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Preschools in Columbia, MD are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews of the 77 listed preschools

7054 - La Petite Academy on Eden Brook Drive

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

7056 - La Petite Academy on Columbia 100 Parkway

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

Celebree School of Columbia - North

Celebree School Columbia north as a collective! The team here does an outstanding job teaching and nurturing. They follow Age appropriate...

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7054 - La Petite Academy on Eden Brook Drive

7475 EDEN BROOK DR COLUMBIA, MD

5.0(1)

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Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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7056 - La Petite Academy on Columbia 100 Parkway

8890 COLUMBIA 100 PKWY COLUMBIA, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Celebree School of Columbia - North

9151 RUMSEY RD COLUMBIA, MD

5.0(2)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Our Child Care in Columbia At Celebree School of Columbia-North, we offer care in many ways, always inside inviting classrooms that are safe and secure. Our teachers are nurturing and encouraging, helping children to reach their potential and shine. Along the way, every child works at their own pace toward age-appropriate...

Care Member says "Celebree School Columbia north as a collective! The team here does an outstanding job teaching and nurturing. They follow Age appropriate curriculum...

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Columbia Academy – King's Contrivance

10380 Old Columbia Road COLUMBIA, MD

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Columbia Academy in Kings Contrivance stands out among Howard County child care centers through our commitment to creating an environment where every child thrives. Our shore theme features a lighthouse and boat that spark imagination during outdoor play. We design separate playgrounds for each age group, ensuring...
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Columbia Academy – Thunder Hill

9210 MD-108 COLUMBIA, MD

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Columbia Academy Preschool in Thunder Hill stands out among private preschools in Howard County because of our unique themed environments and comprehensive approach to early childhood education. We believe the environment a child learns in makes all the difference, especially in these early years. At our Thunder Hill...
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4851 - Young School of King's Contrivance

8310 GUILFORD RD STE F COLUMBIA, MD

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Young School provides a thoughtful play on early education. We are proud pioneers of the Cottage learning environment and it continues to cultivate independence, foster creativity, and encourage children to play an active role in their classroom community. Here, children work together, embrace their natural curiosity, and...
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4850 - Young School of Kendall Ridge

8251 TAMAR DR COLUMBIA, MD

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Young School provides a thoughtful play on early education. We are proud pioneers of the Cottage learning environment and it continues to cultivate independence, foster creativity, and encourage children to play an active role in their classroom community. Here, children work together, embrace their natural curiosity, and...
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Kiddie Academy of Columbia

5550 STERRETT PL COLUMBIA, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
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Kiddie Academy of Columbia, MD offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Celebree School of Columbia - South

8989 HERRMANN DR COLUMBIA, MD

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At Celebree School of Columbia-South we are a community. As parents ourselves, we understand the stresses of raising children in this busy, technology-focused world. As educators, we share your concerns and are here to help your family raise not only emotionally and academically proficient children, but also to compassionate,...
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Eva Day Care

6137 Quiet Times Columbia, MD

5.0(4)
I have been a teacher for the last 25 years and in 2000 I decided to open a home daycare that centered around Montessori teachings. In my time as a teacher and home daycare provider, I have taught reading, writing, music, art and math to young children. Under my care children will have circle time, story telling, exercise, and...

Mohamed K. says "Ms. Eva is a very caring & patient individual who loves her job and is naturally gifted at it. She is transparent and forthcoming about their daily...

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Love & Learning Family Childcare

7416 Setting Sun Way Columbia, MD

5.0(1)

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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 & toddler certification along with 45 hours school age curriculum. I am also First Aid and CPR certified. I am...
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Debby S.

4998 Eliots Oak Road Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
I am an experienced Maryland licensed Child Care Provider with full background check, CPR and First Aid certification in the Columbia area. I have been licensed for 14 plus years but have cared for children for more than 30 years. My child care business is in my home. I offer flexible part/full time care for infants through...

Christina T. says "Debby is a wonderful, nurturing day care provider. The kids become part of her family she truly gets attached. She watched my children for many years...

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Watchful Eye Daycare of Columbia

10453 GREEN MOUNTAIN CIR COLUMBIA, MD

4.0(5)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
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Our mission is to provide the children in our care with a safe, friendly, and nurturing environment where they can be free to explore, have new experiences, and be school-ready when transitioning into the school system. We offer a comprehensive preschool curriculum where we strive to cultivate young minds. We are trained and...

Nicole W. says "We love Watchful Eye!! Mrs. Lisa and her team truly are amazing! We have been going for over 3 years now and have used the before and after program for my...

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Eva Marie Leong

6137 QUIET TIMES COLUMBIA, MD

5.0(5)
starting at
$1200/mo
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Montessori
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
+ 5 more
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...

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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Wisdom Childcare Center

8370 OLD MONTGOMERY RD COLUMBIA, MD

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at
$1950/mo
Academic
International
Special needs
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
+ 4 more
Wisdom Childcare Center offers high-quality childcare services with a nurturing and safe environment where children thrive. We believe in fostering each child’s natural curiosity and growth through a blend of play-based learning and structured activities. Our experienced caregivers are dedicated to creating a positive learning...

Care Member says "I have 2 kids at Wisdom & I couldn’t have picked a better daycare. They are open, great with communication, flexible enough to accommodate you and your...

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Sunshine Kids

6360 Sandchain Rd Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
At Sunshine Kids; We provide care for children 6 weeks through 5 years old. We also offer before and after school care for school age children, ages 6-12 years of age. Our goal is to provide a fun and safe learning environment for children. This will be done through encouraging social, emotional and physical development....

Sabrina T. says "Can't say enough good things about this daycare. Her dedication and patience with the kids are unmatched. Truly a gem that we found this place. We have...

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Kiddie Mundo

8995 Lambskin Lane Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Kiddie Mundo Spanish Immersion Learning Center for children 2 -5 years old. We believe in the importance of offering a new language during the first years of childhood, and we also offering Spanish Immersion before and after care. We are implementing Gardner's methodology and the theory of multiple intelligence. We are...

Eric H. says "Amazing staff that are great with my daughter! She is speaking Spanish very well now, and Kiddie Mundo is a very big part of that. I feel safe with her...

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The Learning Cottage

9660 Basket Ring Rd Columbia, MD

5.0(7)
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
The Learning Cottage provides quality early childhood education with an extra touch of TLC. Our teachers create meaningful learning experiences in a nurturing and stimulating multi-age classroom for preschool children, ages 3-5. At The Learning Cottage, the well-being of the children in our care is our top priority. We want...

Hilary R says "My first son attended TLC for two years and is now currently thriving in Kindergarten. My second son is currently attending TLC. The 'thing' that makes...

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Posh Petites Family Childcare

7164 Talisman Lane Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
I own a licensed family childcare home in the Cradlerock area. I have worked in childcare for over 15 years; however, I grew unhappy with the childcare centers and the lack of family atmosphere and proper care and consistency in most. Children can learn as much if not more in a family childcare home due to the comfortable at...

Talya F. says "I brought my daughter to Posh Petites from the time she was a 6-month-old infant until she was over 3 years old. They really treated her like a member of...

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Little Patuxent KinderCare

10820 Little Patuxent Parkway Columbia, MD

5.0(1)
Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of Food; Wild about Water; and...

Kim C says "We love the teachers and staff at Kindercare. I have a 4 year old and a 2 1/2 year old that attend. My son loves to go to his classroom with his friends and...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Columbia, MD

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Columbia, MD. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Columbia, MD for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Columbia, MD, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Columbia, MD.

When looking for a preschool near you in Columbia, MD on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Columbia, MD who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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