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Pre-K Schools in Fort Washington, MD are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed pre-k schools

River View Daycare

Ms. Carmen offers a curriculum that more than prepared my kindergartner for school. She is exceptional with children, always treating my...

- Jami C

Elders Inc. Childcare Center

I absolutely love this daycare center

- Mesha

EVANGEL DAYCARE

I would like to share a testimony that exemplifies the level of education and solid foundation D was awarded while he attended Evangel...

- Care member

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River View Daycare

406 South Parrot Drive Fort Washington, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Every child is special and each one is an individual and here at River View Daycare we ensure we tailor the care we provide to suit each child. Our goal is to provide an excellent level of care to children by working with parents, providing a loving home-like environment and educational resources for every stage of learning...

Jami C says "Ms. Carmen offers a curriculum that more than prepared my kindergartner for school. She is exceptional with children, always treating my kids as her own. We...

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Elder's Childcare Center

9105 Oxon Hill Road Fort Washington, MD

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Elder's Childcare Center is a childcare program that focuses on providing full services to working parents, with emphasis on convenient hours, as well as educational and social skills development. Our preschool program will prepare children for kindergarten. This will be accomplished through a moral base educational curriculum...
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Elders Inc. Childcare Center

9105 Oxon Hill Rd Fort Washington, MD

4.3(6)

State license verified

Faith based
Academic
Child care
Preschool
Elder's Childcare Center is a childcare program that focuses on providing full services to working parents, with emphasis on convenient hours, as well as educational and social skills development. Our preschool program will prepare children for kindergarten. This will be accomplished through a moral base educational curriculum...

Mesha says "I absolutely love this daycare center"

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Above and Beyond Family Child Care opened January 2010. I have more than 30 years of experience in rearing my own children and in providing care for children. My mission is to provide an inclusive environment where a mixed-age group of children with different learning styles can all learn together in a least restrictive...
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Little Busy Bee

8001 Allentown Rd Fort Washington, MD

Child care
Preschool
Little Busy Bee is an early learning center located at 8001 Allentown Road, Fort Washington, Maryland and offers preschool, pre-kindergarten and school-age programs. It offers a safe and clean environment and a staff of professionals that strives to meet the children's developmental needs. Little Busy Bee is open Mondays through...
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Paragon Tutoring Service

2429 Mary Place Fort Washington, MD

Tutoring - K-12 - All Subjects AFTER SCHOOL - WEEKENDS -SUMMER TUTORING CAMP SAT - HSA - MSA - Etc. Science Projects Amazing Results! Experience 8 years Limited Space - Contact Today
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EVANGEL DAYCARE

5900 OLD BRANCH AVE TEMPLE HILLS, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$1360/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Kindergarten
Preschool
+ 1 more
Your child will learn many things about God’s world and will develop language skills with the help of many animal friends. Workbooks have been designed and prepared especially with your child in mind. Coloring, painting and gluing will help develop manual skills and stories, poetry, and music will aid in the development of...

Care Member says "I would like to share a testimony that exemplifies the level of education and solid foundation D was awarded while he attended Evangel Daycare. He...

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The Goddard School of Alexandria

1703 N Beauregard Street Alexandria, VA

4.9(32)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
The Goddard Schools are the #1 rated private preschool system in the United States with over 530 schools nationwide. Our school will serve infants through Pre-K students. We are located at 1703 N Beauregard St. The school is currently being constructed and we plan to be up and running between December and January. The...

Care Member says "Ms Michelle is fantastic! She knows the families inside and out and loves every child in her classroom! "

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Learning Station Childcare, Llc

18436 Shanna Dr Accokeek, MD

5.0(2)

State license verified

At Learning Station Childcare we consider your child a part of our extended family. We aren't just a daycare, we are your child's "home away from home". We believe education is the key that will unlock many doors, that is why we offer Kindergarten Prep with a focus on our Early Readers Program. We all learn...

Meredith B. says "Takeeva has been caring for both of my children since birth my oldest Logan is 10 and she absolutely loves Takeeva. We have frequent drop ins. My...

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The Little Home Daycare

6007 Southward Way Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
The Little Home Daycare is a state licensed home daycare located in the heart of Kingstowne, VA. With over 15 years of experience, we provide care and education for children, ages 6 weeks to 6 years (infants to kindergarten). Our program provides loving, age-appropriate, safe, and creative learning environments that promote...

Catherine C says "Outstanding, professional, patient and kind child care with flexibility and support for working parents. My daughter started at 2 months old and stayed...

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Chesterbrook Academy Alexandria

6200 INTER PARCEL RD ALEXANDRIA, VA

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
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...
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LILY PAD AT METRO PARK

6361 WALKER LN # C-110 ALEXANDRIA, VA

State license verified

starting at
$1408/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Child care
Lily Pad at Metro Park is conveniently located in Alexandria, Virginia, one block from the Franconia Springfield Parkway. We have been in the community since 2010 and as our families can attest, we are well known for our lovely home-like environment and dedicated long term staff. Lily Pad uses the Frog Street curriculum to...
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The Play Room @ The Living Water School

2200 Culbera Drive Hillcrest Heights, MD

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
+ 2 more
The Play Room @ The Living Water School is a free and creative learning space for ages 2 to 4. The founder, Anika (a former principal), is completing her PhD in education at the University of Maryland and has developed a unique Christ-centered school for ages Pre K 2 through high school where students receive a very...
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Monarch Montessori School

218 E MONROE AVE ALEXANDRIA, VA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
+ 3 more
Welcome to Monarch Montessori School! We're glad that you're considering Monarch for your preschool and elementary school needs! We believe that each child has different gifts, challenges and styles of learning. At Monarch Montessori, each child's individual path is recognized and celebrated. Our Philosophy​ Every...
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Arlington Unitarian Cooperative Preschool

4444 Arlington Blvd Arlington, VA

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Arlington Unitarian Cooperative Preschool is a child-centered, cooperative preschool with a play-based curriculum that promotes curiosity and builds self-confidence. We are a half-day program with classes meeting weekdays from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., serving infants through Pre-Kindergarten children (number of days per week...
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Stanford Day School Home Daycare

7023 Stanford Dr Alexandria, VA

I am a licensed kindergarten teacher with Alexandria City Public Schools. After ten years in the classroom, I have decided to stay home with my two children (1.5 and 3.5 years) and open a home daycare for toddlers and preschool aged children. Our program is perfect for working families whose children are ready for a little more...
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St Jude's Family Childcare Home

104 S. IRIS ST Alexandria, VA

St. Jude's Family Child Care Home in Alexandria is a year-round home-based program. Our family child care program is run by Miriam Ayala. We are open from 6:30 am until 11:00 pm and care for children as young as 0 months through 12 years. We offer CDA based programs and full-time kindergarten, as well as summer camp. We offer...
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iSprout S.T.E.A.M Academy

1601 13th Road South Arlington, VA

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Academic
+ 5 more
iSprout STEAM Academy is a safe and healthy space for children to learn, grow and explore. Our preschool and kindergarten prep programs provide cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth through the lens of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math through Play. iSprout STEAM Academy is open from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.
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Loving Hands Enrichment Center

9511 Foxcroft Ave Clinton, MD

3.0(1)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
The Loving Hands Enrichment Center provides a childcare program in Clinton, 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 using the Mother Goose Time curriculum. The...

Alicia says "My nephew attended loving hands at the age of 2.5- 3 years old and he was not potty trained nor talking much. Mrs. Tanya and staff worked with him and got...

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Beacon Hill Academy

2704 Beacon Hill Rd Alexandria, VA

5.0(1)
Child care
Beacon Hill Academy located at 2704 Beacon Hill Road, Alexandria, Virginia, provides basic childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It offers before- and after- school programs, including summer camps and winter breaks. The school is open from six-thirty AM...

Tamela F says "Excellent Child Care. Lots of creative learning with Teachers who care, have common sense and care for your children."

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

Pre-k programs in Fort Washington, 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 Fort Washington, 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 Fort Washington, 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 Fort Washington, 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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