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400 MEADOW CREEK DR WESTMINSTER, MD

11 mi

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Welcome to Young School of Meadow Creek, a leader in early education and trusted daycare in Westminster, MD, offering Infant Daycare, Preschool, and Pre-K programs that inspire confidence and curiosity in every child. Our dedicated teachers create a warm, supportive environment that prepares children for lifelong learning. Conveniently located at 400 Meadow Creek Dr, Westminster, MD 21158, near McDaniel College and Route 140, we proudly serve families in Westminster, Hampstead, and Eldersburg.…
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6 Park Ave SHREWSBURY, PA

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11 mi

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At Miss Stephanie's House, big adventures come in small packages! We create a fun, engaging, and imaginative space where children can explore, make friends, and learn through hands-on play. From colorful classrooms to caring teachers, every part of our daycare is designed to spark happiness and growth.
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2323 Hanover Pike HAMPSTEAD, MD

3 mi

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Celebree School of Hampstead provides daycare in Hampstead, MD, for infants through Pre-K, along with before- and after-school care for school-age children. Our preschool offers infant care, toddler care, and early learning childcare programs in a safe, nurturing environment where children feel supported and encouraged. Through a research-based, play-driven curriculum, we help children build confidence, independence, and a love of learning, while creating a welcoming school community for…
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19810 MIDDLETOWN RD FREELAND, MD

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8 mi

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We are a Prettyboy Recreation before/after school program based out of Prettyboy Elementary School. We service children grades K-5. We are open 6:30-8:30am and 3:30-6:00pm.
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Jennifer W. says "We love Homebase. All of the teachers are wonderful! They have a wide range of toys and activities to keep the kids active and entertained."

ALLEN WAY WESTMINSTER, MD

8 mi

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My goal is to provide a warm and inviting environment to each child in my care. The learning box curriculum is used to ensure preparation for kindergarten and beyond. Reading activities are stimulated through art projects. Math and science lessons are integrated into the daily routine.
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49 Red Rock Run Hanover, PA

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10 mi

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REGISTERED DAY CARE - There when you can't be. *Licensed Quality Home Daycare *Infant & Child CPR/First Aid Certified *Safe, Nurturing Environment *Full and Part Time Care *Age Appropriate/Preschool Activities *Large Fenced Yard with Swing Set *Quiet Neighborhood *South Hanover, 5 min from MD Line *South Western School District Sugarboot Lane Daycare opened in 2011, initially as a way to spend more time with my daughter before she headed off to school. It became that, and much more. This is…
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Care Member says "Miss Helen is absolutely amazing! My daughter has been enrolled for 2 years and can’t wait to go see her and all her friends each day. She has learned SOOO much, and they are always doing fun activities. Knowing she is cared for and loved makes my momma heart happy when I can’t be with her. You will feel like family walking in the door and Sugarboot Lane Family Daycare is hands down the best!"
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492 GOLDENROD TER WESTMINSTER, MD

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10 mi

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Lindsay R. says " "Only reason it is a 4 instead of a 5 is they took away providing lunch." "

444 WMC Drive WESTMINSTER, MD

11 mi

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Celebree School of Westminster provides daycare in Westminster, MD, for infants through Pre-K, along with before- and after-school care for school-age children. Our MSDE accredited preschool offers infant care, toddler care, and early learning childcare programs in a safe, nurturing environment where children feel supported and encouraged. Through a research-based, play-driven curriculum, we help children build confidence, independence, and a love of learning, while creating a welcoming school…
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2 Park St Shrewsbury, PA

11 mi

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The Imagination Station in Shrewsbury, PA is offering an all-inclusive, caring, and safe atmosphere for kindergarten and preschool children from Mondays to Fridays. They allow the students to learn and explore their surroundings in a state-licensed, relaxed, and loving environment. They nurture the children's spirit while promoting a healthy self-esteem with a maximum capacity of 76 children.
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518 South Main Street Shrewsbury, PA

11 mi

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We provide care for children, 6 weeks through 11 years of age. Our priorities are the well-being of your child and providing a quality education in a nurturing environment. We also provide a summer camp filled with fun activities, along with exciting in-house field trips!
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4713 BUTLER RD GLYNDON, MD

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15 mi

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Welcome to Glyndon United Methodist School. Established in 1970, our preschool has been nurturing curiosity, encouraging creativity, and instilling a passion for learning for generations. This is an exciting time in your child’s life, and we feel privileged to be a part in it.
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Sara H. says "I cannot say enough about GUMS. We have been using GUMS since before the pandemic and couldn't be happier with the growth our children made here. In fact I wish we had started our daughter sooner because the advice of our son's teacher made a huge difference in potty training. Both my children have grown leaps and bounds in an environment that I know to be loving, accepting of difference, and caring. I also love that my children both can and want to say prayers before dinner for…
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6434 SUSQUEHANNA TRL YORK, PA

15 mi

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We’re a NAEYC Accredited, Keystone STARS 4-STAR facility located in Southern York County that focuses on early childhood education through a play-based, child-centered curriculum. Our facilities offer bright classrooms and private playgrounds.

100 E GEORGE ST NEW SALEM BOROUGH, PA

15 mi

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99 York Rd York, PA

15 mi

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11 Circle Drive Jacobus, PA

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15 mi

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My educational program includes the following: Infant (6 weeks old - 18 months old) Infants are held when bottle fed, talked to and played with. Infants are assisted to reach their milestones at their own pace with lots of love, support, tummy and holding time. Toddler (Ages 2 years old - 3 years old) My Toddlers are offered a variety of opportunities to explore their world through play. Gross motor and social skills are developed through both structured and unstructured play. Their days…
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Christina B says "Tracie is an awesome Daycare provider! My son was there for almost 3 years and has lots of great memories. She will care for your child as if they were her own."

214 MAIN ST REISTERSTOWN, MD

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16 mi

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A-Level Minds is a PreK learning center in Reisterstown, Maryland, dedicated to preparing young children for kindergarten and beyond. Founded by an experienced educator, we combine play-based discovery with structured early literacy and math readiness. Children thrive in our warm, nurturing environment where every child receives individualized attention and builds the confidence and skills they need to succeed in school and in life.
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Care Member says "Great way of teaching, very nice staff, overall amazing. "
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11447 Cronhill Drive OWINGS MILLS, MD

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18 mi

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Legacy Child Development Center (Legacy CDC) is a high-quality early childhood education program dedicated to nurturing the academic, social, and emotional development of young children. Legacy CDC provides a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment where children can grow, explore, and build a strong foundation for lifelong success. Our program offers comprehensive early learning services for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children through structured,…
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Mara T. says " My daughter turns 3 years old and has been at the center since she was 4 months old. She has grown and developed well. She was completely potty trained at 2 and a half. She knows her letters and numbers and socializes well with others. It has been such a great learning experience, and I have recommended my family and friends to her."
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100 LAKEFRONT DR COCKEYSVILLE, MD

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18 mi

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Kid's Revolution is your child's HOME away from HOME. Relax knowing that your child will have help with homework, eat a healthy snack and learn fun, new activities all before coming home each day, in our Before and After School Program. OR Have you child enjoy a fun, safe environment that encourages positive friendships, individual growth and makes your child wish for summer year-round, in our summer camp program.
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Aaron H. says "Their care for families is 2nd to none! They are great "
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212 COCKEYSVILLE RD HUNT VALLEY, MD

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18 mi

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Discover Learning Center is a trusted early childhood program serving children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, with 14 years of experience supporting families. We offer nurturing, high-quality care and developmentally appropriate learning through play-based, hands-on instruction that builds school readiness, confidence, and social skills. Our dedicated teachers create a safe, engaging environment with structured classrooms, enriching activities, and strong family partnerships. We are committed to…
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Care Member says "My daughter loves her teacher and friends and wants to come here everyday. The current director seems to have a good handle of the curriculum and activities the kids engage in. The nice summer program is a bonus."
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1255 OXFORD RD NEW OXFORD, PA

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18 mi

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Incredible Kid Academy is a small size child care in a beautiful country setting in New Oxford, PA. Our goal is to bring the one on one caring of a home setting to our center and enable children to grow and learn through play and exploration of nature. We serve children from newborns through preschool in a family friendly environment where we learn through play!
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Karli S. says "I would definitely leave a 5 star review for Incredible Kid Academy. We have been attending IKA since my daughter was 7 months old, she is now 6.5. I also have a 4 year old and a 16 month old currently enrolled. Incredible Kid Academy is a family oriented day care center, where I truly feel I am leaving my children with an extension of myself. All the providers there care and love my children as if they were their own. We looked at many different places when on our care…
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Miss Stephanies House

Quick communication, daily feedback throughout the day, photos and live time updates

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PRETTYBOY RECREATION TINY TOTS AND HOME B.A.S.E

We love Homebase. All of the teachers are wonderful! They have a wide range of toys and activities to keep the kids active and entertained.

- Jennifer W.

Sugarboot Lane Family Day Care, LLC

Miss Helen is absolutely amazing! My daughter has been enrolled for 2 years and can’t wait to go see her and all her friends each day. She…

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

Pre-k programs in Manchester, 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 Manchester, 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 Manchester, 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 Manchester, 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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