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1,549 Daycare Centers in Maryland

Browse 1,549 daycare centers across Maryland. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Maryland

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Maryland can make the decision-making process smoother.

Maryland has about 1,549 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Maryland. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Maryland

There are 1,549 daycares in Maryland: 2 headstart facilities, 0 before/after school centers, 22 religious facility daycares, and 1,525 childcare and preschool centers.

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The Early Learning & Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
7412 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 444-1485
Imaginations Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Imaginations Early Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise excellent care, staff, cleanliness, and learning environment. However, negative reviews document serious concerns including unsafe classroom transitions without parental input, poor communication, staff conduct issues, and retaliatory disenrollment practices.

Caring and educated staffclean facilitystrong learning environment
Address
21310 Great Mills Rd Unit D, Great Mills, MD
Phone
(301) 737-0083
Middleton Lane Child Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
5721 Middleton Ln, Temple Hills, MD
Phone
(301) 899-7561
Tabernacle Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Tabernacle Learning Center is a Christ-centered daycare in Laurel, Maryland with overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff warmth, educational quality, and kindergarten preparation. However, one parent reported serious concerns about an incident of physical aggression toward their child that was not disclosed to parents and questioned whether racial bias was involved.

Faith-based Christian environmentcaring and attentive staffstrong academic instruction (rea
Address
11601 S Laurel Dr, Laurel, MD
Phone
(301) 490-5665
University For Tots
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

University For Tots receives mostly positive reviews praising staff dedication, educational activities, and family-like care environment. However, two negative reviews cite serious safety concerns including inadequate supervision and staffing ratios that allegedly violate state regulations.

Patient and attentive teacherssafe and nurturing environmenteducational enrichment activities
Address
2403 Whitehall St, Suitland, MD
Phone
(301) 516-2229
World Of Fun Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

World of Fun Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the staff, cleanliness, and curriculum. However, one parent reported serious concerns including facility maintenance issues, staff conduct problems, and child safety incidents.

friendly and responsive staffclean facilitywell-designed curriculum
Address
2904 Testway Ave, Fort Washington, MD
Phone
(301) 248-0059
Kids Time Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Kids Time Out for exceptional staff care, responsiveness, and flexibility across multiple program types. The facility is noted for engaging activities, cleanliness, and creating a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive. Staff members like Ashley and Jake are specifically highlighted for their dedication and communication with families.

Kind and attentive staffresponsive communicationsafe and loving environment
Address
5809 Clarksville Square Dr, Clarksville, MD
Phone
(410) 531-3858
Advent Child Development Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents overwhelmingly praise Forest Hill Nature Preschool for its outdoor-focused, play-based curriculum and caring staff led by owner Lavonne. The facility emphasizes nature education, animals, enrichment activities, and emotional development. One parent reported staff disorganization and cited concerns about staff diversity.

Outdoor time dailynature-based curriculumclassroom animals
Address
2230 Rock Spring Rd, Forest Hill, MD
Phone
(410) 638-9445
Churchville Day Care Nursery
Church Daycare
4.2

Parents consistently praise Churchville Day Care Nursery for its caring, professional staff and strong leadership team. The facility has undergone significant improvements under new management, with parents noting increased engagement, consistency, and cleanliness. All reviewers highlight trust in staff, effective communication through the daily app, nutritious meals, and safe environments.

Warm and caring staffstrong management team (LisaChassidy
Address
2842 Churchville Rd, Churchville, MD
Phone
(410) 836-2148
Lagarderie Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Childtime for its caring, professional staff and strong leadership under current management. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-prepared for kindergarten. The facility emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and communication through a daily app with photos and live camera feeds.

Warm and dedicated staffresponsive managementexcellent communication and daily app updates
Address
2219 E Churchville Rd, Bel Air, MD
Phone
(410) 734-9218
Little Rascals Early Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
131 Weber Rd, Oakland, MD
Phone
(301) 334-4721
Willy Wisp Drop-In Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

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N/A - wrong facility
Address
296 Marsh Hill Rd, Mchenry, MD
Phone
(301) 387-4911
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
Gods Little Angels Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

God's Little Angels Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviewers highlight the caring, professional staff, safe and clean environment, and family-oriented atmosphere where children thrive academically and socially.

Caring and nurturing staffprofessional and attentive teacherssafe and clean facility
Address
6247 Kenwood Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 866-0018
Martin Blvd Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Martin Blvd Day Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational quality, and child development. However, one parent reported a negative experience with a staff member's unprofessional and rude behavior during drop-off.

Caring and patient staffstrong educational programschild learning and development
Address
201 Ballard Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 391-7489
Sweet Potato Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Sweet Potato Kids receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, engaging activities, and welcoming environment where children are reluctant to leave. However, there are serious concerns from two parents regarding staff professionalism, billing practices, and alleged discrimination against children with medical disabilities.

Friendly and caring staffengaging activities (art projectsfield trips
Address
9631 Liberty Rd Suite C,D,E, Randallstown, MD
Phone
(443) 405-3408
The Joy Of Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

The Joy of Learning Center in Baltimore receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, well-trained staff, strong curriculum, and clean, safe environment. Parents consistently highlight the directors' attentiveness and the center's commitment to child development and learning assessments. Many parents report significant improvements in their children's learning and social skills, with some choosing to stay despite exploring other options.

Caring and attentive staffexperienced and well-trained teachersstrong curriculum with regular learning assessments
Address
6608-10 Dogwood Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 944-3940
Beaver Creek Childcare & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
2165 Davidsonville Rd, Gambrills, MD
Phone
(410) 721-4145
Crossroads Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
819 W Central Ave, Davidsonville, MD
Phone
(410) 798-5790
Joy In Learning-Arnold/Whispering Woods
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
221 Bay Dale Dr, Annapolis, MD
Phone
(410) 974-0206
Quala Care Child Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Quala Care Child Center in Linthicum Heights receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight exceptional teacher care, strong communication, and a welcoming environment. Parents report that staff members develop genuine relationships with children, maintain daily contact with photos and updates, and create a home-like atmosphere. The center is noted for clean facilities, engaging activities, flexible scheduling options, and effective COVID-19 safety procedures.

Caring and loving teachers who know children by namedaily communication with photos and videosopen door policy
Address
920 Andover Rd, Linthicum Heights, MD
Phone
(410) 859-3200
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
Greenhurst Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Unable to provide summary - reviews appear to be for a sandwich shop/deli in Rising Sun, Maryland, not for Greenhurst Day Care. No actual daycare reviews were provided for analysis.

None - reviews are for incorrect business
Address
1409 Biggs Hwy, Rising Sun, MD
Phone
(410) 658-0777
Jesus Loves Me Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
206 Mechanics Valley Rd, North East, MD
Phone
(410) 287-2708
Kiddie Academy Of Elkton
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kiddie Academy of Elkton receives predominantly positive reviews praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and safe environment. However, recent concerns have emerged regarding management changes, fee disputes, and unresponsiveness to parent concerns.

Caring and friendly staffhigh-quality education and curriculumsafe facilities
Address
100 Kiddie Ln, Elkton, MD
Phone
(410) 398-1110
Talbot Co Ehdst @ The Family Support Cen
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise TALBOT CO EHDST @ THE FAMILY SUPPORT CEN for its friendly, helpful staff and efficient service. The facility is noted for being clean, secure, and professional, with minimal wait times. One long-term client expressed deep gratitude for the life-changing support received during pregnancy and early parenthood.

friendly staffhelpful staffefficient service
Address
215 Bay St, Easton, MD
Phone
(410) 820-6940
Cranberry Hill Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Cranberry Hill Learning Center (also referred to as Bright Start) for excellent teacher quality, safe and clean facilities, and strong developmental support across all age groups. The center is highly recommended for its educational activities, parent communication via the Procare app, and accommodations for children with special needs.

Patient and caring teacherssafe and clean environmenteducational activities
Address
492 Goldenrod Terr, Westminster, MD
Phone
(410) 871-0044
Four Seasons Of Care Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

The reviews appear to be mismatched with the daycare listing, as most describe a fitness/recreation center called Coppermine rather than Four Seasons of Care Child Care Center. The few reviews mentioning summer camp praise the counselors, activities, and overall experience, with children eager to return.

Engaging summer camp activitiescaring and welcoming counselorsswimming pools
Address
2710 Hampstead-Mexico Rd, Hampstead, MD
Phone
(410) 239-3366
Sunshine Child Dev Ctr I
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
4033 Lineboro Rd, Lineboro, MD
Phone
(410) 374-5336
Sunshine Child Dev Ctr II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
4033 Lineboro Rd, Lineboro, MD
Phone
(410) 374-5336

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,549 all daycares across Maryland. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Maryland are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Maryland's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Maryland, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Maryland sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Maryland vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.