ellicott City, MD

Pre-k programs in Ellicott City, 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 Ellicott City, 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 Ellicott City, 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 Ellicott City, 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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