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Creative Explorers Child Care

5.0

We joined CECC in august 2021 and our daughter quickly fell in love with all the teachers! They were patient and kind with her and truly got to know her and her likes / dislikes. Our daughter was excited for drop off each morning and the teachers seemed genuinely happy to see her each day. They also...

- Michelle

Little Heavenly Treasures Daycare

5.0

Ms. Gabby is the most loving, caring person and we could not be more lucky and grateful to have found her to care for our son!!! She has become another member of our family. Leaving your baby in the hands of someone else for the first time can be nerve-wracking, stressful and leave you full of worry...

- Andrea B

Sunrise Early Learning Center @ Shady Spring Drive

5.0

The staff is very friendly and makes you feel welcomed. My daughter is always smiling and enjoys being there. Great clean place, I wish we would be able to stay so my daughter could start the actual curriculum for 2 year olds but we are leaving due to a change in job.

- Nicole G

Top Hat Montessori School

5.0

Very good school, great hours for families where both parents work. The children are clearly happy, well-cared for, learn a lot and the staff is very caring and dedicated to the development of the children. Highly recommend.

- Gerald R

KidsCo Jr.

5.0

Love this daycare. Came here from another sub-par daycare, but they made us feel at home, they have helped my son grow and thrive in amazing ways - socially and academically. He loves his teachers, his centers (especially science), and their daily communication app is great!

- Jennifer R

Preschools in Gaithersburg, MD

Creative Explorers Child Care

Creative Explorers Child Care

1009 Bayridge Terrace, Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $290/wk

4.5

(4)

Newly Licensed Family child care center located in Gaithersburg, MD. At Creative Explorers we follow The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers, Two's and Preschool. The curriculum is a comprehensive educational pathway for children and address 38 objectives across 10 key developmental areas....
5.0
"We joined CECC in august 2021 and our daughter quickly fell in love with all the teachers! They were patient and kind with her and truly got to know her and her likes / dislikes. Our daughter was excited for drop off each morning and the teachers seemed genuinely...

Michelle


Little Heavenly Treasures Daycare

Little Heavenly Treasures Daycare

513 Paradise Ct, Gaithersburg, MD

Costimate: $302/wk

5.0

(3)

Infant Spot available> 240-476-4091 Bilingual Spanish/English daycare in a spacious single family home. many years experience with infants and toddlers. Organic home cooked menu provided, 2 caregivers, preschool curriculum, separate sleeping area, Spacious play areas, big fenced back yard.
5.0
"Ms. Gabby is a blessing! She took care of both of my boys since they were 3 months old until they were 3 years old. Not only did she care for them, she loved them, created a safe and fun environment for them, and made sure their bellies were filled with delicious...

Angie N


Sunrise Early Learning Center @ Shady Spring Drive

Sunrise Early Learning Center @ Shady Spring Drive

Shady Spring Drive, Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $265/wk

5.0

(3)

Sunrise Early Learning Center a licensed childcare program in the State of Maryland and is located in Gaithersburg; where (Loving, Learning, Guiding) is experienced. Your child's new if not first childcare program where each child is treated with respect and dignity. At Sunrise, we develop high...
5.0
"I currently use Sunrise Early Learning Center for two of my children and I have found that the staff and facility to be wonderful. The staff are very nurturing and you can tell that they truly enjoy working with children. The facility is very safe and clean and is...

Michael F


Top Hat Montessori School

Top Hat Montessori School

18243A Flower Hill Way, Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $1200/mo

3.0

(2)

Build a strong foundation for life with our Montessori programs. You can go to work with peace of mind that your child is learning and growing in a warm, nurturing environment. Open from 6:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m., we provide breakfast as well as morning and afternoon snacks with fresh fruits and...
5.0
"Very good school, great hours for families where both parents work. The children are clearly happy, well-cared for, learn a lot and the staff is very caring and dedicated to the development of the children. Highly recommend."

Gerald R


KidsCo Jr.

KidsCo Jr.

8507 Emory Grove Road, Gaithersburg, MD

Costimate: $296/wk

5.0

(2)

KidsCo Jr. has two Early Learning Centers located in Gaithersburg and Damascus, MD catering to children ages 6 weeks - 5 years old. We offer progressive programs that stress the importance of self-esteem, self-reliance, and foster a love of learning to guide young children into a successful...
5.0
"We absolutely love this place. All of the staff are friendly and caring. My son was diagnosed with a peanut allergy and they knew more about it than I did!"

Amanda R


Gaithersburg Day Nursery, Inc.

8730 Oakmont Street, Gaithersburg, MD

Costimate: $296/wk

5.0

(1)

We are a family owned & operated child care center, located in a beautiful old neighborhood with WGES 2 doors down. We provide a "Home Away From Home" atmosphere for children of parents who must work and/or attend school during the day.
5.0
"GDN is fantastic! Full disclosure ~ I have known the owners of Gaithersburg Day Nursery my entire life (35 years). I attended the school when I was 4 years old, so naturally when I had my own children, I decided to enroll them here. The environment is very loving...

Chintimini K


Mai Saliba Day Care

8313 Tea Rose Dr, Gaithersburg, MD

Costimate: $246/wk

5.0

(1)

Mai Saliba Day Care is a childcare provider licensed to accommodate up to eight children and located at 8313 Tea Rose Drive, Gaithersburg, Maryland. The facility is open Mondays through Fridays, providing care and education for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
5.0
"A wonderful, caring and educational environment for our children. We couldn't ask for a better pair to care for our babies when we can't be with them. May and George are now a part of our family."

Dina D


Zulma's Daycare

Zulma's Daycare

10724 Game Preserve Rd., Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $250/wk

I operate out of a single-family home. Providing daytime care to children from 0 to 5 years of age. I also provide before and after school care for children between the ages of 5 to 12. I have converted the basement into a learning environment and my primary care place. I am here to dedicate my time...

La Petite Academy of Gaithersburg, MD

La Petite Academy of Gaithersburg, MD

101 Saybrooke View Dr, Gaithersburg, MD

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...

Childtime of Gaithersburg

Childtime of Gaithersburg

1199 Quince Orchard Blvd, Gaithersburg, 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...

Simcha Educational Center

15021 DuFief Mill Rd., Gaithersburg, MD

Costimate: $278/wk

A new home for Jewish education in N. Potomac, MD is open. With religious school, after school, tots and preschool programming, you will find a warm and welcoming home for your child.

Just 4 Kids

19533 Ridge Heights, Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $190/hr

Home day care call for prices and I do accept POC and WPA. School served Goshen and Strawberry Knoll. License#251524

Bar T Mountainside

18753 North Frederick Ave Suite 203, Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $30/day

Bar T Mountainside located at 18753 North Frederick Avenue Suite, Gaithersburg, Maryland, offers childcare and learning services. The school is open from six-thirty AM to six-thirty PM, Mondays through Fridays. It provides programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It...

Bar T Inc / Watkins Mill

19001 Watkins Mill Rd, Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $205/day

Bar T Inc-Watkins Mill is an early childhood center that offers year-round services and programs geared towards preschool and school-age children. Located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, the company offers educational day care programs and various enrichment opportunities that support the development and...

Covenant Life Pre-School

7501 Muncaster Mill Rd, Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $1500/day

Covenant Life Pre-School is a licensed child care facility located at 7501 Muncaster Mill Rd, Gaithersburg, MD that is experienced in providing programs that improve their students' academic and character development. Their center believes that a structured learning environment promotes children's...

Russian daycare FIREFLY

Russian daycare FIREFLY

314 Summit Hall Rd, Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $310/wk

1.0

(1)

Russian Childcare FIREFLY invites students for a new school year, ages 2-5. Cell: 240-377-6433.

Bar T Inc / Travilah

13801 Dufief Mill Rd, Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $507/mo

Bar T Incorporated - Travilah is located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The center offers childcare and before-school and after-school programs, as well as summer camps and winter breaks. This licensed facility provides curriculum-based learning programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and...

Bar T Inc / Woodfield

24200 Woodfield Rd, Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $507/mo

Bar T Incorporated Woodfield located at 24200 Woodfield Road, Gaithersburg, Maryland, offers childcare and learning services. It offers programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and kindergarten prep. It provides before- and after- school programs for infants, toddlers, early preschool and...

Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool

South Westland Drive, Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $365/wk

Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool is a state-accredited child care facility that offers programs designed for pre-kindergarten students. Their services are open to children ages two and a half to five years old. Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool implements the Creative Curriculum to address the...

Bar-T

Bar-T

18753 North Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD

Starting at $811/mo

Our Bar-T Kids Club program is the largest private provider of before and after school programs for children in Montgomery County. We strongly believe that children need to have choices, and we provide a variety of opportunities for children each day. At Bar-T Kids Club, we allow our children to...

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