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Recent preschool reviews in Elkridge, MD

Joyful Child Care

5.0

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Joyful Childcare! Thank you to contributing to our daughter's growth and curiosity for learning. Thank you for helping to make our days more stress free by caring for her while we work. Ms. Joyce always made us feel comfortable and made sure Zara was...

- Zara's M

Step by Step Daycare

5.0

Our infant son loved his time with Ms. Lubna at Step by Step, and it was a great part-time option. There was excellent communication- from photos throughout the day to the parent information sheet that was completed and sent home each day. He enjoyed engaging with kids of other ages, and learned a...

- Aubrei B

Little Lighthouse

5.0

I had both my boys at the little lighthouse from infants until school. We LOVE them. The entire staff is competent and caring. They genuinely loved my boys and all the children there. I would recommend them a thousand times over. I interviewed so many people and places that I thought I would...

- Trish K

Little Sprouts Learning

5.0

My husband and I interviewed with a few daycare providers, and Sadia was the only one that asked to hold and interact with our daughter and that was one of the many reasons we chose her. We instantly saw a connection, and all of her references matches exactly what we heard and saw since day one....

- Lauren B

Children Of The Future Family Daycare

5.0

My grandson attends Ms.Simone's daycare I can honestly say she is a blessing from God to my family. It's apparent that she deeply cares about what she does, caring for, teaching, and providing a happy, safe, and fun environment for all children. Ms. Simone also prepares your child for grade school,...

- Marianne R

Preschools in Elkridge, MD

Joyful Child Care

Joyful Child Care

7996 Alchemy Way, Elkridge, MD

Starting at $270/wk

4.8

(20)

Joyful Child Care is a Day Care located at Dorset Gardens, Blue Stream Community, off the Baltimore Washington Boulevard (Route 1), a very good and safe neighborhood. At Joyful Child Care, you can be sure of your child's safety and joy in a very clean, beautiful, child-friendly, and parent-welcoming...
5.0
"Joyful Daycare was a place where I used to bring my daughter, and the caretaker Miss Joyce she is very nice, caring, and responsible. I would reccomend to bring your child here."

Attaa O


Little Star Family Day Care

8889 Purple Iris Ln, Elkridge, MD

Starting at $250/hr

Description/Special Services: My family home daycare in Columbia, MD! I have 10 years of child care experience. I am CPR and first-aid certified and Mat trained. My family child care is open 7 days a week from 6:30am to 6:00pm. I can provide full-time and part time for daycare for infants as young...

St. Augustine School

St. Augustine School

5990 Old Washington Road, Elkridge, MD

Costimate: $233/wk

St. Augustine Catholic School is proud to offer a preschool program. We have a 3 year old and 4 year old classroom. In the SAS program students learn, practice and model the friendship of Jesus. Our curriculum is designed to encourage the children to learn as they play. The classroom offers the...

Firststart

Firststart

6501 Huntshire Dr 106, Elkridge, MD

Starting at $205/wk

First Start Childcare and Learning Center provides developmentally-appropriate programs for children on a full-time or part-time basis for children aged 6 weeks to school age. This center caters to infants, toddlers and preschoolers to develop the skills necessary for school readiness. The...

First Start Learning Center LLC

6501 Huntshire Dr, Elkridge, MD

Starting at $185/wk

First Start in Elkridge is a licensed childcare and learning facility that offers various programs addressing the needs of different child groups. They have programs specifically structured for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers; they also provide before and after school care services as well as a...

Kiddie Academy of Elkridge

6534 Old Waterloo Rd, Elkridge, MD

Costimate: $237/wk

Kiddie Academy, located in Elkridge Maryland, offers a wide range of services and programs that are dedicated to supporting holistic child education and development. The company’s programs are licensed by the state and approved by the MSDE. Kiddie Academy-Elkridge admits children between the ages 6...

Elkridge Extended Recreation Program

7075 Montgomery Road, Elkridge, MD

Costimate: $237/wk

Elkridge Extended Recreation Program is a private day care center that makes sure their center meet the licensing regulations for health and safety in the state of Maryland. Their center at 7075 Montgomery Road, Elkridge, MD provides structured activities that enable the equal development of their...

Step by Step Daycare

Step by Step Daycare

33 Rhonda Ct Windsor Mill, Windsor Mill, MD

Starting at $200/wk

5.0

(4)

Step by step daycare is Currently Enrolling.... Pls call 443-3591008 License # 254382 Hello! My name is LubnaI I have a licensed family child care and learning center. The daycare is located in Windsor Mill Maryland. New customers can receive an offer of free registration Step by step daycare...
5.0
"Two of my kids are enrolled in this daycare. Lubna Ansari of step by step daycare is exceptionally great. She is very professional and cooperative. Step by step daycare is not only a daycare center but the best place for kids development and character building....

Saadia H


Little Lighthouse

Little Lighthouse

9055 Cheverlot Drive, Ellicott City, MD

Starting at $1125/wk

3.0

(2)

The Little Lighthouse has openings for our preschool program for the 2022-2023 school year. Our curriculum meets Core curriculum standards for the state of Maryland. We are a Conscious Discipline Center! Call (410) 750-0660 or email us to schedule a tour!
5.0
"I had both my boys at the little lighthouse from infants until school. We LOVE them. The entire staff is competent and caring. They genuinely loved my boys and all the children there. I would recommend them a thousand times over. I interviewed so many people...

Trish K


Little Sprouts Learning

1749 Allerford Drive, Hanover, MD

Starting at $275/wk

4.3

(6)

I have CDA and first aid CPR certifications and I have 45 hour of infant and toddler. I have 90 hour with preschoolers. I worked with Montessori school more than six years. I love to work with kids, its more than a daycare I prepared the kids for school. I work on gross motor skill and gross motor...
5.0
"My husband and I interviewed with a few daycare providers, and Sadia was the only one that asked to hold and interact with our daughter and that was one of the many reasons we chose her. We instantly saw a connection, and all of her references matches exactly what...

Lauren B


Children Of The Future Family Daycare

Children Of The Future Family Daycare

516 Maryland Avenue, Catonsville, MD

Costimate: $192/wk

5.0

(3)

Lots of love, learning and fun in a safe and friendly environment. Hours of operation 6:00am To 6:00pm. Before & After school care is available for Hillcrest Elementary, Catonsville Elementary school and Westowne Elementary. Competitive fees and vouchers are accepted. Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks...
5.0
"My grandson attends Ms.Simone's daycare I can honestly say she is a blessing from God to my family. It's apparent that she deeply cares about what she does, caring for, teaching, and providing a happy, safe, and fun environment for all children. Ms. Simone also...

Marianne R


Ms. Kim's Family Child Care

231 Williams Rd, Glen Burnie, MD

Starting at $200/wk

5.0

(2)

Ms. Kim's Family Child Care is a home based licensed Child Care located in the Linthicum/Ferndale area. We are close to Aviation Blvd, within 5 minutes to Rt.97, Rt.100, 695 & 195. I have been a licensed provider for over 20 years. I provide a loving home environment for your child to learn and...
5.0
"Ms. Kim is a wonderful care provider to our 2 children. Her daycare provides a fun and safe environment for our kids to play, learn and grow and we feel totally confident that they are in the best hands. It takes a special person to make a worried Momma feel...

Ashley L


The Learning Cottage

The Learning Cottage

9660 Basket Ring Rd, Columbia, MD

Starting at $630/mo

5.0

(7)

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...
5.0
"I've had the pleasure of working with Ann Marie Irby and her teachers at TLC and was so impressed with their knowledge, experience and beliefs in teaching and nurturing the love of learning that I enrolled my child and am so happy I did. She was more than prepared...

Penny


Little Teapot Home Childcare

Little Teapot Home Childcare

8651 Stonehouse Drive, Ellicott City, MD

Starting at $165/wk

4.9

(7)

State Certified Child-Care Provider with the following credentials: -National CDA (Child Development Associate) -Certificate of Accreditation for Family Childcare -Federal & State Background Check -CPR & First Aid Certified. The Little Teapot: -Serves children age newborn - 5 years -Includes full...
5.0
"My daughters Kiara and Patty loved being with Ms. Teresa at Little Teapot. The environment was warm and inviting. My kids loved the field trips that she provided during the summer months. I wish she didn't relocate due to her husbands job and still lived in our...

Lateesha C


Debby S.

Debby S.

4998 Eliots Oak Road, Columbia, MD

Costimate: $250/wk

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...
5.0
"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 and they still have fond memories. Highly recommended!"

Christina T


International Children's House

International Children's House

4649 Columbia Rd., Ellicott City, MD

Costimate: $274/wk

3.0

(2)

I.C.H provides a warm, vibrant, Educational Program designed to foster a love of learning and help all children reach their fullest potential at their own unique pace. We strive to educate the whole child and to inspire children to be caring, socially responsible participants in their community and...
5.0
"The school is a nice place where I can feel comfortable to leave my child, the communication with the staff and other parents is basic in courtesy, and was one of the things that called my attention. The way how Ms. Yessika and her staff treated the kids, certainly...

Carlos Z


Creek Home Montessori

Creek Home Montessori

5035 Crape Myrtle Ct, Ellicott City, MD

Costimate: $274/wk

5.0

(1)

Creek Home Montessori is committed to provide fun learning environment with many activities to help with early childhood development. Look forward to hearing and serving you!
5.0
"Creek child care and Minakshi have been truly a gift for us. We send our daughter to her for some time now. Initially we did extensive research on child care options when my wife had to go back to work. It was a very difficult decision for us to make however after...

Vik


Milestone Kiddies Daycare

Milestone Kiddies Daycare

7713 Clay Bridge Ct, Hanover, MD

Starting at $190/wk

3.9

(13)

Hi, my name is Ruth, and I am a Licensed Family Childcare Provider in Hanover, MD. I take care of children from 2 months old to school age. I provide breakfast, lunch and two snacks. My program is awesome; it includes circle time, art, coloring, singing and writing time. We are very busy all day...
5.0
"My son has been going to this day care for about 2 year. Ruth is very caring and nurturing and I know my son is safe when he is there. She is well organized and experienced, maintains a very clean space. She has taught my son a lot of new skills and to be...

Rose T


Rose Garden Daycare

Rose Garden Daycare

3013 Lancelot Cross, Ellicott City, MD

Starting at $300/wk

5.0

(1)

Hello! I am a daycare provider located in Ellicott City/Marriottsridge/Waverly area and very close to Rte 40/I-70/Frederick Rd. I am a proud mom and have been providing daycare services for last 13 years with previous elementary teaching experience. I provide arts, crafts, music, and a preschool...
5.0
"I have enrolled my daughter in Tahmina's daycare from 9 months to 4 years old. Still, when school is closed, she comes over. There are many activities for kids and she is reasonable and understanding. Her price is very fair. My kids are very comfortable at her...

Mary L


Quala Care Child Center, Inc.

Quala Care Child Center, Inc.

920 Andover Road, Linthicum, MD

Starting at $199/wk

4.4

(7)

Established in 1990, Quala Care Child Center is a family-owned early education center that exists to provide an affordable, high-quality, developmentally appropriate environment that promotes each child's social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development. Children learn by active participation...
5.0
"Quala care is amazing. My husband and I needed to find a daycare for our son quick. We found out about Quala online and when my husband went to visit, the staff was friendly and welcoming. They showed him around and, fortunately for us, they had a spot available in...

B.H.


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Average Rating4.0 / 5

Preschools in Elkridge, MD are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.