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Recent preschool reviews in Bethesda, MD

English Village Early Learning Center

5.0

I love this center. The caregivers treat your child like their own. My son is so happy there that he asks to go every morning.

- Negar K

Learn, Play & Grow Daycare, Llc

5.0

We've been sending our two children to Learn, Play & Grow Daycare for a few years now and strongly believe it is the best place we could have found for them. Ana is very passionate about her program and takes great pride in creating a safe, educational and fun place for the children. Our almost 4...

- Quinn C

Glen Echo Family Day Care

5.0

My son has been going to Glen Echo Family Daycare since he was 4 months old, and has been there for over a year. The indoor-outdoor space is wonderful, the facility is impeccably clean, and they provide an incredible loving environment, with plenty of toys and activities to keep the kids engaged! I...

- Jennifer

International Daycare of Bethesda

5.0

Our daughter attended this daycare for almost two years. After trying a daycare center, we sought a smaller more nurturing environment where she could continue to learn and develop. Gheorge and Gabriella treat the children like family, and provide specialized attention and structure. We always...

- Catherine

Cedar Lane Cooperative Nursery School

5.0

Both of our children (and us as parents!) had wonderful experiences at Cedar Lane Nursery School. The high quality of the teachers paired with the play-based learning program in a cooperative school environment provided a strong foundation for the love of learning, strong sense of self, and...

- Mandi

Preschools in Bethesda, MD

English Village Early Learning Center

English Village Early Learning Center

7730 Bradley Blvd, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $395/wk

5.0

(2)

At English Village Early Learning Center, ages 6 weeks to 5 years, we introduce children to the joy of learning within a framework of play that places equal emphasis on intellectual curiosity and social responsibility. Young children acquire skills in a predictable sequence and thrive when learning...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I love this center. The caregivers treat your child like their own. My son is so happy there that he asks to go every morning.

Negar K


Learn, Play & Grow Daycare, Llc

Learn, Play & Grow Daycare, Llc

7600 Charleston Drive, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $405/wk

5.0

(3)

My program serves children from infants through 4 years old. I have 10 years of pre-K teaching experience, and I'm licensed and accredited by the Maryland Department of Education Office of Child Care. My goal is to provide a safe, secure environment for your child that fosters physical, social,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
We've been sending our two children to Learn, Play & Grow Daycare for a few years now and strongly believe it is the best place we could have found for them. Ana is very passionate about her program and takes great pride in creating a safe, educational and fun...

Quinn C


Glen Echo Family Day Care

Glen Echo Family Day Care

6832 Tulip Hill Ter, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $600/wk

5.0

(9)

Glen Echo Family Day Care is a licensed in home Family Day Care in the state of Maryland. We are licensed to care for no more than eight children at any one time. We are inspected regularly to ensure that licensing standards are met. We believe that children excel when they have providers they can...

Recent reviews:

5.0
My son has been going to Glen Echo Family Daycare since he was 4 months old, and has been there for over a year. The indoor-outdoor space is wonderful, the facility is impeccably clean, and they provide an incredible loving environment, with plenty of toys and...

Jennifer


International Daycare of Bethesda

International Daycare of Bethesda

9414 Balfour Drive, Bethesda, MD

Costimate: $373/wk

4.1

(9)

It is the philosophy of our program that early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, exploring, and discovery. Children are creative and receptive; our program strives to nurture and encourage these qualities. Our purpose is to provide an atmosphere that encourages social,...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Our daughter attended this daycare for almost two years. After trying a daycare center, we sought a smaller more nurturing environment where she could continue to learn and develop. Gheorge and Gabriella treat the children like family, and provide specialized...

Catherine


Cedar Lane Cooperative Nursery School

9601 Cedar Ln, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $15/day

5.0

(1)

Located in Bethesda, Maryland, Cedar Lane Cooperative Nursery School provides a safe, secure, nurturing and highly educational place for children. It operates in a cooperative environment wherein parents are given opportunities to participate in their child's educational experience. The school...

Recent review:

5.0
Both of our children (and us as parents!) had wonderful experiences at Cedar Lane Nursery School. The high quality of the teachers paired with the play-based learning program in a cooperative school environment provided a strong foundation for the love of learning,...

Mandi


Rock Spring Children's Center

Rock Spring Children's Center

10401 Fernwood Road, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $1725/mo

3.3

(4)

Rock Spring Children's Center is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), child care organization with the mission of providing affordable, quality child care to families of the local community. It serves over 130 local families and employs over 30 dedicated and loving child care professionals. The Center meets its...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Practically speaking, this is preschool is amazing. Formular, baby food, breakfast and snacks are included. They are open for 11 hours- all included in the tuition. Teachers are allowed to babysit. Emotionally, the teacher turn over is almost nonexistent. They...

Sandra F


The Family Academy of Bethesda

The Family Academy of Bethesda

4324 Montgomery Ave., Bethesda, MD

Starting at $1820/mo

5.0

(2)

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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Really impressed with the quality of teachers here. You can tell they don't hire just anyone, and that made the difference for me when I was visiting and choosing schools. We have been there two years now and I have been extremely pleased with our experience at...

Erin L


Montgomery Child Care Association Ashburton/Wyngate

10010 Fernwood Road, Bethesda, MD

Costimate: $389/wk

5.0

(1)

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...

Recent review:

5.0
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 after care and summer camps there. I can highly recommend it.

Julieanne K


Sidwell Friends School ECLC

Sidwell Friends School ECLC

5100 Edgemoor Lane, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $2200/mo

Sidwell Friends School's Early Learning Center has limited availability for the 22-23 school year! The Sidwell Friends Early Childhood Learning Center was developed in 2004 to offer faculty/staff child care at their workplace. The program expanded in 2008 to serve children to age 3, including...

Childtime of Bethesda

Childtime of Bethesda

4550 Montgomery Avenue, Bethesda, MD

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults...

Bethesda Montessori School Inc

7611 Clarendon Rd, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $10800/day

Bethesda Montessori School, located in Bethesda, Maryland, provides early childhood education, according to the teachings of Dr. Maria Montessori. It gives Montessori materials that stimulate the child's mind and creativity. Additionally, it provides enrichment activities such as Computer...

Montessori Lone Oak School

10100 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $1500/day

Montessori Lone Oak School is an AMI-affiliated education provider offering Montessori-based academic programs for toddlers up to school-age kids. Located in Bethesda, Maryland, Montessori Lone Oak School serves children between the ages of two and 12 years old. The school’s programs’ primary focus...

Guiding Star Child Development Center

Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $294/wk

2.8

(4)

Guiding Star Child Development Center is conveniently located off Old Georgetown Rd near the beltway, Bethesda metro, and bus line. We accept new children all year long (based on availability) from ages 6 weeks to 5 years of age. We offer: nutritious morning and afternoon snacks, development...

Recent reviews:

4.0
The teachers are great--loving and kind, and seem to really enjoy caring for the children. My 9 month old has been there for 6 months and loves it. I feel like the kids are always sick but everyone I know says this is common for daycare babies so I don't blame the...

Melissa


Beanstalk Montessori & Daycare

4915 Auburn Ave, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $1150/mo

Beanstalk Montessori & Daycare is a full-service childcare center located at 4915 Auburn Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland. It offers Montessori preschool program and Montessori certified teachers to provide the best education the children deserve. The school's hours of operation is from 9:00 AM until 6:00...

Wesley Nursery School

8300 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $2040/day

1.0

(1)

Wesley Nursery School located in Bethesda, MD is a community outreach program of Bethesda United Methodist Church for young children ages two to five years old. The school is a non-denominational preschool that offers half-day programs including additional before and after regular program hours.

RCDA Ashburton Child Development Center

6314 Lone Oak Dr, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $223/wk

RDCA Ashburton Child Development Center is private, non-profit childcare center located in Bethesda, MD. The center's programs run on a year round basis and makes use of the "Creative Curriculum," which emphasize physical, social and emotional development. Nutritious meals and snacks are provided...

Bradley Child Development Center

8701 Hartsdale Ave, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $232/wk

Bradley Child Development Center, located in Bethesda, Maryland, is a state-licensed child care facility that offers educational day care programs for children ages 5 to 15 years old. The company’s programs are fully accredited by the MSDE and focus on developing children holistically. The company...

Suburban Nursery School

7210 Hidden Creek Rd, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $2941/day

Suburban Nursery School is a cooperative early childhood education facility that offers learning programs geared towards preschoolers. The company is based in Bethesda, Maryland and s open to children ages two, three, and four years old. The company’s mission is to provide kids with relevant early...

Crestview Montessori, LLC

4916 Redford Rd, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $15500/day

Crestview Montessori, LLC in Bethesda, MD supports the fundamental Montessori philosophy in well-organized and beautifully-appointed classrooms. The students will be working intently and quietly while building self-discipline and concentration. They assist them in connecting to a beautiful...

Alef Bet Montessori School

5701 Grosvenor Ln, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $1310/mo

Alef Bet Montessori School in Bethesda, Maryland is a Child Care provider that can accommodate up to 32 children from eighteen months to twelve years of age. Their curriculum seeks to provide a high quality, nurturing, fun and safe learning environment that is appropriate for the child’s overall...

All Saints Preschool

3 Chevy Chase Circle, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $259/wk

At ASP we have established a loving and nurturing environment that fosters both the social and intellectual growth of the child. Most of the children view their time with us as play; however, through thoughtful and age-appropriate planning, all of the themes and activities are creatively introduced...

Happy Hands Learning Center

Montgomery Avenue, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $1500/mo

Happy Hands Learning Center is a state-licensed preschool offering educational child care programs for pre-kindergarten students. They offer a bilingual preschool curriculum designed infants up to 5-year old children. Happy Hands Learning Center operates every weekday from 7:30 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

The Woods Academy Extended Care

6801 Greentree Road, Bethesda, MD

Starting at $12905/day

The Woods Academy Extended Care is a child care and education provider that serves the community of Bethesda MD. It offers a fun and active environment and provides appropriate learning programs that stimulate the children's natural curiosity. The facility promotes active learning through play-based...

The Bethesda Montessori School

6008 Beech Ave, Bethesda, MD

Costimate: $402/wk

The Bethesda Montessori School Bethesda, Maryland, provides a quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunity for children. The school serves children three to six years old that provides them with a balance of child-initiated and teacher-initiated activities. The school's program aims...

Kidville

4825 Bethesda Ave Ste Ll, Bethesda, MD

Costimate: $400/wk

Kidville in Bethesda, MD provides birthday parties and preschool classes that help kids grow, learn, and play. They offer a range of creative programs for infants, toddlers, as well as children up to five years of age and feature music, gym, dance, and art. They also have a social alternative...

Beth El Preschool

8215 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD

Costimate: $373/wk

The Beth El Preschool provides a preschool program in Bethesda, Maryland. 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 in a Jewish environment. The Beth El...

Summer at Norwood

8821 River Road, Bethesda, MD

Summer at Norwood offers new and innovative programs as well as classic offerings, providing campers with a unique summer experience that is catered to their interests. We are a day camp serving campers ages 3-14. In keeping with the mission of Norwood School, we are committed to small class...

Woodacres Elementary School

7000 Radnor Rd, Bethesda, MD

Costimate: $370/wk

Woodacres Elementary is a not-for-profit school on 7000 Radnor Rd, Bethesda, MD. Their facility is a member of Montgomery Child Care Association that provides quality before and after school program at their Woodacres Clubhouse for school aged kids who attend their elementary school.

Holton Arms Child Development Center

River Road, Bethesda, MD

Costimate: $389/wk

The Holton-Arms School Child Development Center seeks to provide the children of Holton faculty and staff with a quality, on-site early childhood education program that coincides with the needs of the working parent. The Center’s priority is to offer developmentally appropriate programs for every...

Childtime-Bethesda

4550 Montgomery Ave, Bethesda, MD

Costimate: $373/wk

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...

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Ratings for Bethesda, MD preschools listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Preschools in Bethesda, MD are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 36 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.