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49 Daycare Centers in Rockville, Maryland

Browse all 49 daycare centers in Rockville, Maryland. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rockville

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
    Rockville Nursery Schl
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    301 Adclare Rd, Rockville, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

    Rockville Nursery School & Kindergarten receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across multiple reviews. Parents praise the caring, dedicated staff, play-based curriculum, strong academic and social preparation for kindergarten, and welcoming community atmosphere created by director Sarah. The school offers enriching activities, excellent communication, and a well-maintained facility with an outstanding outdoor play area.

    Caring and passionate teachersexcellent director Sarahplay-based learning approachstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
  2. 2
    Shady Grove Metro Kidstop
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    15910 Somerville Dr, Rockville, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 103 children

    Shady Grove Metro KidStop in Rockville is highly rated by parents as an excellent daycare facility. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, the director Ms. Brandy's leadership, creative activities, and the overall nurturing environment. Children show significant developmental growth and parents report having strong peace of mind with their care.

    Kind and caring staffnurturing environmentcreative seasonal activitiesclean classrooms
  3. 3
    Little Friends Day Care Center
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    608 N Horners Ln, Rockville, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Little Friends Day Care Center in Rockville, Maryland receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and patient staff, long-term family relationships, inclusive accommodations for children with special needs, and practical services like meals and school transportation. Parents report their children are happy, learning well, and treated like family.

    Patient and loving staffaccommodates special needsprovides meals and transportationfamily-owned with 10+ years in business
  4. 4
    Broadman-Kaplan Ecc @ Tikvat Israel
    4.49 score
    4.7(12)

    2200 Baltimore Rd, Rockville, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 106 children

    Broadman-Kaplan ECC at Tikvat Israel is highly regarded as a warm, welcoming, and inclusive early childhood program within a progressive Jewish congregation. Parents praise the friendly community atmosphere, diverse membership, and quality programming, with programs beginning at 18 months. The facility also features unique amenities including its own yoga studio and wellness center.

    Warm and welcoming staffdiverse communityquality ECC programfriendly atmosphere
  5. 5
    Norbeck Montessori School
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    4500 Muncaster Mill Rd, Rockville, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 144 children

    Norbeck Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the school's strong academic preparation, nurturing environment, experienced staff, and comprehensive Montessori curriculum that supports overall child development. Multiple parents note their children's advanced academic skills upon entering elementary school.

    Experienced and dedicated teachersstrong academics in reading/math/writingnurturing and warm environmentwell-prepared classrooms
  6. 6
    Early Childhood Center
    4.47 score
    4.7(10)

    100 Welsh Park Dr, Rockville, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 47 children

    Early Childhood Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its nurturing, play-based learning environment and small class sizes. Parents consistently highlight the caring, responsive staff, strong kindergarten preparation, and sense of community. Children are reported to thrive socially and academically in this setting.

    Small class sizescaring and responsive teachersplay-based learning approachcreative activities (yoga
  7. 7
    First Baptist Ch Wkday Early Ed Ctr
    4.46 score
    4.6(17)

    55 Adclare Rd, Rockville, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children

    First Baptist Church Weekday Early Education Center is highly rated for its welcoming and family-friendly environment with a strong Bible-focused community. Parents praise the diverse congregation, children's ministry programs, and caring pastoral leadership. The facility appears to foster a sense of belonging and community for families.

    Welcoming environmentBible-focused curriculumdiverse communitychildren's ministry programs
  8. 8
    Little Genius Montessori Center
    4.43 score
    4.7(8)

    14315 Marian Dr, Rockville, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

    Little Genius Montessori Center is highly regarded by parents for its Chinese language immersion program combined with rigorous Montessori academics. Parents consistently praise the caring and patient teachers, individualized curriculum, and the significant developmental progress their children make, particularly in language acquisition and confidence-building.

    Chinese language immersioncaring and compassionate teacherspatient and responsive staffindividualized curriculum tailored to each child
  9. 9
    Mcca Park Street Learning Ctr
    4.35 score
    4.6(7)

    1010 Grandin Ave, Rockville, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 115 children

    MCCA Park Street Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, reliable staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight the play-based curriculum, strong teacher-student relationships, and dependable operations. One parent reported poor customer service from a specific staff member regarding before-care scheduling.

    Caring and welcoming staffreliable operationsplay-based curriculum led by children's interestsstrong teacher-child relationships
  10. 10
    Nanda Child Care Center
    4.28 score
    4.4(11)

    14910 Broschart Rd, Rockville, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children

    Nanda Child Care Center in Rockville, Maryland receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring and dedicated teachers, strong teacher-child relationships, engaging curriculum, and significant developmental progress in their children. One negative review cites concerns about teacher turnover, ownership priorities, and inconsistent parent communication.

    Caring and pati

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Rockville based on parent reviews

Rockville Nursery Schl

5(8)

301 Adclare Rd, Rockville, MD

Rockville Nursery School & Kindergarten receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across multiple reviews. Parents praise the caring, dedicated staff, play-based curriculum, strong academic and social preparation for kindergarten, and welcoming community atmosphere created by director Sarah. The school offers enriching activities, excellent communication, and a well-maintained facility with an outstanding outdoor play area.

Caring and passionate teachersexcellent director Sarahplay-based learning approach

Shady Grove Metro Kidstop

4.7(20)

15910 Somerville Dr, Rockville, MD

Shady Grove Metro KidStop in Rockville is highly rated by parents as an excellent daycare facility. Parents consistently praise the caring and attentive staff, the director Ms. Brandy's leadership, creative activities, and the overall nurturing environment. Children show significant developmental growth and parents report having strong peace of mind with their care.

Kind and caring staffnurturing environmentcreative seasonal activities

Little Friends Day Care Center

5(6)

608 N Horners Ln, Rockville, MD

Little Friends Day Care Center in Rockville, Maryland receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring and patient staff, long-term family relationships, inclusive accommodations for children with special needs, and practical services like meals and school transportation. Parents report their children are happy, learning well, and treated like family.

Patient and loving staffaccommodates special needsprovides meals and transportation

Broadman-Kaplan Ecc @ Tikvat Israel

4.7(12)

2200 Baltimore Rd, Rockville, MD

Broadman-Kaplan ECC at Tikvat Israel is highly regarded as a warm, welcoming, and inclusive early childhood program within a progressive Jewish congregation. Parents praise the friendly community atmosphere, diverse membership, and quality programming, with programs beginning at 18 months. The facility also features unique amenities including its own yoga studio and wellness center.

Warm and welcoming staffdiverse communityquality ECC program

Norbeck Montessori School

4.6(20)

4500 Muncaster Mill Rd, Rockville, MD

Norbeck Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the school's strong academic preparation, nurturing environment, experienced staff, and comprehensive Montessori curriculum that supports overall child development. Multiple parents note their children's advanced academic skills upon entering elementary school.

Experienced and dedicated teachersstrong academics in reading/math/writingnurturing and warm environment

Early Childhood Center

4.7(10)

100 Welsh Park Dr, Rockville, MD

Early Childhood Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its nurturing, play-based learning environment and small class sizes. Parents consistently highlight the caring, responsive staff, strong kindergarten preparation, and sense of community. Children are reported to thrive socially and academically in this setting.

Small class sizescaring and responsive teachersplay-based learning approach

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Daycare Centers in Rockville, Maryland

There are 49 daycare centers in Rockville, 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 Rockville, 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 Rockville

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Creative Playtime INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
512 N Horners Ln, Rockville, MD
Phone
(240) 328-6752
Gan Gurim
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5 Rollins Ct, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 770-7221
Georgetown Hill @ Nrc
Child Daycare & Preschools

Georgetown Hill @ NRC receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents praise the caring, responsive staff, strong communication, nurturing environment, and genuine community feel. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show clear developmental progress.

Warm and caring staffstrong parent-staff communicationresponsive administration
Address
11545 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 415-0777
Georgetown Hill Early Child Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools

Georgetown Hill Early Child Center in Rockville receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All available reviews are 5-star ratings praising the dedicated staff, modern facilities, strong focus on socio-emotional development, and welcoming atmosphere. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with particular praise for the center's inclusive approach to children with diverse developmental needs.

Dedicated and caring staffmodern and
Address
850 Nelson St, Rockville, MD
Phone
(240) 453-9047
Goddard School @ King Farm
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Goddard School of Rockville for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who create a strong sense of community. Children show significant academic, social, and emotional growth, and parents appreciate excellent communication through daily updates and frequent family events. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the school's outstanding care and educational quality.

Warm and caring teachersexcellent communication with parentsstrong academic curriculum
Address
900 Gaither Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 330-2300
International Playgroup
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
6308 Huntover Ln, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 770-4954
Kids After Hours @ Flower Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4615 Sunflower Dr, Rockville, MD
Phone
(240) 687-6210
Kinder Care Learning Ctr 1511
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KINDER CARE LEARNING CTR 1511 in Rockville for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting strong child development, engagement, and responsive leadership. Parents appreciate the center's educational programs, communication, flexibility, and the personal connection staff members build with both children and families.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong child development (socialemot
Address
16723 Crabbs Branch Way, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 990-7703
Little Hands Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
7309 Needwood Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 990-6874
Lyceum For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools

LYCEUM FOR KIDS receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its caring, flexible staff, homemade nutritious meals, outdoor playground, educational activities including Russian language instruction, and engaging performances for families.

Caring and attentive teachershomemade cooked foodRussian language immersion program
Address
13544 Glen Mill Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(240) 453-9790
Montrose Christian Cdc And Preschl
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5100 Randolph Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 770-5335
Nanda Children Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4507 Woodlark Pl, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 460-4035
Optimal Learning @ Montrose
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5721 Randolph Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 770-4233
Pathway Cdc @ Grettas Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4419 Muncaster Mill Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 924-0063
Primary Montessori Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
14138 Travilah Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 309-9532
Rdca/Brookhaven Child Dev Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4610 Renn St, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 460-7536
Rdca/Wintergreen Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
332 W Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 424-7522
White Flint Childrens House
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
11810 Parklawn Dr, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 230-9720
Alef Bet Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
11418 Old Georgetown Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 881-9010

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Frequently asked questions

There are 49 all daycares in Rockville, Maryland. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Rockville, 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 Rockville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rockville 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.