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1.7060 - La Petite Academy on Old Farm Drive

2150 OLD FARM DR FREDERICK, MD

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16 mi

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At La Petite Academy on Old Farm Drive, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Frederick, MD. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected…
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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 every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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919 Mosby Drive FREDERICK, MD

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16 mi

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Grace Daycare, is a trusted licensed Child Care Service in Frederick. We are located behind the Walmart on route 26. The program is licensed as a 8 Family Child Care Home and is creating engaging learning experiences for children 6 weeks to 5 years old. As a home-based childcare program, we believe that children learn through play, positive interactions with one another, groups and adults. Therefore, Grace Daycare offers a nurturing and safe envirenment for the children; where they can…
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Care Member says "We absolutely cannot say enough wonderful things. She has cared for our child like she was her own. She creates a warm, loving & nurturing environment where every child feels safe, valued & truly care for. She goes far beyond simply providing childcare. She becomes family. She takes the time to get to know each child, celebrate their individuality & help them grow both socially & academically. Her curriculum is engaging, age-appropriate & thoughtfully planned. Grace daycare is…
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650 HIMES AVE FREDERICK, MD

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18 mi

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At La Petite Academy on Himes Avenue, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Frederick, MD. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout…
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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 every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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313 Ballenger Center Dr FREDERICK, MD

19 mi

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NOW UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP! Lightbridge Academy is the Solution for Working Families®, providing a safe, nurturing, educational environment for Infant, Toddler, and Preschool children. We welcome everyone in our community to be a part of our unique Circle of Care, where we transform the lives of children and their families by offering excellence in the childcare experience. We play a transformative role in the lives of families, and we take this very seriously. Our proprietary early childhood…
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18828 Wavy Hill Avenue Hagerstown, MD

5 mi

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Wavy Hill Childcare is a Maryland State licensed in-home family childcare center. Wavy Hill Childcare serves children ages 2 through 5. Wavy Hill Childcare strongly believes in learning through play. Your child will learn not only their ABC's and 123's but also daily life skills such buttoning buttons, zipping zippers, using the potty, tying shoes, etc. Wavy Hill Childcare is open between the hours of 7:00am through 5:00pm. Wavy Hill Childcare also participates in the Maryland Childcare Voucher…

13842 EMERSON DR HAGERSTOWN, MD

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8 mi

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We are an inclusive play based preschool program that is accredited through that National Association of Family Child Care. We teach the concepts of math, science, engineering, art, social sciences and early literacy through our play-based, child-led curriculum. We use the interests and ideas of the children to plan lessons and studies. This provides opportunities to learn new skills and concepts in ways that keep them engaged and intrigued. The materials are open-ended and invite discovery.…
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Lauren L. says "She provided care for both of our children. One has special needs and she handled them very well. She works well with small children and children with special needs, especially on the Autism spectrum."
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508 N. Grant St. Waynesboro, PA

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9 mi

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Working with children 6 weeks to 12 years in age appropriate classrooms.
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16829 LAPPANS RD WILLIAMSPORT, MD

13 mi

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Rehoboth Learning Center is a Maryland Accredited Child Care Center devoted to the increased promotion of children's successful growth intellectually, creatively, emotionally, physically, socially, and spiritually.
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3583 Scotland Road Bldg 19 Chambersburg, PA

18 mi

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201 Fairview Ave Frederick, MD

19 mi

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Church of the Brethren Learning Center is a Christian Preschool led by nuturing, loving teachers with a passion for guiding child development. Our center offers morning and afternoon preschool programs for 3's, 4's, Kindergarten Prep and Kindergarten.

5820 Ballenger Creek Pike FREDERICK, MD

19 mi

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Celebree School of Frederick provides daycare in Frederick, MD, for infants through Pre-K, along with before- and after-school care for school-age children. Our MSDE accredited preschool offers infant care, toddler care, and early learning childcare programs in a safe, nurturing environment where children feel supported and encouraged. Through a research-based, play-driven curriculum, we help children build confidence, independence, and a love of learning, while creating a welcoming school…
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313 Ballenger Center Drive Frederick, MD

20 mi

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We believe in developing the whole child, with an emphasis on facilitating your child's social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Here at the Ballenger KinderCare, we believe "It takes a village to raise a child," and our parents consider us to be an extension of their own family (their village). Your child will not only have a safe, secure and stimulating environment in which to learn, but will have support from a team of child development experts who have a true passion for…

756 S MAIN ST CHAMBERSBURG, PA

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20 mi

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Mrs. C. says "My son is only 1 yr but is doing phenomenal. They are great with the children. Pick and up and drop off is so easy. The daycare is very clean and they follow protocol and the staff is so kind! "
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11 N Fayette St Mercersburg, PA

23 mi

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415 E Orange St Shippensburg, PA

27 mi

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Jack & Jill Day Care Center is a childcare facility established in 1977 to serve the families living in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania. It caters to the growth and developmental needs of children in a safe, clean and healthy place. It also provides age-appropriate learning materials and activities that enhance and stimulate the children's creativity, imagination, curiosity and desire to learn. Its hours are from 6:15 AM to 5:30 PM, weekdays.
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23312 Brewers Tavern Way Clarksburg, MD

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31 mi

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We are a home daycare (also known as family daycare or in-home daycare) located in CLARKSBURG, Maryland. We have a large license, we are a team that specializes in childcare for children, ages one month to six years old. Our goal is to provide a fun and safe learning environment for your child, while encouraging social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. Your child will receive quality personal and individualized care in a warm and loving home, where they can feel safe and happy…
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Donna Z. says "The caretakers Mariel and Jeanine are the sweetest. Whenever I come to pick up my son he is always busy having fun or snuggled with either of them reading a book. I would highly recommend this day care."

49 Red Rock Run Hanover, PA

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32 mi

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REGISTERED DAY CARE - There when you can't be. *Licensed Quality Home Daycare *Infant & Child CPR/First Aid Certified *Safe, Nurturing Environment *Full and Part Time Care *Age Appropriate/Preschool Activities *Large Fenced Yard with Swing Set *Quiet Neighborhood *South Hanover, 5 min from MD Line *South Western School District Sugarboot Lane Daycare opened in 2011, initially as a way to spend more time with my daughter before she headed off to school. It became that, and much more. This is…
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Care Member says "Miss Helen is absolutely amazing! My daughter has been enrolled for 2 years and can’t wait to go see her and all her friends each day. She has learned SOOO much, and they are always doing fun activities. Knowing she is cared for and loved makes my momma heart happy when I can’t be with her. You will feel like family walking in the door and Sugarboot Lane Family Daycare is hands down the best!"
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19455 Deerfield Ave Ste 101 Lansdowne, VA

32 mi

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1319 Tenaya Way NE Leesburg, VA

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32 mi

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We offer a unique Child Care Program inspired by the Montessori education methods where children will develop their cognitive, physical, social and emotional skills and parents will love!!! We provide an excellent care from an experienced provider in a clean and safe environment for 3 months to 4 years old. We are CPR and FIRST AID certified. We provide home cooked nutritious meals for the children for a stronger mind and body!! In addition to our program we provide Spanish by immersion…
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Erika S. says "We absolutely loved our experience here! Ms. Francis and her staff helped both of my kids from the very beginning, starting with infant sleeping and eating schedules all the way through potty training. They were always patient, caring, and supportive through every stage. The environment is so loving and welcoming, and it was clear every day how much Ms. Francis genuinely cares about the kids under her care. Both of our children were happy, well cared for, and learned so much…
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Recent preschool reviews from local parents

Preschools are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 45 listed preschools

7060 - La Petite Academy on Old Farm 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.

Grace Daycare

We absolutely cannot say enough wonderful things. She has cared for our child like she was her own. She creates a warm, loving & nurturing…

- Care member

7059 - La Petite Academy on Himes Avenue

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.

FAQs for finding preschools near you in Smithsburg, MD

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Smithsburg, 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 Smithsburg, MD for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Smithsburg, 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 Smithsburg, MD.

When looking for a preschool near you in Smithsburg, 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 Smithsburg, MD who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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