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26 Daycare Centers in Frederick, Maryland

Browse all 26 daycare centers in Frederick, Maryland. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Frederick

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

    6097 Spring Ridge Pkwy, Frederick, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 135 children

    Parents consistently praise Celebree Learning Center of Spring Ridge for its exceptional, caring staff with low turnover, clean and safe facility, and supportive learning environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the staff's kindness, patience, and genuine dedication to children's development and family relationships. The center is noted for engaging activities, field trips, and strong communication with parents.

    Experienced and caring stafflow staff turnoverclean facilitysafe environment
  2. 2

    1601 Wheyfield Dr, Frederick, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Frederick Country Day Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents and staff for its authentic Montessori approach, strong focus on practical life skills, and culturally rich curriculum. Parents highlight excellent communication, a warm and welcoming environment, and the director's active leadership as key strengths. The school has earned a reputation for fostering independence, confidence, and academic growth in children.

    Authentic Montessori curriculumpractical life skills developmentcultural diversity and enrichment activitiesmusic and language instruction
  3. 3

    123 Byte Dr, Frederick, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children

    Unable to provide daycare summary. The reviews submitted are for Immanuel Christian Church (ICC), not Maranatha Community Childcare Center. No actual daycare reviews are available to analyze.

    None mentioned
  4. 4
    Frederick Co Ymca Cdc
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    1000 N Market St, Frederick, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 129 children

    Parents praise the Frederick County YMCA CDC for its newly renovated, state-of-the-art facility and clean, well-maintained environment. Staff are consistently described as friendly and professional. The center offers excellent amenities including pools, fitness equipment, classes, and childcare services that parents find affordable and convenient.

    Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and professional staffstate-of-the-art equipmentmultiple pools
  5. 5

    2150 Old Farm Dr, Frederick, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children

    Parents consistently praise La Petite for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally, socially, and emotionally. Management is responsive to concerns and maintains strong communication with families. The inclusion of meals, diapers, and wipes, along with extended hours (6AM-6PM) and live camera access, are highly valued conveniences.

    Caring and invested staff with low turnoverresponsive management (Director Marian)strong parent-teacher communicationdevelopmental growth and learning opportunities
  6. 6
    The Learning Bee
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    8311 River Run Rd, Frederick, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 112 children

    The Learning Bee receives consistently high praise from parents who emphasize the caring, engaged teaching staff and strong developmental outcomes for children. Parents highlight excellent communication, a welcoming environment, and effective kindergarten preparation. One parent noted administrative issues and unmet summer activity expectations, though these were resolved.

    Caring and patient teachersstrong child development and learning outcomesresponsive communication with parentswelcoming environment
  7. 7

    10th & Motter Ave, Frederick, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents praise the YMCA Adjunct Program at Staley Park for its clean, well-maintained facility and friendly, professional staff. The renovated center offers excellent amenities including pools, fitness equipment, classes, and childcare services that parents find convenient and affordable.

    Spotless facilityfriendly and professional staffstate-of-the-art equipmentmultiple pools
  8. 8

    9085 Ridgefield Dr, Frederick, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 131 children

    La Petite Child Dev Center in Frederick receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, clean facilities, engaging curriculum, and strong communication through apps. However, two 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about child safety incidents, lack of supervision, staff management issues, and billing problems.

    Warm and welcoming environmentclean and organized facilityengaging curriculum with STEM educationnutritious meals and snacks provided
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    Meadows Montessori
    4.16 score
    4.2(18)

    185 Thomas Johnson Dr, Frederick, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    Parents consistently praise Meadows Montessori for its exceptional staff, nurturing Montessori-based curriculum, and warm community atmosphere. Children show significant developmental progress and enthusiasm for learning. The center maintains strong communication with parents through daily updates and observations.

    Dedicated and caring teachersMontessori philosophy and approachchild-centered learning environmentindividual attention to each child's development
  10. 10

    650 Himes Ave, Frederick, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 113 children

    La Petite Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising caring teachers, enriching activities, and parent communication tools. However, some parents report serious concerns including poor supervision, inadequate injury monitoring, staffing issues based on arrival times, and unresponsive management.

    Caring and patient teachersenriching activities (Fun Busdance classpetting zoo)

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Frederick based on parent reviews

Celebree Learning Center Of Spring Ridge

4.8(20)

6097 Spring Ridge Pkwy, Frederick, MD

Parents consistently praise Celebree Learning Center of Spring Ridge for its exceptional, caring staff with low turnover, clean and safe facility, and supportive learning environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the staff's kindness, patience, and genuine dedication to children's development and family relationships. The center is noted for engaging activities, field trips, and strong communication with parents.

Experienced and caring stafflow staff turnoverclean facility

Frederick Country Day Montessori School

4.7(20)

1601 Wheyfield Dr, Frederick, MD

Frederick Country Day Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents and staff for its authentic Montessori approach, strong focus on practical life skills, and culturally rich curriculum. Parents highlight excellent communication, a warm and welcoming environment, and the director's active leadership as key strengths. The school has earned a reputation for fostering independence, confidence, and academic growth in children.

Authentic Montessori curriculumpractical life skills developmentcultural diversity and enrichment activities

Maranatha Community Childcare Center

4.7(20)

123 Byte Dr, Frederick, MD

Unable to provide daycare summary. The reviews submitted are for Immanuel Christian Church (ICC), not Maranatha Community Childcare Center. No actual daycare reviews are available to analyze.

None mentioned

Frederick Co Ymca Cdc

4.5(20)

1000 N Market St, Frederick, MD

Parents praise the Frederick County YMCA CDC for its newly renovated, state-of-the-art facility and clean, well-maintained environment. Staff are consistently described as friendly and professional. The center offers excellent amenities including pools, fitness equipment, classes, and childcare services that parents find affordable and convenient.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and professional staffstate-of-the-art equipment

La Petite Child Care @ Old Farm

4.5(20)

2150 Old Farm Dr, Frederick, MD

Parents consistently praise La Petite for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally, socially, and emotionally. Management is responsive to concerns and maintains strong communication with families. The inclusion of meals, diapers, and wipes, along with extended hours (6AM-6PM) and live camera access, are highly valued conveniences.

Caring and invested staff with low turnoverresponsive management (Director Marian)strong parent-teacher communication

The Learning Bee

4.5(20)

8311 River Run Rd, Frederick, MD

The Learning Bee receives consistently high praise from parents who emphasize the caring, engaged teaching staff and strong developmental outcomes for children. Parents highlight excellent communication, a welcoming environment, and effective kindergarten preparation. One parent noted administrative issues and unmet summer activity expectations, though these were resolved.

Caring and patient teachersstrong child development and learning outcomesresponsive communication with parents

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Daycare Centers in Frederick, Maryland

There are 26 daycare centers in Frederick, 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 Frederick, 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 Frederick

Showing 26 results

Evangelical Lutheran Wee Folk School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
26 E 2nd St, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 663-5117
Hope Community Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
9411 Baltimore Rd, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 662-1303
Celebree Learning Center Of Spring Ridge
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Celebree Learning Center of Spring Ridge for its exceptional, caring staff with low turnover, clean and safe facility, and supportive learning environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the staff's kindness, patience, and genuine dedication to children's development and family relationships. The center is noted for engaging activities, field trips, and strong communication with parents.

Experienced and caring stafflow staff turnoverclean facility
Address
6097 Spring Ridge Pkwy, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 668-9881
Frederick Country Day Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Frederick Country Day Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents and staff for its authentic Montessori approach, strong focus on practical life skills, and culturally rich curriculum. Parents highlight excellent communication, a warm and welcoming environment, and the director's active leadership as key strengths. The school has earned a reputation for fostering independence, confidence, and academic growth in children.

Authentic Montessori curriculumpractical life skills developmentcultural diversity and enrichment activities
Address
1601 Wheyfield Dr, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 694-7000
Maranatha Community Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Unable to provide daycare summary. The reviews submitted are for Immanuel Christian Church (ICC), not Maranatha Community Childcare Center. No actual daycare reviews are available to analyze.

None mentioned
Address
123 Byte Dr, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 663-5444
Frederick Co Ymca Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise the Frederick County YMCA CDC for its newly renovated, state-of-the-art facility and clean, well-maintained environment. Staff are consistently described as friendly and professional. The center offers excellent amenities including pools, fitness equipment, classes, and childcare services that parents find affordable and convenient.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and professional staffstate-of-the-art equipment
Address
1000 N Market St, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 663-5131
La Petite Child Care @ Old Farm
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise La Petite for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally, socially, and emotionally. Management is responsive to concerns and maintains strong communication with families. The inclusion of meals, diapers, and wipes, along with extended hours (6AM-6PM) and live camera access, are highly valued conveniences.

Caring and invested staff with low turnoverresponsive management (Director Marian)strong parent-teacher communication
Address
2150 Old Farm Dr, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 694-2322
The Learning Bee
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Learning Bee receives consistently high praise from parents who emphasize the caring, engaged teaching staff and strong developmental outcomes for children. Parents highlight excellent communication, a welcoming environment, and effective kindergarten preparation. One parent noted administrative issues and unmet summer activity expectations, though these were resolved.

Caring and patient teachersstrong child development and learning outcomesresponsive communication with parents
Address
8311 River Run Rd, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 695-1133
Ymca Adjunct Program @ Staley Pk
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise the YMCA Adjunct Program at Staley Park for its clean, well-maintained facility and friendly, professional staff. The renovated center offers excellent amenities including pools, fitness equipment, classes, and childcare services that parents find convenient and affordable.

Spotless facilityfriendly and professional staffstate-of-the-art equipment
Address
10th & Motter Ave, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 620-7874
La Petite Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

La Petite Child Dev Center in Frederick receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, clean facilities, engaging curriculum, and strong communication through apps. However, two 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about child safety incidents, lack of supervision, staff management issues, and billing problems.

Warm and welcoming environmentclean and organized facilityengaging curriculum with STEM education
Address
9085 Ridgefield Dr, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 698-7338
Meadows Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Meadows Montessori for its exceptional staff, nurturing Montessori-based curriculum, and warm community atmosphere. Children show significant developmental progress and enthusiasm for learning. The center maintains strong communication with parents through daily updates and observations.

Dedicated and caring teachersMontessori philosophy and approachchild-centered learning environment
Address
185 Thomas Johnson Dr, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 662-8910
La Petite Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

La Petite Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising caring teachers, enriching activities, and parent communication tools. However, some parents report serious concerns including poor supervision, inadequate injury monitoring, staffing issues based on arrival times, and unresponsive management.

Caring and patient teachersenriching activities (Fun Busdance class
Address
650 Himes Ave, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 695-7227
Childrens World Elc Of Frederick
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Children's World ELC of Frederick for its caring, patient staff and welcoming environment. The facility is noted for supporting children's development across various areas including speech and social skills, with engaging activities both during the school year and summer. Multiple reviews highlight that a recent change in management improved the center's quality.

Patient and supportive staffwelcoming environmentchild development support (speech
Address
419 Burck St, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 662-3004
Circle Of Life Co-Op Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
4880 Elmer Derr Rd, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 473-7680
Frederick Heights Stepping Stone Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
1070 Greenwall Pl, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 662-4242
Carl & Norma Miller Cc @ Fcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7932 Oppossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 846-2612
Celebree Learning Centers Of Frederick
Child Daycare & Preschools

Celebree Learning Centers of Frederick in Maryland has received exclusively positive reviews from parents. All reviewers praised the caring, attentive teachers, age-appropriate curriculum, and welcoming environment where children thrive socially and emotionally. Parents consistently noted their children are happy to attend and they feel confident in the quality of care provided.

Caring and attentive teacherswelcoming staffage-appropriate curriculum
Address
5820 Ballenger Creek Pike, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 620-9990
Goddard School Urbana
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Goddard School Urbana for exceptional care, developmental support, and educational programs across all age groups. Reviewers highlight the attentive, invested staff, involved ownership, and positive long-term outcomes for their children's social, emotional, and academic development. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children over many years, indicating strong satisfaction and trust.

Caring and creative teachersstrong infant and toddler programsdevelopmental progress
Address
3825 Carriage Hill Dr, Frederick, MD
Phone
(240) 699-0006
Judy Hoyer Center @ Waverly
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
201 Waverly Dr, Frederick, MD
Phone
(240) 236-3935
Kiddie Academy Of Whittier
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2403 Whittier Dr, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 620-7790
Kinder Care Learning Ctr 1718
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Westview KinderCare for exceptional teacher care and attention to children across all age groups. Multiple families report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in the facility, with staff being communicative, nurturing, and genuinely invested in child development. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no complaints mentioned.

Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-parent communicationregular progress updates and photos
Address
313 Ballenger Center Dr, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 631-1174
Kinder Care Learning Ctr 331
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare at Taney Ave in Frederick for warm, nurturing staff who provide excellent care and developmental support. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents appreciate daily updates, clean facilities, and structured activities. All 10 reviews rate the center 5/5 stars.

Staff warmth and professionalismchild development progressdaily photo/video updates
Address
1420 Taney Ave, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 694-7544
Kindercare Learning Ctr 1156
Child Daycare & Preschools

KinderCare Learning Center in Frederick receives consistently excellent reviews from parents. All 10 reviews rate the center 5/5 stars, praising the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, strong communication through photos and app updates, and engaging activities that support child development.

Caring and experienced staffresponsive director and teachersclean facility
Address
110 Willowdale Dr, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 695-9088
Kindercare Westview
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Kindercare Westview for caring, nurturing staff who provide attentive individualized care and regular communication. Multiple families have enrolled their children for years and report feeling confident and comfortable leaving their children in the center's hands. Children are described as happy, excited to attend, and making strong developmental progress.

Caring and loving teachersstrong staff-parent communicationdaily updates and photos
Address
5220 Chairmans Ct, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 631-1722
Lincoln Elem Ymca Kid'S Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
200 Madison St, Frederick, MD
Phone
(240) 236-2650
The Goddard School
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School in Frederick receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the caring staff, strong curriculum, individual attention to children, and safe learning environment. Parents report significant developmental progress and describe the overall experience as exceptional.

caring and attentive teachersindividual attention to childrenstrong curriculum
Address
2080 Yellow Springs Rd, Frederick, MD
Phone
(301) 631-6699

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Frequently asked questions

There are 26 all daycares in Frederick, Maryland. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Frederick, 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
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 Frederick for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Frederick 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.