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21 Daycare Centers in Waldorf, Maryland

Browse all 21 daycare centers in Waldorf, Maryland. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Waldorf

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
    Family Life Daycare
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    11150 Berry Road, Waldorf, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for Calvery Gospel Church, a religious organization in Waldorf, Maryland. No actual daycare reviews are available for Family Life Daycare.

    None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare listed
  2. 2

    3150 Middletown Rd, Waldorf, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center listed. Instead, they are reviews for Lighthouse Baptist Church, covering worship services, community outreach, and church atmosphere rather than childcare services.

    Welcoming and loving communitystrong pastoral leadershipcommunity service programscomfortable atmosphere
  3. 3
    Happy Faces Early Lrn Ctr
    4.47 score
    4.6(19)

    12605 Mattawoman Dr, Waldorf, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Happy Faces Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, attentive staff and safe, clean facilities. Parents highlight the center's responsiveness to family needs, including special accommodations, flexible enrollment options, and strong communication through daily updates. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially in a nurturing environment.

    Caring and warm staffclean and safe facilityresponsive leadershipflexible drop-i
  4. 4

    305 E Smallwood Dr, Waldorf, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 118 children

    Good Shepherd Education Center in Waldorf, Maryland has overwhelmingly positive reviews (9 five-star ratings) praising exceptional staff, strong educational outcomes, and welcoming environment. One parent reported a negative experience citing insufficient support for their shy daughter and lack of comfort for crying children.

    Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-student relationshipshelps shy children build confidence and social skillsexcellent communicatio
  5. 5

    2900 Smallwood Dr West, Waldorf, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Parents consistently praise Another Inspired Day Learning Center (AIDLC) for its family-oriented, faith-based environment with attentive and caring staff led by Director Ms. Adrian. Children show strong developmental progress in academics, social skills, and emotional growth while parents appreciate the cleanliness, safety, structured learning activities, and excellent communication through an easy-to-use app. The facility is described as a welcoming community where children thrive and families feel supported.

    Attentive and caring stafffaith-based Christian environmentstrong developmental progress in childrenstructured learning activities and curriculum
  6. 6

    78 Industrial Park Dr, Waldorf, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 108 children

    Parents consistently praise Childtime Waldorf as an excellent daycare center with caring, professional staff and a clean, engaging learning environment. All reviewers highlight strong teacher-child relationships, comprehensive curriculum, and effective communication with parents. Multiple families report their children have thrived academically and socially, with some advancing early to kindergarten.

    Caring and professional staffclean facilitystrong curriculum across reading/writing/math/scienceattentive teachers
  7. 7

    3610 Leonardtown Rd, Waldorf, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    This daycare has extremely polarized reviews. Seven parents gave 5-star ratings praising caring staff, educational activities, cleanliness, and strong parent-child relationships. However, three parents gave 1-star ratings citing serious concerns including inadequate supervision, poor hygiene/sanitation, lack of parent communication, and safety incidents.

    Caring and professional staffeducational programs including sign language and Spanishclean facilityengaging

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Waldorf based on parent reviews

Family Life Daycare

4.7(20)

11150 Berry Road, Waldorf, MD

The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for Calvery Gospel Church, a religious organization in Waldorf, Maryland. No actual daycare reviews are available for Family Life Daycare.

None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare listed

Lighthouse Quality Christian Childcare C

4.6(20)

3150 Middletown Rd, Waldorf, MD

The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center listed. Instead, they are reviews for Lighthouse Baptist Church, covering worship services, community outreach, and church atmosphere rather than childcare services.

Welcoming and loving communitystrong pastoral leadershipcommunity service programs

Happy Faces Early Lrn Ctr

4.6(19)

12605 Mattawoman Dr, Waldorf, MD

Happy Faces Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, attentive staff and safe, clean facilities. Parents highlight the center's responsiveness to family needs, including special accommodations, flexible enrollment options, and strong communication through daily updates. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially in a nurturing environment.

Caring and warm staffclean and safe facilityresponsive leadership

Good Shepherd Education Center

4.7(10)

305 E Smallwood Dr, Waldorf, MD

Good Shepherd Education Center in Waldorf, Maryland has overwhelmingly positive reviews (9 five-star ratings) praising exceptional staff, strong educational outcomes, and welcoming environment. One parent reported a negative experience citing insufficient support for their shy daughter and lack of comfort for crying children.

Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-student relationshipshelps shy children build confidence and social skills

Lakeside Child Care Center

4.3(12)

2900 Smallwood Dr West, Waldorf, MD

Parents consistently praise Another Inspired Day Learning Center (AIDLC) for its family-oriented, faith-based environment with attentive and caring staff led by Director Ms. Adrian. Children show strong developmental progress in academics, social skills, and emotional growth while parents appreciate the cleanliness, safety, structured learning activities, and excellent communication through an easy-to-use app. The facility is described as a welcoming community where children thrive and families feel supported.

Attentive and caring stafffaith-based Christian environmentstrong developmental progress in children

New Horizon Cdc

5(1)

2200 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD

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Daycare Centers in Waldorf, Maryland

There are 21 daycare centers in Waldorf, 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 Waldorf, 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 Waldorf

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New Horizon Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2200 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 843-9632
Waldorf Baptist Kind & Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10045 Bunker Hill Rd, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 645-5030
Family Life Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for Calvery Gospel Church, a religious organization in Waldorf, Maryland. No actual daycare reviews are available for Family Life Daycare.

None - reviews are for a churchnot the daycare listed
Address
11150 Berry Road, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 843-0639
Good Shepherd Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Good Shepherd Education Center in Waldorf, Maryland has overwhelmingly positive reviews (9 five-star ratings) praising exceptional staff, strong educational outcomes, and welcoming environment. One parent reported a negative experience citing insufficient support for their shy daughter and lack of comfort for crying children.

Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-student relationshipshelps shy children build confidence and social skills
Address
305 E Smallwood Dr, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 645-7550
Happy Faces Early Lrn Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Happy Faces Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, attentive staff and safe, clean facilities. Parents highlight the center's responsiveness to family needs, including special accommodations, flexible enrollment options, and strong communication through daily updates. Children are reported to thrive academically and socially in a nurturing environment.

Caring and warm staffclean and safe facilityresponsive leadership
Address
12605 Mattawoman Dr, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 645-0070
Lighthouse Quality Christian Childcare C
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center listed. Instead, they are reviews for Lighthouse Baptist Church, covering worship services, community outreach, and church atmosphere rather than childcare services.

Welcoming and loving communitystrong pastoral leadershipcommunity service programs
Address
3150 Middletown Rd, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 893-2283
Jelly Beans Cdc II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
4167 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 705-9794
Lakeside Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Another Inspired Day Learning Center (AIDLC) for its family-oriented, faith-based environment with attentive and caring staff led by Director Ms. Adrian. Children show strong developmental progress in academics, social skills, and emotional growth while parents appreciate the cleanliness, safety, structured learning activities, and excellent communication through an easy-to-use app. The facility is described as a welcoming community where children thrive and families feel supported.

Attentive and caring stafffaith-based Christian environmentstrong developmental progress in children
Address
2900 Smallwood Dr West, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 374-6685
Childtime Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Childtime Waldorf as an excellent daycare center with caring, professional staff and a clean, engaging learning environment. All reviewers highlight strong teacher-child relationships, comprehensive curriculum, and effective communication with parents. Multiple families report their children have thrived academically and socially, with some advancing early to kindergarten.

Caring and professional staffclean facilitystrong curriculum across reading/writing/math/science
Address
78 Industrial Park Dr, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 645-7905
Childrens Center For Discovery Waldorf
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

This daycare has extremely polarized reviews. Seven parents gave 5-star ratings praising caring staff, educational activities, cleanliness, and strong parent-child relationships. However, three parents gave 1-star ratings citing serious concerns including inadequate supervision, poor hygiene/sanitation, lack of parent communication, and safety incidents.

Caring and professional staffeducational programs including sign language and Spanishclean facility
Address
3610 Leonardtown Rd, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 843-1010
Ccdcs/Alphabest @ Diggs
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2615 Davis Rd, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 374-2537
Ccdcs/Alphabest @ Neal
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
12105 St Georges Dr, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 374-9316
Children Of America Waldorf
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise CHILDREN OF AMERICA WALDORF for exceptional teacher care, strong communication, and child development. Multiple reviews highlight specific teachers by name as loving, attentive, and professional. The center uses the Tadpoles app for daily updates and takes special needs like allergies very seriously.

Caring and attentive staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsage-appropriate curriculum
Address
177 St Patricks Dr, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 843-1003
Grace Christian Academy Of Md Inf Ctr#
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
13000 Zekiah Dr, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 645-0406
Imaginations Early Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2090 Crain Hgwy, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 632-3074
Kinder Care Learning Ctr 1229
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Waldorf for its caring, professional staff and family-like atmosphere. Multiple reviewers highlight significant improvements in their children's behavior, confidence, and development after enrolling. Many families report feeling reassured and at ease leaving their children in this center's care.

Warm and compassionate staffstrong leadership by directors Ms. Teri and Ms. Kellyclean and safe environment
Address
2011 Smallwood Dr West, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 843-8485
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center in Waldorf for its safe, clean environment and attentive staff who provide excellent developmental support and educational programming. The center is commended for strong communication, professional management, and creating a nurturing atmosphere where children thrive academically and socially.

Strong safety measures with key fob entry systemdaily sanitization of toys and facilitiesattentive staff with consis
Address
3999 St Marks Dr, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 645-1444
La Petite Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in Waldorf receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and family-oriented environment. Parents highlight strong communication, developmental progress, and a warm atmosphere where children thrive. The center is noted for accommodating special needs and maintaining open dialogue with families.

Caring and professional staffexcellent communication via apps and daily updatesstrong developmental and social-emotional growth
Address
100 Smallwood Dr East, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 645-6632
New Hope Church Of God Kiddie Kollege
Church Daycare
Address
4200 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 843-3887
North Point Early Child Train
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2500 Davis Rd, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 753-1759
The Goddard School Of Waldorf
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Waldorf receives universally positive feedback from parents and staff. Reviews highlight exceptional care, nurturing environment, strong teacher-child relationships, and clear communication. Children show measurable academic and social-emotional growth in a welcoming community setting.

Caring and dedicated staffsafe and clean facilitystrong communication with parents
Address
7005 St Florian Dr, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 638-9777

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Frequently asked questions

There are 21 all daycares in Waldorf, Maryland. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Waldorf, 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
Waldorf offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 20 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Waldorf for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Waldorf 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.