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Find Trusted Pre-K Schools Near Me in Highland, MD

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

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Mt Zion Christian Pre School

12430 Scaggsville Rd Highland, MD

< 1 mi

Preschool
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Mt Zion Christian Preschool is an early childhood education center that offers Christian-based child care learning programs for young kids. Located in Highland, Maryland, the company is open to children two years of age up to pre-kindergarten. The company’s curriculum mainly focuses on developing early literacy and STEM (Science, technology, engineering, and math) skills.
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Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Olney)

17717 PRINCE PHILIP DR OLNEY, MD

5.0(1)

5 mi

Academic
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
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 prepared for kindergarten and beyond by developing essential academic, social, and emotional skills for success. Our dedicated teachers support each student, helping them feel valued, confident, and excited to learn!

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

4649 COLUMBIA RD ELLICOTT CITY, MD

5.0(4)

9 mi

Academic
Montessori
Preschool
Child care
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 old, Primary class, children 3 to 5 years old. Each classroom is comprised of the following five areas of learning: Practical Life, Mathematics, Geographic/ Science, Sensorial, and Language. Enrichment programs Spanish, Art, and Yoga. Before care, Aftercare, and Summer Camps.

Michael S. says "We've had a fantastic experience at somos so far this year. Our daughter will be going to kindergarten next year and we fele confident she's prepared...

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Chesterbrook Academy Olney

17717 PRINCE PHILIP DR OLNEY, MD

5.0(1)

5 mi

Academic
Preschool
Day Care
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 advantage of a child’s readiness to learn with activities that are fun, challenging, and engaging. Our dedicated and well-trained teachers work to ensure every child is happy, thriving, and ready for what comes next.

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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Love & Learning Family Childcare

7416 Setting Sun Way Columbia, MD

5.0(1)

6 mi

I am a professional Family Child Care provider in Columbia, MD. Licensed by Maryland State Department of Education with over 12 years of experience in this field. I have completed MMSR certification, 90 hours infant &amp; toddler certification along with 45 hours school age curriculum. I am also First Aid and CPR certified. I am a member of Howard County Family Child Care Association (HCFCCA) and National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC). I am in continuing education program with Howard County. I am providing safe, affordable, high quality, clean, loving and caring supportive play base environment to meet every child's needs through their natural curiosity along with age appropriate activities based on their individual personalities, both indoors and outdoors. I use toddler/pre-k curriculum and provide daily reports to parents. My goal is to prepare and getting them ready for kindergarten.
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ST JOHN'S CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

4629 ASPEN HILL RD ROCKVILLE, MD

5.0(1)

10 mi

starting at
$510/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
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 instruction with a daily emphasis on Christian attitudes. We believe in the power of play and creating confident learners ready for Kindergarten and beyond.

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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North Laurel Little Explorers

9618 PARK AVE LAUREL, MD

5.0(4)

8 mi

starting at
$275/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
In-Home daycare
North Laurel Little Explorers is a licensed in-home daycare and preschool located in North Laurel, MD. We offer high-quality care and early childhood education for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers up to 6 years old, including those with special needs. Open year-round from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, we provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in care. Our curriculum at North Laurel Little Explorers is designed to support early childhood development for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old. We use a curriculum-based approach that emphasizes play-based learning to prepare children for pre-K and kindergarten. Daily activities focus on foundational skills such as shapes, colors, numbers, and early literacy, while fostering social skills and creativity. Our program aims to build a strong academic and social foundation to ensure a smooth transition into school. We emphasize a nurturing environment, safety with CPR and First-aid certifications, and include peanut and tree-nut free meals.

Care Member says "We had a great experience with Ms. Tahira. She cared for our daughter for two years, from the time she was one years old. Her daycare was always kept...

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Kristland Family Daycare

7000 Scotch Drive Laurel, MD

4.7(3)

7 mi

Kristland Family Daycare offers a happy, safe and loving environment for you to leave your child(ren) for the day. Our prices are reasonable and our staff are highly qualified. Our in-home location provides a feeling of security and familiarity for the children. We Offer: - In home care for ages 0 through kindergarten - Preschool curriculum designed to prepare each child for kindergarten - a.m. and p.m. snacks Your child will participate in activities such as: - Circle time - Arts and Craft - Singing and dancing - Show and Tell - Free Play - Special birthday celebrations - And so much more... As a parent you will enjoy: - An open door policy - Daily verbal report - Peace of Mind - A compassionate daycare provider dedicated to you and your little one

Wardian L says "Ms. Rose has a family-oriented daycare. When you go there, the kids are like her own children! The homely feel is uncomparable and the kids love her so...

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A Step Above Day Care

11401 Harding Road Laurel, MD

5.0(1)

6 mi

I have been a nanny to a local family for two years. Recently I decided to expand my business and I am now licensed by the state of Maryland as a family child care provider (this includes CPR/First Aid certification and SIDS training). My home has been in my family for 100 years and my mother was a family child care provider for seven years. The child care area is separate from my family's personal space and has a dedicated entrance and separate facilities (kitchen, bathroom, play areas, nap area). Families have described my child care as being bright, cheerful, engaging, and soothing. Activities include structured lesson plans, crafts, gardening, outdoor activities, circle time, independent play, and much more. I also provide family activities after child care hours. My home is smoke free and our four dogs are contained in our personal space. Children have no contact with the animals and the animals are never in the child care area - this includes the outdoor play space. Child care isn't just about someone watching your child while you are at work. For many children family child care is their first connection with the world outside of home and the first step in the education/socialization process. My role as a child care provided is multifaceted. I have to maintain a safe environment where children feel nurtured and loved and where they can thrive developmentally, scholastically, creatively, and socially. Babies start out learning motor skills, developing their curiosity, and establishing a sense of their surroundings. Toddlers progress to learning fine motor skills, potty training, development of social skills, and self control. Preshoolers start developing skills that will be used to enter kindergarten and that build self confidence through practical successes. To reach all of these milestones I make sure that all activities offer an opportunity to learn a new skill or build upon already acquired skills. Children learn best through play so I provide lots of opportunities for play that results in exposure to math, science, language, and reading. I also provide opportunities to experience art, music, cooking/baking, and gardening as these create opportunities for self expression, creative thinking, and attainment of practical life skills. Hours: M-F 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (some flexibility) full time, before/after school (summer & holiday), & drop in care available Breakfast, lunch & two snacks provided to ages 1+.

Heniek W says "Great, Knowable carring place, send your children here. I highly recommend. Arts and crafts, story tI me and tons of activities for all ages from babies to...

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Eva Marie Leong

6137 QUIET TIMES COLUMBIA, MD

5.0(4)

9 mi

starting at
$1200/mo
Academic
Faith based
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
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Meet Ms. Eva, with over thirty years of experience in Montessori education and child care, she is still providing the utmost passionate and attentive education to her children. Best Montessori School Teacher of Howard County since 1997! Arriving in The U.S in 1991, she had a drive to make a life for her family that was still back in the Philippines. Ms. Eva started working at the Columbia Montessori School in July of that same year. Over the course of two and a half years, she walked to work every day from her humble apartment in rain or snow, heat or brisk weather. Working hard, long hours to gain the financial means to bring her two children (John-Khyle, and Khimee-Louise) and husband (Rodelo) to the U.S. She worked in the Columbia Montessori School for eleven years before giving birth to her last child (Kean-Jared) in the year 2000. For the last 24+ years she has been a home daycare provider utilizing her skills as a teacher. Her husband Rodelo has been a silent hero for her daycare. Being a jack of all trades with his handyman roles as a mechanic, electrician, and especially a great cook. With a few supporting cast members in her early years of daycare being her first born Son Khyle, and daughter Khimee. Creating a compassionate and loving environment are Ms. Eva’s defining traits as a provider. Her dedication to her children is on full display every day. Parents often credit Ms. Eva to how wildly successful their children are going into kindergarten and first grade. Influencing them to be model citizens and caring individuals. If you want to know more about Ms. Eva, please inquire!

Care Member says "We’ve been so happy with our daughter’s care with Ms Eva. She is so sweet and caring, and she has made my child feel comfortable from day one. It’s...

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Barbara Ann Docal

14117 CHADWICK LN ROCKVILLE, MD

5.0(5)

9 mi

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 artwork hanging on the walls. There are many toys and activity sets for infants and toddlers. There is a circle time center and tons of learning curriculum posted. Our space feels like a preschool classroom or learning center, and we use flashcards, posters, books, and more to ensure children are learning. I take pride in having a wonderful childcare space with a kitchen, play area, many arts, and crafts, as well as a spare guest room for napping. Personal Development: I strongly believe in teaching manners and how to be good friends. My goal is to send them off to kindergarten, socially responsible and emotionally mature when they become school aged. I also have a beautiful and very friendly Golden Retriever! COVID Safety: My COVID procedures include using sanitizer spray and wipes throughout the day and washing hands before and after snacks and lunch. I clean my diaper station and other surfaces with bleach and water.

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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Vivi's Family Daycare

4916 ASPEN HILL ROAD Rockville, MD

5.0(4)

9 mi

VIVI'S FAMILY DAYCARE OUR PHILOSOPHY At Vivi's Family Daycare, our goal is to produce, happy, intelligent, well adjusted children. Here you will find a nurturing, educational environment for newborns to children up to 5 years of age. We recognize that each child has unique talents, learning styles and personalities. Children are offered opportunities to explore through play. Gross motor skills and social skills are developed through both structured and unstructured play. The day is filled with educational elements through games, story time, singing songs and much more! Communication between parents and teachers is very important at Vivi's Family Daycare in order to help each child to develop to have a positive self concept to succeed in their future. OBJECTIVES At the end of our program your child 1. Will be socially and academically prepared for kindergarten. 2. Will have a positive self concept. 3. Will be socially prepared and be able to participate in group or individual activities. 4. Will value physical activity and good nutrition. CURRICULUM The children under our care receive lots of both free-play and structured-play throughout each day. During circle time, the children learn to use the calendar including naming months, day and seasons, they have story time, learn to cut with scissors, other areas of study include: number lessons, and counting, color identification, shape recognition, name spelling and writing, learning hoe to hold a pencil, free-play activities are singing and dancing, drawing and coloring doing yoga, and puzzles. They also receive etiquette classes (learning how to use the utensils. Much emphasis is put on social development skills at each age level. we work daily to help the children to learn how to express themselves constructively, play in group and respect. Feel free to contact us:

Care Member says "Vivi’s Day Care has been taking care of my son for the past three years, and I feel so fortunate to have found this place. They are an incredibly caring...

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Discover U Learning Center

907 Briggs Chaney Rd Silver Spring, MD

5 mi

Family Child Care/ Day Care center in Silver Spring, conveniently near Cloverly Elementary School. Now enrolling for January 2020! Enrolling ages 2-5years. Offering researched-based early learning pre-school curriculum. Healthy meals offered! Optional Christian Faith based lessons available! License Number: 256024 Website: www.discoverulearn.com Facebook Page: Facebook.com/discoverulearn
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Kids Kingdom Childcare and Learning Center

9900 Washington Blvd North Laurel, MD

6 mi

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 treated as such. As the welfare and well-being of each child is paramount, we strive to provide holistic support of the child's exclusive requirements and interests in a nurturing, familial environment that fosters the child's development across all developmental domains. We believe that the child develops in an orderly manner by passing through stages of development, which occur in predictable sequential fashion according to his or her physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth. We provide experiences in dramatic play, math, art, science, music, language, pre-reading and pre-writing. These experiences nurture and facilitate growth at each stage of a child's development. Verbal skills are encouraged through group discussions and through one-on-one conversations between teacher and child and among children. These verbal activities enable children to develop the critical-thinking skills necessary to further learning. One of the teacher's roles in this process is to ask the right questions at the right time to spark the interest and desire to pursue a line of inquiry. Partnerships with families provide us with invaluable information relating to cultural backgrounds and heritage. Our teachers strive to build the relationships with families based on co-operation and a mutual respect for the reciprocal roles that each play in the lives of the children. Partnerships with families are developed through daily discussions, newsletters and meetings. Moreover, The Kids Kingdom open door policy aims to facilitate an open flow of communication while maintaining confidentiality and respect of the privacy and wishes of each family, resulting in the highest levels of customer service. Partnerships with industry professionals assist staff development and expansion of the curriculum to meet the individual and collective needs of all children. Needs based on cultural identity, additional support education and medical interventions which all require greater individual knowledge and supported cooperative teams, assures all children are facilitated in an inclusive environment as best as possible.
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Blooming Stars Child Care

9566 Fallen Stone Columbia, MD

8 mi

I am an experienced Maryland licensed Child Care Provider with full background check, CPR and First Aid certification with over 11 years of experience in montessori school. I have completed 90 hours infant &amp; toddler certification along with 45 hours school age curriculum. My child care business is in my smoke free and pet free home. I offer full time care with flexible hours. Infants through school age. My concentration is helping each child develop at their own pace, working on colors, numbers, letters and sharing with one on one interaction. Lots of outdoor play, exercise, arts and crafts, and music. Currently have immediate openings for 2 years and up. I aim to provide safe, affordable, high quality, clean, loving and caring supportive play base environment to meet every child's needs through their natural curiosity along with age appropriate activities based on their individual personalities, both indoors and outdoors. I do provide morning and evening healthy snack. I promote self-help skills, help potty train, and prepare children for Kindergarten, Excellent location close to 29, 32, 175.
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Adda's Play School

18605 Hedgegrove Terr. Olney, MD

6 mi

In-Home daycare
Child care
I have been a licensed Child Care provider for 18 years. My playschools daily activities include crafts, outdoor activities, science, music, story reading, learning numbers and letters and of course playing games with our friends. My playschool offers everything I would want for my own children. Lots of love, patience and fun things to do. My goal is to provide a playschool that gets children ready for kindergarten to learn while playing. To feel safe and happy. I have been certified in CPR, first aid, SIDS, and 90 hours infant and toddlers development. I live in a single family home with a big back yard. I have lots of excellent references.
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Blueprints Academy

8312 Lando Court Gaithersburg, MD

10 mi

Blueprints Academy Preschool and Child Care is a professional child care with an academic emphasis. We offer full-time, part-time and flexible child care options to fit a variety of needs and budgets. Our curriculum includes seven major components including: Integrated Learning, Literacy, Science, Art, Spanish, Individual Instruction, and Imagination Centers. Your Owner and Teacher is a former school teacher with over 20 years of experience teaching early childhood grades. Her credentials also include a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education. The primary focus of our program is for children to learn through hands-on activities and play. Our goal is to prepare children for Kindergarten by giving them a solid foundation in thinking and literacy. Look at our website, blueprintsacademy.com or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/blueprintsacademy.
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Bright Hearts Childcare

2705 Village Lane Silver Spring, MD

8 mi

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 experiences. Activities are carefully planned and implemented in an open- classroom sitting. Children are free to choose from age- appropriate activities including: Art, music, Language Development, Pre- Math Skills, Science and Nature and Dramatic Play. Children develop self - esteem, independence and problem solving skills as they make choices and assist in planning the environment and activities. We offer a high quality bilingual program such as the dual language (English & Spanish). The proficiency in more than one language is a valuable skill to be cultivated in our communities starring in the early ages. My primary goal is for the children to feel safe and secure. Prior to being independent a child must know that he or she can depend on adults and a predictable environment. Children are treated with respect and kindness. I recognize the children develop at different rates and different interest.
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Magical Moments

2601 Urbana Drive Silver Spring, MD

8 mi

Magical Moments is a loving, nurturing environment for young children to learn and play. We prepare children for kindergarten and use play/learning activities to engage them. We have several indoor and outdoor activities in our single family home. We are located in a safe area conveniently located one block away from Glenmont Metro station.
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Komala Home Daycare

9812 Robinson Blvd. Laurel, MD

6 mi

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 others with what they need. This is a non-smoker and pet free environment. My aim is to nurture them through both physical and mental growth. My curriculum is play based, and daily Preschool activities including reading and writing skills, recognition and conceptual understanding of numbers and language, learning shapes, colors and nursery rhymes. Children learn through singing, dancing toys, books, and repetition oral exercises. My curriculum prepares children with a head start to succeed in Kindergarten. Your children will be kept engaged and happy with our fun, all encompassing developmental activities. My home daycare is a large, safe, outdoor playing area.
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Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Olney)

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.

Somos Early Learning

We've had a fantastic experience at somos so far this year. Our daughter will be going to kindergarten next year and we fele confident she's...

- Michael S.

Chesterbrook Academy Olney

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.

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

Pre-k programs in Highland, 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 Highland, 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 Highland, 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 Highland, 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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