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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
Veenu's Daycare
5.0
Our son absolutely loved Veenu's and grew tremendously while under her care. He started at around just 3 months old and stayed for over 2 years with Veenu. Veenu is kind, considerate, and very dedicated to the well-being and development of the kids in her care. I felt like our son was advanced for...
- Savannah K
My Little Tree Home Day Care
5.0
We have had an incredibly positive experience with Little Tree Daycare. We moved to the area about a year ago, and it was tough to get settled. It was such a relief to find such a loving and caring environment for our 12-month-old daughter. It is a caring, loving, nurturing, and educational...
- Lindsay
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
Rock Spring Children's Center
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 love being there and love the...
- Sandra F
Preschools in Kensington, MD
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,...
5.0
"We couldn't be happier with International Daycare of Bethesda. It is clear that the director, Georghe Ilie and Gabriella love what they do and treat the children as their own. Our little guy looks forward to being there and often does not want to leave. The center...
Jana B
4.9
(18)
Licensed, US Citizen, providing loving care for more than 25 years. Certified in: First Aid, CPR, Emergency Preparedness, SIDS Awareness. Nutritious homemade meals provided. Customized preschool curriculum. Newborn and up. Full time, part-time, and drop-in care. Non-smoking. No pets. Many...
5.0
"My child attended Veenu's daycare for three years. She absolutely loved going every day. Veenu loves the kids, and when I dropped my child off I always knew she was safe and happy. In addition to caring for your child, Veenu has the day well structured. The...
Tonya
5.0
(1)
We are a multicultural preschool program.
5.0
(3)
We are family oriented child home care providing services in the Mclean area, State Licensed and have all the requirements needed by the state on order to provide this services.
Our goal is to provide a place where children know that they are accepted, loved, protected, and wanted; helping to...
5.0
"We are so thankful to have found such a warm and caring family to take care of our daughter for nearly two years. The center is spacious, lots of room for the children to play, various activity centers, bright, colorful, very clean and well maintained. Most...
Olga M
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...
5.0
"We love Glen Echo Family Daycare! Our daughter started here when she was 6 months old, and we are so happy with our experience so far. Anwar and Farrah treat our daughter like family - we know she is having fun there, and is so happy to see them every day at drop...
Jessica
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...
5.0
"We were so nervous about finding good childcare but Rock Spring has exceed our expectations.
Our Son is 6 months old and started at 2 months old his teachers Mercedes, Soranji, Sunilka and Thamara, have helped us transition to parent hood and daycare.
They...
NRG
5.0
(3)
Monarch Preschool College Park is a high-quality, project-based learning pre-kindergarten for children ages 3-5. A place where care is not passive. Spaces, curriculum and teachers are all active, engaged and helping children apply their learning to real world issues. We expect to foster a life-long...
5.0
"Our son has been attending Monarch since they first opened in June. We love it there! Every staff member we've interacted with has been friendly and courteous. They worked with us as he transitioned into his first preschool experience and we wish Monarch had been...
Wendy
5.0
(1)
We are now offering childcare at FOUR LOCATIONS!!!
#1 170 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904 301-384-4032
#2 15005 Wimbledon Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906 301-438-3479
#3 3400 Collier Road, Beltsville, MD 20705 301-931-3222
#4 7212 Flower Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912...
5.0
"I would recommend everyone to send their kid here because they know how to treat your child like if they are their own and they deal with the parents with respect. Your child would always bring home work sheets on the weekends that he or she do during the week so...
Kimberly
3.0
(4)
Arco Iris Somos believes that each child is a unique individual who needs a secure, caring, and stimulating place to grow and mature emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially. Arco Iris strives to help children achieve their full potential in each of these areas. The Arco Iris...
5.0
"We could not be happier with AIS. Our child LOVES going to school everyday and the teachers show so much love and support for all children in the class. During the pandemic, the staff have been particularly supportive, creating content for the kids to access at...
Jessica
5.0
(1)
Welcome TO A LITTLE ANGELS Daycare we are open Mondays through Fridays, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. full time, part time and drop-ins.
We are located in Potomac, Maryland.
We build positive character traits for your child's development. We emphasize head hands & heart character traits that a lot of...
5.0
"Every parent wants the best for their child, and enrolling them in the little angels daycare is the best thing for them! My daughter LOVED going to Little angels daycare and LOVES Mrs elahe!"
Laurie M
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
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
4.2
(6)
Lily Pads Early Learning Center Offering licensed care for children, six weeks to five years. Now accepting applications. We have both part-time and full-time openings.
5.0
"Lilypads is a wonderful program. I was surprised to read the above review about teachers not being interested in the parents or children. The Georgetown road staff is incredible!"
Hilary K
5.0
(2)
At Becker Day Care, Inc. we learn through play, emphasizing social, emotional, and cognitive development. In other words, we have fun while learning! We have years of training and experience. Our kids frequently reach advanced placements upon "graduating" to area schools. This is due to teaching and...
5.0
"My son went here from age 2-4, and he thrived. John and Kitty are wonderful. I appreciated the attention they paid to the "whole child.""
Laura C
Amazing Grace Multicultural Education Center
1516 Kearny Street NE, Washington, DC
Starting at $250/wk
5.0
(1)
Our program provides care and developmental stimulation through play-based academic growth opportunities for young children, ages 2-5 years old, in a small, home-like setting located in the beautiful Brookland/Catholic University neighborhood.
The curriculum is child-initiated which provides...
5.0
"My child attended an award winning early childcare program that specialized in early reading skills directed by Wanda Holmes and when he started school he was on a first grade reading level."
Wanda H
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...
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
5.0
(2)
Welcome Parents!
Thank you for considering Cecy's Daycare!
We now have opening for infants from 2 months to 24 months in our family daycare in Rockville, MD. We are conveniently located between Route 28 (First Street) and Baltimore Road about 5 minutes from Rockville Town Center and Rockville...
5.0
"Safety, Very Clean and Very Nice Childcare provider Ceci whith my little Son."
Elizabeth
5.0
(2)
The mission of Fun Square Early Learning Center is to provide high quality child care/development programs for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years in Potomac.
We are an early childhood education center that focuses on the social, emotional development of our students. We use research based and...
5.0
"Our Kiddos Love Fun Square! And we do too! The teachers/caretakers genuinely care about the students. The Director is incredibly informed and educated, she brings incredible value into the classroom and parent conversations to help each child reach their fullest...
Betsy G
Bar-T Early Childhood Pre K @ Lakewood Elementary
2534 Lindley Terrace, Rockville, MD
Starting at $1250/mo
4.5
(2)
Bar-T Early Childhood programs (children, ages 3 & 4), are designed to provide a high quality, creative, hands-on, child-centered learning environment for children. Students must be 4 years old by September 1st and be fully toilet trained, or 3 years old by September 1st and fully toilet trained at...
4.0
"My 3 yr old was very happy at this school. They have fun activities and the teachers are very loving, caring and organized."
IAM
Early Learning Express is a successful, progressive school readiness program that has been in business for 17 years. We pride ourselves on giving children a lot of individual attention and making learning fun. The program was created based on studies at UVA, FCPS, Falls Church City schools and...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Kensington, MD
In 2024 what types of preschools can I find near me in Kensington, MD?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Kensington, 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 Kensington, MD for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Kensington, MD?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Kensington, 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 Kensington, MD.
How can I find a preschool near me in Kensington, MD?
When looking for a preschool near you in Kensington, 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 Kensington, MD who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.