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Faith Early Learning Center, LLC

My son attended Faith Early Learning Center for about 2 years and returned for summer care after his kindergarten year of school. His...

- Stephanie F.

Lumbini's Child Day Care

Great learning curriculum, does not do well with infants and children get little to no time outside.

- Christopher S.

ST. JAMES CHILDREN'S SCHOOL

My 4 year old and 18 month old boys have attended St. James Children’s School since last August and have both had very positive experiences...

- Jackie B.

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Adda's Play School

18605 Hedgegrove Terr. Olney, MD

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...
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CommuniKids Language Immersion Preschool and Children's Language Center

4719 Wisconsin Ave. NW Washington, DC

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
International
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
CommuniKids Language Immersion Preschool began as a small, parent-run cooperative preschool in 2003 and has developed into the Region's premier children's language center and preschool. At CommuniKids, we prepare young children to become the global citizens of tomorrow while immersing them in a second language. We have our own...
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Faith Early Learning Center, LLC

4208 BRIGGS CHANEY RD BELTSVILLE, MD

4.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$840/mo
Academic
Faith based
Child care
We offer a full time Pre-K program for children ages 4-5 and an alternative to Kindergarten program.

Stephanie F. says "My son attended Faith Early Learning Center for about 2 years and returned for summer care after his kindergarten year of school. His reading and math...

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Lumbini's Child Day Care

13113 Dumbarton Drive Rockville, MD

3.0(1)
I have an AMI Montessori Diploma and a Montgomery County License. I accept children from newborn to all ages. Children in my Daycare will be doing many activities to prepare them for Pre-K such as: Numbers, Letters, Colors, Sounds, Days of The Week, Writing, Arts & Craft and many more.

Christopher S. says "Great learning curriculum, does not do well with infants and children get little to no time outside."

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ST. JAMES CHILDREN'S SCHOOL

11815 SEVEN LOCKS RD POTOMAC, MD

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$2510/mo
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
St. James’ Children’s School offers a year-round, extended day program for Infants through Pre-Kindergarten. Our school has achieved a Maryland EXCELS quality rating Level 3 by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). St. James’ Children’s School has attained this rating based on nationally recognized standards and...

Jackie B. says "My 4 year old and 18 month old boys have attended St. James Children’s School since last August and have both had very positive experiences over the last...

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Keep It Simple Family Child Care

506 Pickwick Village Way Silver Spring, MD

5.0(2)
Infant to Toddler Family Child Care. Home-like setting. Learning basic ABC;s , 1 2 3's, Colors and Social Skills....preparing for Child Care Center / Pre-Kindergarten Grandmother in business since June 1982.

Ann L. says "We are saddened to be leaving as Keep It Simple is closing it's doors (temporarily?) while Ms Cynthia recovers from a serious car accident. We wish only the...

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Montgomery Child Care Association Ashburton/Wyngate

10010 Fernwood Road Bethesda, MD

5.0(1)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Montgomery Child Care Association of Ashburton and Wyngate located at 10010 Fernwood Road, Bethesda, Maryland, offers 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...

Julie K. says "This is a very well run center, the staff are wonderful - caring and experienced, healthy snacks, well structured activities. My kids went to before and...

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The Family Academy of Bethesda

4324 Montgomery Ave. Bethesda, MD

5.0(3)
Academic
Montessori
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
+ 2 more
The Family Academy of Bethesda is a warm and loving Childcare and Early Education Center. It is located in a converted house in the heart of beautiful Downtown Bethesda. Being in a house gives the center a home-like atmosphere, which eases the child from his or her home into the early educational environment. The Family Academy...

Care Member says "So much love for the Family Academy. Our son attended here for years, starting from the time he was 6 months old. Each classroom was led by caring,...

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Caritas Felice's Family Daycare

1517 Gridley Lane Silver Spring, MD

5.0(21)
At Caritas Felice's Family Daycare, we provide high-quality in-home care and early childhood education for infants to 6 years. With over 20 years of experience, we offer a loving and safe environment for your child that fosters physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. We believe in a play-based approach where...

Care Member says "This is the most thoughtful and well run daycare you can find."

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Monarch Preschool, College Park

9606 50th Avenue College Park, MD

5.0(3)
Academic
Special needs
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Monarch Preschool College Park is a high-quality, project-based learning pre-kindergarten for children ages 3-5. A place where care is not passive. Spaces, curriculum and teachers are all active, engaged and helping children apply their learning to real world issues. We expect to foster a life-long love of learning, focusing on...

Wendy says "Our son has been attending Monarch since they first opened in June. We love it there! Every staff member we've interacted with has been friendly and...

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Sherrie's Day Care

1305 Alderton Lane Silver Spring, MD

5.0(1)
Over 10 years experience as a licensed day care provider. I have a love and passion for children and a desire to provide them with a safe, fun, educational environment. From infants to kindergarten. Provides breakfast, snack, lunch and snack. Follows Montgomery Country nutritional guidelines. Works with children in preparation...

Sherridan R. says "Sherridon is great with children. I've known her for over 20 years and watched her care for infants and toddlers. She's patient and caring. If I had...

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The Julia Brown Schools

1300 Milestone Dr Silver Spring, MD

5.0(2)
Academic
Montessori
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
We are family owned and operated since 1967. The Julia Brown Schools are certified by Office of Child Care and the Maryland State Department of Education. We use the traditional Montessori method of teaching our students. We serve children ages 18 months - 9 years of age. We offer a toddler program, Preschool, Kindergarten...

G.L. says "I have two daughters, aged 12 and 5. My 12 year old attended The Julia Brown Montessori Schools from age 2 through the 3rd grade. She is currently in the 7th...

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Academic Center, LLC

6800 Dillon Ave Mc Lean, VA

We offer both Pre-K and Kindergarten for lottery siblings. We make sure that your child is developmentally ready to learn and participate in the classroom. How do we do it? Set up a daily program (visit our site for the daily schedule) Time to play indoors and outdoors Academic work (reading, writing, and math) Art and...
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Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
The Dorothy I. Height CAPCS Early Childhood program provides a childcare program in Washington, DC. 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. The CAPCS Early Childhood Program...
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Our Lady of Mercy Preschool

9222 Kentsdale Drive Potomac, MD

Preschool
Child care
Our Lady of Mercy Preschool in Potomac, MD offers a curriculum for kids from pre-K through 8th grade. Their subjects cover Religion, Math, Social Studies, Science, etc. They provide early childhood screening materials, observations, and one-on-one interactions with the children. They feature teaching styles that give optimal...
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Childtime-Bethesda

4550 Montgomery Ave Bethesda, MD

Child care
Childtime located in Bethesda MD 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, Preschool, Pre-K/K Prep. The center teachers are CPR and first aid trained and offers a fun, safe...
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Preschool
Child care
Academy Child Development Center - Washington Grove Center located in Gaithersburg, MD was founded in July 1981 by Marilyn Fleetwood. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age- appropriate contexts ages from Infant, Toddler, Tiny...
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Educare Washington, DC

301 Rhode Island Ave Nw Washington, DC

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Educare of Washington, DC provides a preschool and an extended care program. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Educare accepts infants, toddlers, and pre-Kindergarten...
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Early Learner Academy

474 RIDGE ST NW WASHINGTON, DC

State license verified

starting at
$425/mo
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
At Early Learners Academy each child learns so much from identifying letters and words, making letter and sound connections, using writing tools, building relationships, responding to text and the next thing we know they are kindergarten prepped. Seeing them conquer their own personal goals such as climbing up a latter, learning...
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Gates of Discovery Preschool

16620 Georgia Avenue Olney, MD

Preschool
Child care
Gates of Discovery Preschool is a state-licensed early education facility offering programs and services designed for pre-kindergarten children. They accept students who are between the ages of two and five years old. Gates of Discovery Preschool uses a play-based curriculum to support the holistic growth and learning of their...
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FAQs for finding a pre-k near you in Kensington, MD

Pre-k programs in Kensington, 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 Kensington, 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 Kensington, 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 Kensington, 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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