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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Crownsville, MD

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Crownsville. Average rating: 4.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Crownsville, Maryland at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.4/5
Parent reviews
28
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Crownsville has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 28 parent reviews averaging 4.4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Crownsville

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
    Bright Beginnings
    4.62 score
    4.8(17)

    867 Buttonwood Trl, Crownsville, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Bright Beginnings Learning Center in Crownsville receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, stable staff, strong academic preparation, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive both socially and academically, with excellent kindergarten readiness and long-term staff retention creating a family-like community atmosphere.

    Stablelow teacher turnovercaring and attentive staffoutdoor play emphasis
  2. 2
    Play & Learn @ Community Place
    4 score
    4(11)

    50 Community Pl, Crownsville, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children

    Play & Learn at Community Place receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents, who praise the caring staff, developmental opportunities, and clean facilities. The majority report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about staff conduct, including alleged physical aggression toward children and inconsistent management.

    Caring and attentive staffclean and spacious facilityexcellent outdoor play areasdiverse activities (sensory play

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Crownsville

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Crownsville (40–102 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Crownsville based on parent reviews

Bright Beginnings

4.8(17)

867 Buttonwood Trl, Crownsville, MD

Bright Beginnings Learning Center in Crownsville receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, stable staff, strong academic preparation, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive both socially and academically, with excellent kindergarten readiness and long-term staff retention creating a family-like community atmosphere.

Stablelow teacher turnovercaring and attentive staff

Play & Learn @ Community Place

4(11)

50 Community Pl, Crownsville, MD

Play & Learn at Community Place receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents, who praise the caring staff, developmental opportunities, and clean facilities. The majority report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about staff conduct, including alleged physical aggression toward children and inconsistent management.

Caring and attentive staffclean and spacious facilityexcellent outdoor play areas

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Crownsville, Maryland

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Crownsville, Maryland. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Crownsville have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 28 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Crownsville

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Bright Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Bright Beginnings Learning Center in Crownsville receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, stable staff, strong academic preparation, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive both socially and academically, with excellent kindergarten readiness and long-term staff retention creating a family-like community atmosphere.

Stablelow teacher turnovercaring and attentive staff
Address
867 Buttonwood Trl, Crownsville, MD
Phone
(410) 923-3192
Play & Learn @ Community Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Play & Learn at Community Place receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents, who praise the caring staff, developmental opportunities, and clean facilities. The majority report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about staff conduct, including alleged physical aggression toward children and inconsistent management.

Caring and attentive staffclean and spacious facilityexcellent outdoor play areas
Address
50 Community Pl, Crownsville, MD
Phone
(410) 987-3312
Indian Creek School INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
784 Evergreen Rd, Crownsville, MD
Phone
(410) 987-0342

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Crownsville, Maryland. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Crownsville have an average Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Crownsville, 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 Crownsville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Crownsville 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.