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28 Child Daycare & Preschools in Germantown, Maryland

Browse all 28 child daycare & preschools in Germantown, Maryland. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Germantown

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

    18802 Porterfield Way, Germantown, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

    Little Sunshine Learning Center, run by Ms. Linda, receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight her Montessori-trained approach, warm and caring demeanor, and structured yet nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children making significant developmental progress in academics, language, social skills, and confidence. The intimate home daycare setting with enriching activities including art, music, yoga, and nature play is frequently cited as exceptional.

    Montessori-trained instructorpatient and caring providerstructured learning environmentstrong child development outcomes (letters
  2. 2

    13901 Clopper Rd, Germantown, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Messiah Lutheran Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents highlight the play-based approach, individualized attention to children's needs, and smooth transition experiences for new students.

    patient and kind staffplay-based learningindividualized attentionchildren excited to attend
  3. 3
    Potomac Valley Academy
    4.55 score
    4.7(18)

    22901 Ridge Rd, Germantown, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 67 children

    Potomac Valley Academy is a church-based daycare with consistently excellent ratings. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, particularly Ms. Washington and her team, along with the welcoming church environment and clean, well-organized facility.

    Professional and caring staffMs. Washington's leadershipclean and well-organized facilitywelcoming environment
  4. 4
    Iman Learning Center
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    19900 Brandermill Dr, Germantown, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 98 children

    Parents consistently praise IMAN Learning Center (also referred to as Kids Villa Learning Center) for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like family. Reviewers highlight the safe, clean facility, play-based learning approach, and excellent parent communication through daily updates and photos. Children show improvements in confidence, social skills, and academic development.

    Caring and patient staffsafe and clean facilityplay-based learningage-appropriate activities
  5. 5

    20200 Observation Dr # 4, Germantown, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 18 children

    This listing appears to be for Montgomery College rather than a daycare center. The reviews discuss the college campus, its facilities, faculty, and its use as a vaccination site, not childcare services.

    Beautiful campus groundssmall class sizescaring faculty and stafffree parking for students
  6. 6

    17326 Germantown Rd, Germantown, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 12 children

    Black Rock Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend daily, learn academic skills (letters, numbers, reading), and develop socially and emotionally with peers of diverse backgrounds.

    Caring and committed staffstructured learning with weekly themesstrong academic curriculumchildren eager to attend
  7. 7
    Hayat Childrens Center
    4.35 score
    4.6(7)

    13100 Diamond Hill Dr, Germantown, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 128 children

    HAYAT CHILDRENS CENTER receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising the caring staff, well-structured curriculum, and balance between academics and play. Most reviewers report their children are happy, engaged, and developing well. One older review from 2017 raised concerns about classroom size, staffing ratios, and limited outdoor/active play time.

    Caring and dedicated teachersexcellent curriculumgood academic-to-play balanceflexible hours for working parents
  8. 8
    Little People-Milestone#
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    12720 Royal Carriage Dr, Germantown, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Parents consistently praise Little People-Milestone for its warm, nurturing environment and strong educational curriculum. Children show measurable academic progress in reading, math, and language skills while developing social confidence. Staff are described as caring, professional, and attentive, with excellent communication with parents.

    Nationally accreditedclean and colorful facility designexperienced and credentialed staffstructured learning activities tailored by age group
  9. 9
    La Petite Child Care Ctr
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    19901 Father Hurley Blvd, Germantown, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 151 children

    Parents consistently praise La Petite Child Care Center in Germantown for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong social and developmental growth, and parents appreciate the transparent communication through live streaming, photo updates, and responsive staff. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and offering enriching activities.

    Warm and caring staffsafe and nurturing environmentstrong child development outcomesresponsive communication with parents
  10. 10

    18815 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 115 children

    Parents consistently praise Kids Town Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming atmosphere. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and making strong progress academically and socially. Leadership changes have been noted positively, with directors described as responsive and understanding of family needs.

    Caring and attentive staffwelcoming and warm atmosphereresponsive to parent concernschildren adjust quickly and enjoy attending

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Germantown based on parent reviews

Little Sunshine Learning Center

5(10)

18802 Porterfield Way, Germantown, MD

Little Sunshine Learning Center, run by Ms. Linda, receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight her Montessori-trained approach, warm and caring demeanor, and structured yet nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children making significant developmental progress in academics, language, social skills, and confidence. The intimate home daycare setting with enriching activities including art, music, yoga, and nature play is frequently cited as exceptional.

Montessori-trained instructorpatient and caring providerstructured learning environment

Messiah Lutheran Preschool

4.9(9)

13901 Clopper Rd, Germantown, MD

Messiah Lutheran Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents highlight the play-based approach, individualized attention to children's needs, and smooth transition experiences for new students.

patient and kind staffplay-based learningindividualized attention

Potomac Valley Academy

4.7(18)

22901 Ridge Rd, Germantown, MD

Potomac Valley Academy is a church-based daycare with consistently excellent ratings. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, particularly Ms. Washington and her team, along with the welcoming church environment and clean, well-organized facility.

Professional and caring staffMs. Washington's leadershipclean and well-organized facility

Iman Learning Center

4.5(20)

19900 Brandermill Dr, Germantown, MD

Parents consistently praise IMAN Learning Center (also referred to as Kids Villa Learning Center) for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like family. Reviewers highlight the safe, clean facility, play-based learning approach, and excellent parent communication through daily updates and photos. Children show improvements in confidence, social skills, and academic development.

Caring and patient staffsafe and clean facilityplay-based learning

Montgomery College Ch Dev Ctr

4.5(20)

20200 Observation Dr # 4, Germantown, MD

This listing appears to be for Montgomery College rather than a daycare center. The reviews discuss the college campus, its facilities, faculty, and its use as a vaccination site, not childcare services.

Beautiful campus groundssmall class sizescaring faculty and staff

Black Rock Learning Center

4.6(9)

17326 Germantown Rd, Germantown, MD

Black Rock Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend daily, learn academic skills (letters, numbers, reading), and develop socially and emotionally with peers of diverse backgrounds.

Caring and committed staffstructured learning with weekly themesstrong academic curriculum

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Germantown, Maryland

There are 28 child daycare & preschools in Germantown, 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 Germantown, 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 Germantown

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Covenant Christian School
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
18901 Warning Station Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 444-0250
Energy Child Dev Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
19901 Germantown Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 903-8600
Germantown Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
19400 Crystal Rock Dr, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 353-1202
Little Sunshine Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Sunshine Learning Center, run by Ms. Linda, receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight her Montessori-trained approach, warm and caring demeanor, and structured yet nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children making significant developmental progress in academics, language, social skills, and confidence. The intimate home daycare setting with enriching activities including art, music, yoga, and nature play is frequently cited as exceptional.

Montessori-trained instructorpatient and caring providerstructured learning environment
Address
18802 Porterfield Way, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 528-3918
Toddler'S Plus
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
22011 Ridge Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 253-5181
Messiah Lutheran Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Messiah Lutheran Preschool receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents highlight the play-based approach, individualized attention to children's needs, and smooth transition experiences for new students.

patient and kind staffplay-based learningindividualized attention
Address
13901 Clopper Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 972-5428
Potomac Valley Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Potomac Valley Academy is a church-based daycare with consistently excellent ratings. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, particularly Ms. Washington and her team, along with the welcoming church environment and clean, well-organized facility.

Professional and caring staffMs. Washington's leadershipclean and well-organized facility
Address
22901 Ridge Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 253-1022
Black Rock Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Black Rock Learning Center receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, strong educational curriculum, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend daily, learn academic skills (letters, numbers, reading), and develop socially and emotionally with peers of diverse backgrounds.

Caring and committed staffstructured learning with weekly themesstrong academic curriculum
Address
17326 Germantown Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 540-9130
Hayat Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

HAYAT CHILDRENS CENTER receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising the caring staff, well-structured curriculum, and balance between academics and play. Most reviewers report their children are happy, engaged, and developing well. One older review from 2017 raised concerns about classroom size, staffing ratios, and limited outdoor/active play time.

Caring and dedicated teachersexcellent curriculumgood academic-to-play balance
Address
13100 Diamond Hill Dr, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 528-6110
Iman Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise IMAN Learning Center (also referred to as Kids Villa Learning Center) for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like family. Reviewers highlight the safe, clean facility, play-based learning approach, and excellent parent communication through daily updates and photos. Children show improvements in confidence, social skills, and academic development.

Caring and patient staffsafe and clean facilityplay-based learning
Address
19900 Brandermill Dr, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 972-5789
Montgomery College Ch Dev Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This listing appears to be for Montgomery College rather than a daycare center. The reviews discuss the college campus, its facilities, faculty, and its use as a vaccination site, not childcare services.

Beautiful campus groundssmall class sizescaring faculty and staff
Address
20200 Observation Dr # 4, Germantown, MD
Phone
(240) 567-7875
Little People-Milestone#
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Little People-Milestone for its warm, nurturing environment and strong educational curriculum. Children show measurable academic progress in reading, math, and language skills while developing social confidence. Staff are described as caring, professional, and attentive, with excellent communication with parents.

Nationally accreditedclean and colorful facility designexperienced and credentialed staff
Address
12720 Royal Carriage Dr, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 515-0495
La Petite Child Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise La Petite Child Care Center in Germantown for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong social and developmental growth, and parents appreciate the transparent communication through live streaming, photo updates, and responsive staff. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and offering enriching activities.

Warm and caring staffsafe and nurturing environmentstrong child development outcomes
Address
19901 Father Hurley Blvd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 428-1709
Kids Town Learning Ctr @ Waring Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Kids Town Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and welcoming atmosphere. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and making strong progress academically and socially. Leadership changes have been noted positively, with directors described as responsive and understanding of family needs.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming and warm atmosphereresponsive to parent concerns
Address
18815 Waring Station Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 972-6599
Peppertree Child Ctr/Up County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Peppertree Child Center in Germantown receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the director Debbie, friendly staff, and clean facilities following recent renovations. The center is NAEYC accredited and offers strong pre-K programming. However, a small number of reviews report negative experiences including dirty classrooms and rude staff.

Friendly and responsive staffDirector Debbie's accommodating leadershiprecent renovations and cleanliness
Address
12900 Middlebrook Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 540-1170
Bar-T @ Great Seneca Creek Es
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
13010 Dairymaid Dr, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 515-5304
Bright Eyes Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
13700 Schaeffer Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 540-7614
Children'S House At Holly Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
19137 Mateny Hill Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(240) 505-0604
Ducks In A Row
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
19411 Walter Johnson Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(240) 246-7864
Kinder Care Learning Ctr 1470
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center for its warm, attentive, and experienced staff who genuinely care about children's development. The center is noted for staff stability, structured programming with themed activities, and strong leadership. Parents report feeling confident leaving their children in this nurturing environment where kids thrive socially, cognitively, and emotionally.

Warm and attentive teachersexperienced and calm staffstrong d
Address
13230 Clopper Mill Dr, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 515-0888
Kinder Care Learning Ctr 1596
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center for its warm, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Multiple families report long-term enrollment spanning years or decades, citing strong leadership, developmental progress, and a sense of community. The center is noted for clean facilities, structured activities, and responsive management to parent concerns.

Warm and attentive caregiversexperienced and stable staff with low turnoverstrong director leadership
Address
19780 Crystal Rock Dr, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 515-2700
Kindercare Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise KinderCare Germantown for providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment with caring, patient staff and strong communication. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent academic and social development, dedicated leadership, and rigorous health/safety protocols, particularly during the pandemic. Families report feeling comfortable and confident in the center's care.

Caring and patient staffstrong teacher-parent communicationwelcoming director and management
Address
19921 Frederick Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 916-9190
Kingsview Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
13703 Crownsgate Way, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 515-4944
Msl International Children Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

MSL International Children Center in Germantown receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the warm, nurturing environment, qualified staff, educational curriculum, and safe facilities that support children's development and learning. Parents report significant improvements in their children's academic skills and overall confidence.

Warm and nurturing environmentexperienced and caring staffage-appropriate learning activities
Address
19929 Sweetgum Cir, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 528-9244
Msl International Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools

MSL International Children's Center in Germantown receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. Reviews highlight a warm, nurturing learning environment with attentive, caring staff, strong curriculum, and clean, well-designed facilities. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and high satisfaction with the center's professionalism and communication.

warm and nurturing environmentattentive and caring staffclean and colorful facility design
Address
13521 Clopper Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 515-8700
Optimal Learning @ Captain Daly
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
20301 Brandermill Dr, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 353-0425
Optimal Learning @ Waters Landing
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
13100 Waters Landing Dr, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 972-1334
Academy Of The Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
19711 Waters Rd, Germantown, MD
Phone
(301) 601-0910

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Frequently asked questions

There are 28 child daycare & preschools daycares in Germantown, Maryland. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Germantown, 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 Germantown for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Germantown 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.