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345 Daycare Centers in Baltimore, Maryland

Browse all 345 daycare centers in Baltimore, Maryland. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Baltimore

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    6011 Moravia Park Dr, Baltimore, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Greater Grace Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and spiritually. The center is commended for small class sizes, strong parent communication, Christian values emphasis, and affordable pricing.

    caring and kind staffsmall class sizes with individualized attentionChristian-based curriculu
  2. 2

    1401 Edmondson Ave, Baltimore, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    Rise N Shine Infant/Toddler Daycare Center in Baltimore receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, patient staff—particularly owner/teachers Sumaira and Kiani—for creating a warm, family-oriented environment where children feel safe, loved, and supported in their development.

    Caring and patient staffwarm and welcoming environmentsafe and clean facilityfamily-oriented atmosphere
  3. 3

    101 N Kenwood Ave, Baltimore, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

    Life Prep Early Learning Center receives universal 5-star praise from parents for its nurturing, play-based curriculum and caring staff led by owner Ms. Cenita. Parents consistently report significant developmental growth in their children's academic, social, emotional, and communication skills, with many noting their children were well-prepared for kindergarten. The center is also commended for its community engagement, inclusive support for children with special needs, and

  4. 4

    5218 Wabash Ave, Baltimore, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children

    Parents consistently praise The New Rogers Ave Day Nursery for its educational approach, patient and caring staff, and noticeable developmental progress in their children. The facility is described as more than a daycare, with qualified teachers who provide a strong academic foundation and individualized attention. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction with their experience.

    Educational curriculumspeech and language developmentvocabulary growthpatient and caring teachers
  5. 5

    3000 Chesterfield Ave, Baltimore, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

    Happy Hearts & Bright Minds receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the warm, family-oriented environment, excellent staff communication, and genuine care provided to children. The center is credited with helping children feel comfortable, safe, and engaged in learning.

    Warm and welcoming staffexcellent daily communicationcaring teachers who go above and beyondsafe environment
  6. 6

    10003 Bird River Rd, Baltimore, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    This appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming community, friendly clergy (particularly Fr. Kevin and Fr. Patrick), clean facilities, and inclusive atmosphere. All reviews are 5-star ratings.

    Friendly and diverse parishionerswelcoming communityaccessible facilitiesclean sanitary surroundings
  7. 7
    Relay Childrens Center
    4.69 score
    5(11)

    1620 S Rolling Rd, Baltimore, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Relay Children's Center in Baltimore receives consistently high praise from parents who report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and thriving developmentally. Parents highlight the dedicated staff, engaging daily activities, large outdoor playground, and structured learning that prepares children for kindergarten.

    friendly and nurturing stafflarge playground with frequent outdoor timevaried daily activities and craftsholiday parties
  8. 8
    Sandi'S Christian Center
    4.65 score
    4.9(13)

    1701 N Ellamont St, Baltimore, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 240 children

    Parents consistently praise Sandi's Christian Center for providing a safe, welcoming environment for children in West Baltimore with a 50+ year history of community service. The center offers after-school programs, homework help, Christian education, and has positively impacted numerous families and children's lives. Staff members are highly regarded for their dedication and care.

    Safe environmentChristian values and biblical educationafter-school programshomework assistance
  9. 9

    630 N Linwood Ave, Baltimore, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Note: The reviews provided appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. The one review mentioning childcare praises the staff's care, teaching passion, and diverse environment. All reviews are 5-star ratings.

    Children well cared forpassionate teaching staffloving environmentdiverse setting
  10. 10
    One Step Up INC
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    2751 Walbrook Ave, Baltimore, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    Reviews praise One Step Up Inc for comprehensive health and social services including free STI/STD testing, medication assistance, case management, and resource coordination. Staff are consistently described as caring, professional, and non-judgmental. The organization is noted for its community impact and accessibility through evening hours and online appointment scheduling.

    Free STI/STD testing with same-day resultsfriendly and professional staffclean facilitiesquick and easy appointment process

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Baltimore based on parent reviews

Greater Grace Learning Center

5(20)

6011 Moravia Park Dr, Baltimore, MD

Greater Grace Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving academically and spiritually. The center is commended for small class sizes, strong parent communication, Christian values emphasis, and affordable pricing.

caring and kind staffsmall class sizes with individualized attentionChristian-based curriculu

Rise N Shine Inf/Todd Daycare Center

5(19)

1401 Edmondson Ave, Baltimore, MD

Rise N Shine Infant/Toddler Daycare Center in Baltimore receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, patient staff—particularly owner/teachers Sumaira and Kiani—for creating a warm, family-oriented environment where children feel safe, loved, and supported in their development.

Caring and patient staffwarm and welcoming environmentsafe and clean facility

Patterson Park Child Care

5(17)

101 N Kenwood Ave, Baltimore, MD

Life Prep Early Learning Center receives universal 5-star praise from parents for its nurturing, play-based curriculum and caring staff led by owner Ms. Cenita. Parents consistently report significant developmental growth in their children's academic, social, emotional, and communication skills, with many noting their children were well-prepared for kindergarten. The center is also commended for its community engagement, inclusive support for children with special needs, and

The New Rogers Ave Day Nursery

5(14)

5218 Wabash Ave, Baltimore, MD

Parents consistently praise The New Rogers Ave Day Nursery for its educational approach, patient and caring staff, and noticeable developmental progress in their children. The facility is described as more than a daycare, with qualified teachers who provide a strong academic foundation and individualized attention. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction with their experience.

Educational curriculumspeech and language developmentvocabulary growth

Happy Hearts Daycare Center

4.9(20)

3000 Chesterfield Ave, Baltimore, MD

Happy Hearts & Bright Minds receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the warm, family-oriented environment, excellent staff communication, and genuine care provided to children. The center is credited with helping children feel comfortable, safe, and engaged in learning.

Warm and welcoming staffexcellent daily communicationcaring teachers who go above and beyond

Our Lady Of Mt Carmel Childrens Center

4.9(20)

10003 Bird River Rd, Baltimore, MD

This appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming community, friendly clergy (particularly Fr. Kevin and Fr. Patrick), clean facilities, and inclusive atmosphere. All reviews are 5-star ratings.

Friendly and diverse parishionerswelcoming communityaccessible facilities

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Daycare Centers in Baltimore, Maryland

There are 345 daycare centers in Baltimore, Maryland. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Baltimore, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Baltimore

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Ymca Of Central Md Towson Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

This facility receives consistently high praise for its comprehensive amenities and welcoming environment. Parents appreciate the spacious, well-maintained grounds with multiple activity options including pools, gyms, sports courts, and classes for all ages. The staff is described as friendly, helpful, and professional, with strong community focus.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiesmultiple poolsgym equipment
Address
600 W Chesapeake Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 494-7778
Earthly Angels Ccc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
3019 Virginia Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 542-0107
Govans Presbyterian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
5826 York Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 435-8189
Kids First Child Development#
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
5305 Sipple Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 488-8590
Learning Matter LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
600 W North Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 225-3113
Learning Matters II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
5820 York Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 225-3113
Dundalk Un Meth Child Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Our Little Blessings (OLB) is a highly-rated center-based daycare in Dundalk where parents consistently report their children thrive in a safe, clean, and nurturing environment. Parents praise the caring staff, structured learning activities, secure facilities, and excellent daily communication through an app. Multiple families note significant developmental progress and improvements in their children's behavior and skills.

Caring and attentive staffdaily photo and activity updates via appage-appropriate lesson plans
Address
6903 Mornington Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 282-4787
Little Blessings Cc & Dev Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Our Little Blessings as an exceptional daycare with caring, attentive staff who treat children like family. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents appreciating daily communication through apps, photos, and detailed updates. The facility is described as clean, safe, and offering age-appropriate activities with creative lesson plans.

Caring and attentive staffdaily photos and updates via appclean facility
Address
6419 A York Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 377-2800
Little Treasures Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Little Treasures Day Care in Baltimore receives consistently high praise from parents across all 10 reviews. Parents highlight the caring, experienced staff, engaging curriculum, and warm, family-like environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. Multiple parents report their children have attended for years and continue to speak fondly of the center.

Experienced and caring staff (Ms. SharonMs. Shervonaand male mentors mentioned specifically)
Address
194 German Hill Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 284-7866
Downtown Balto Child Care Univ Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Downtown Balto Child Care receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising caring and professional staff, good teacher-to-child ratios, and convenient location near the hospital and downtown. One parent reported poor customer service, but most reviews highlight overall satisfaction with the facility.

caring and professional teachersgood teacher-to-child ratiosresponsive administration
Address
237 N Arch St, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 659-0515
Empowering Minds Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Empowering Minds Child Dev Center receives consistently high praise from clients for exceptional support and resources. Reviewers highlight caring staff members who go above and beyond, with many crediting the program for significant personal growth and improved independence. The facility is recognized as a valuable community resource for mental health services and support.

Compassionate and attentive staffexcellent communicationabove-and-beyond service
Address
4408 Maine Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 367-5763
Good Samaritan Hospital Ccc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews appear to be for MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital, not a daycare center. All 10 reviews are from patients praising hospital care, emergency services, rehabilitation therapy, and medical staff—not childcare services.

Professional and knowledgeable doctorskind and attentive nursing staffcompassionate care
Address
5601 Loch Raven Blvd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(443) 444-4553
Little Discoveries
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
616 Wyanoke Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 433-3733
Apple Tree Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Apple Tree Childcare has received mostly positive reviews praising experienced, caring staff and long-term teacher stability under current management by Fati (20+ years). However, one parent reported significant staff turnover following a previous director's departure, along with unresolved deposit refund issues and lack of communication during a facility closure.

Kind and caring teacherslong-term staff stabilityhelpful management
Address
5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 6 &, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 719-1411
Cuddles Day Care LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Cuddles Day Care LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the safe, caring environment and quality educational programs. Parents highlight friendly staff, developmental activities, and children's enthusiasm about attending. One parent raised concerns about billing practices and dispute resolution with management.

Safe and caring environmentPre-K program qualitypotty training assistance
Address
505 Gun Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 247-4747
Shawns Little Steppers 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
8301 Liberty Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(443) 426-6434
University Student Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This listing appears to be for Towson University, not a daycare center. The reviews discuss university facilities, academics, and student life rather than childcare services. There is a significant mismatch between the daycare classification and the actual reviewed institution.

Clean and well-maintained campusmodern facilitiesknowledgeable and approachable staff
Address
8000 York Rd, Lida Lee Tall Bl, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 704-2652
Family Rainbow Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Family Rainbow Daycare Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its clean, safe environment and quality educational programming. Parents highlight the caring staff, strong communication, and measurable developmental progress in children across academics, speech, and social skills. Director Mrs. House is frequently commended for her dedication, expertise, and flexibility in accommodating families.

Clean and safe environmentcaring and professional staffstrong academic focus
Address
3616 N Rogers Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 448-1888
Holabird Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Holabird Early Learning Center receives overwhelming praise from parents, with four 5-star reviews highlighting the staff's dedication, nurturing environment, and children's happiness and development. One parent reported serious scheduling and professionalism issues, including a missed tour appointment where the facility was closed.

Caring and invested staffclean and organized facilitystrong parent communication
Address
6618 Holabird Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 631-7370
Kidz Incorporated
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

These reviews appear to be for an auto repair shop (EZ-GO Service) rather than a daycare center. There is a data mismatch between the daycare information provided and the actual reviews listed.

None applicable - reviews are for a different business
Address
5276 Park Heights Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 664-5439
Kings Kids Early Learning Dev Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Kings Kids Early Learning Dev Ctr receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, educational curriculum, and enriching activities. However, one parent raised serious safety concerns regarding unlocked doors and unprofessional conduct, while another noted inconsistency in staff friendliness and responsiveness.

Caring and kind staffwelcoming director (Ms. Robin)clean facilities
Address
4100 Frankford Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 488-6062
Learning To Blossom Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Learning to Blossom Child Care Center for its nurturing environment, attentive staff, and individualized child development. Multiple reviewers highlight staff member Shannon's exceptional care and the center's success with speech therapy and potty training. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and engaged in daily learning activities.

Nurturing and caring environmentattentive staffindividualized attention for each child
Address
834 Guilford Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(443) 527-0062
Safe Haven Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

SAFE HAVEN TOO appears to be a food pantry rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the facility as a well-organized community resource with friendly, professional staff and leadership. Visitors appreciate the food assistance services and the spiritual environment provided by Pastor Samuels and the team.

Professional and friendly staffwell-organized and efficient operationshelpful social workers and case managers
Address
2422 W Patapsco Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 525-0099
Stars Of Tomorrow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2750 W Franklin St, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 945-7682
B Angels Christian Early Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

B Angels Christian Early Learning Center in Baltimore receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the family-oriented environment, professional staff led by Mrs. High, and significant developmental progress in their children's academic and social skills. The center is noted for cleanliness, care quality, and long-term retention of satisfied families.

Family-based environmentprofessional and friendly staffstrong leadership by Mrs. High and co-owner
Address
3016 Greenmount Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 235-1110
Bethlehem Christian Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
6420 Belair Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 254-8300
Excel Child Care Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

EXCEL CHILD CARE CENTER INC in Baltimore receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating 5 stars. Parents commend the caring staff, safe learning environment, quality food, and reliable transportation to schools. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents express high satisfaction with both before and after school care.

caring and attentive staffsafe learning environmentquality food
Address
701 Cherry Hill Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 355-6436
Fountain Of Life Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
5714 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 444-2828
Incubed Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2604 Evergreen Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(443) 740-3259
The Early Learning & Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
7412 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 444-1485

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Frequently asked questions

There are 345 all daycares in Baltimore, Maryland. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Baltimore, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Maryland's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Maryland)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Baltimore offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 343 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Maryland typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Baltimore for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Baltimore must be licensed by Maryland's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.