25 Child Daycare & Preschools in Laurel, Maryland
Browse all 25 child daycare & preschools in Laurel, Maryland. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Laurel
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.
- 1Milestones Enrichment Center INC4.64 score5(9)
308 Compton Ave, Laurel, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children
Milestones Enrichment Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as a loving, nurturing environment with highly qualified staff. Parents report their children thrived academically and socially, with many describing it as a 'second home' and recommending it as the best childcare option in the DC/Maryland area.
Qualified and caring staffsafe and clean environmentage-appropriate themed roomsstrong academic preparation for kindergarten - 2Abc Kidstime Learning Center4.64 score4.8(20)
7515 Olive Branch Way, Laurel, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 18 children
ABC Kidstime Learning Center in Laurel, Maryland receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise its traditional, low-technology approach to early childhood education. Parents report strong academic preparation for kindergarten, warm and caring staff, genuine developmental progress in their children, and positive social-emotional growth. The center is noted as affordable and among the best preschools in the area.
Old school teaching philosophy with minimal screen timestrong kindergarten readiness preparationcaring and genuinely engaged staffwarm daily greetings - 3Bright Stars @ Water Babies4.64 score4.8(20)
14501 Sweitzer Ln, Laurel, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 61 children
Bright Stars @ Water Babies in Laurel, Maryland receives consistently high praise from parents for exceptional staff care and child development. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere and strong communication from teachers. Children reportedly thrive emotionally and academically, with parents noting visible learning progress and genuine teacher-child bonds.
Caring and compassionate staffstrong teacher-child relationshipschild development and learning progressengaging activities and creative projects - 4Open Arms Christian Child Dev Center4.54 score4.7(17)
13611 Laurel-Bowie Rd, Laurel, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 200 children
Open Arms Christian Child Development Center in Laurel, Maryland receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews gave 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting caring and patient staff, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, clean and safe facilities, and a Christian-based curriculum that fosters child development and behavioral improvement.
Caring and attentive staffpatient teachersChristian foundationstrong academic curriculum - 5Good Beginnings Child Care Center4.48 score4.7(11)
10473 Gorman Rd, Laurel, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Good Beginnings is a highly-rated home-based daycare in Laurel, Maryland that parents praise for its nurturing environment, experienced staff, and strong academic curriculum. The small class sizes (approximately 10 children) enable personalized attention, and the facility features a large outdoor playground. Parents consistently report excellent teacher retention, kind leadership, and successful kindergarten preparation for their children.
Small class sizes allowing - 6Deerfield Run Comm Center - Kids Care4.4 score4.5(20)
13000 Laurel Bowie Rd, Laurel, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children
Parents praise Deerfield Run Comm Center for its friendly staff, diverse recreational activities, and innovative programs. The facility offers various classes and sports including music production, archery, soccer, and badminton. Overall satisfaction is high, though some note the facility could benefit from renovations.
friendly staffdiverse activities and programsinnovative assistant directornice gym and workout facilities - 7Knowledge Beginnings4.24 score4.3(20)
7551 Montpelier Rd, Laurel, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 143 children
Knowledge Beginnings Laurel receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, strong communication, diverse learning activities, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. The center is highlighted for its low teacher turnover, supportive leadership, and ability to make children excited about attending.
caring and patient staffstrong teacher-parent communication with daily photos/videosdiverse learning activitieslow teacher turnover - 8Tabernacle Learning Center4.12 score4.2(8)
11601 S Laurel Dr, Laurel, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children
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 - 9Kiddies Kollege Christian Center4.08 score4.1(20)
9292 Cherry Ln, Laurel, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 166 children
Kiddies Kollege Christian Center in Laurel, Maryland receives universal praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents consistently highlighting the loving, caring staff, strong faith-based curriculum, and excellent academic and spiritual development of their children. Parents appreciate the welcoming environment, effective communication, and personalized support from leadership.
Christian faith-based curriculumcaring and patient staffstrong academic progress (readingwriting - 10Grace Child Development Center#4 score4(20)
305 Laurel Ave, Laurel, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children
Grace Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, compassionate staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children build confidence, enjoy learning, and feel welcomed as part of a family. The center is noted for its experienced leadership and structured, attentive care across multiple age groups.
Caring and compassionate staffExperienced teachers and ownerFun and engaging learning activitiesBuilds child confidence
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Highest rated daycares in Laurel based on parent reviews
Milestones Enrichment Center INC
308 Compton Ave, Laurel, MD
Milestones Enrichment Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as a loving, nurturing environment with highly qualified staff. Parents report their children thrived academically and socially, with many describing it as a 'second home' and recommending it as the best childcare option in the DC/Maryland area.
Abc Kidstime Learning Center
7515 Olive Branch Way, Laurel, MD
ABC Kidstime Learning Center in Laurel, Maryland receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise its traditional, low-technology approach to early childhood education. Parents report strong academic preparation for kindergarten, warm and caring staff, genuine developmental progress in their children, and positive social-emotional growth. The center is noted as affordable and among the best preschools in the area.
Bright Stars @ Water Babies
14501 Sweitzer Ln, Laurel, MD
Bright Stars @ Water Babies in Laurel, Maryland receives consistently high praise from parents for exceptional staff care and child development. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere and strong communication from teachers. Children reportedly thrive emotionally and academically, with parents noting visible learning progress and genuine teacher-child bonds.
Open Arms Christian Child Dev Center
13611 Laurel-Bowie Rd, Laurel, MD
Open Arms Christian Child Development Center in Laurel, Maryland receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews gave 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting caring and patient staff, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, clean and safe facilities, and a Christian-based curriculum that fosters child development and behavioral improvement.
Good Beginnings Child Care Center
10473 Gorman Rd, Laurel, MD
Good Beginnings is a highly-rated home-based daycare in Laurel, Maryland that parents praise for its nurturing environment, experienced staff, and strong academic curriculum. The small class sizes (approximately 10 children) enable personalized attention, and the facility features a large outdoor playground. Parents consistently report excellent teacher retention, kind leadership, and successful kindergarten preparation for their children.
Adventures In Childcare
8516 Briarcroft Ln, Laurel, MD
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Laurel, Maryland
There are 25 child daycare & preschools in Laurel, 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 Laurel, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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- Address
- 8516 Briarcroft Ln, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 498-9606
Milestones Enrichment Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise it as a loving, nurturing environment with highly qualified staff. Parents report their children thrived academically and socially, with many describing it as a 'second home' and recommending it as the best childcare option in the DC/Maryland area.
- Address
- 308 Compton Ave, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 490-5683
- Address
- 113 St Mary'S Pl, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 776-6471
- Address
- 9900 Washington Blvd Ste A/B, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 483-3644
- Address
- 9535 Whiskey Bottom Rd, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 498-5285
ABC Kidstime Learning Center in Laurel, Maryland receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise its traditional, low-technology approach to early childhood education. Parents report strong academic preparation for kindergarten, warm and caring staff, genuine developmental progress in their children, and positive social-emotional growth. The center is noted as affordable and among the best preschools in the area.
- Address
- 7515 Olive Branch Way, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 412-1568
Bright Stars @ Water Babies in Laurel, Maryland receives consistently high praise from parents for exceptional staff care and child development. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere and strong communication from teachers. Children reportedly thrive emotionally and academically, with parents noting visible learning progress and genuine teacher-child bonds.
- Address
- 14501 Sweitzer Ln, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 206-7250
Open Arms Christian Child Development Center in Laurel, Maryland receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews gave 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting caring and patient staff, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, clean and safe facilities, and a Christian-based curriculum that fosters child development and behavioral improvement.
- Address
- 13611 Laurel-Bowie Rd, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (240) 568-9352
Good Beginnings is a highly-rated home-based daycare in Laurel, Maryland that parents praise for its nurturing environment, experienced staff, and strong academic curriculum. The small class sizes (approximately 10 children) enable personalized attention, and the facility features a large outdoor playground. Parents consistently report excellent teacher retention, kind leadership, and successful kindergarten preparation for their children.
- Address
- 10473 Gorman Rd, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 776-6670
Parents praise Deerfield Run Comm Center for its friendly staff, diverse recreational activities, and innovative programs. The facility offers various classes and sports including music production, archery, soccer, and badminton. Overall satisfaction is high, though some note the facility could benefit from renovations.
- Address
- 13000 Laurel Bowie Rd, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 953-7882
Knowledge Beginnings Laurel receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, strong communication, diverse learning activities, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. The center is highlighted for its low teacher turnover, supportive leadership, and ability to make children excited about attending.
- Address
- 7551 Montpelier Rd, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 725-6500
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.
- Address
- 11601 S Laurel Dr, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 490-5665
Kiddies Kollege Christian Center in Laurel, Maryland receives universal praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents consistently highlighting the loving, caring staff, strong faith-based curriculum, and excellent academic and spiritual development of their children. Parents appreciate the welcoming environment, effective communication, and personalized support from leadership.
- Address
- 9292 Cherry Ln, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 317-5437
Grace Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, compassionate staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children build confidence, enjoy learning, and feel welcomed as part of a family. The center is noted for its experienced leadership and structured, attentive care across multiple age groups.
- Address
- 305 Laurel Ave, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 362-1052
Note: These reviews appear to be for Westgate at Laurel apartment complex, not WEE CARE II LEARNING CENTER LLC daycare. The reviews cannot be accurately used to assess the daycare facility.
- Address
- 8200 Gorman Ave, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 490-4464
- Address
- 8038 Ashford Blvd, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 362-1885
- Address
- 7607 Sandy Spring Rd, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 317-6600
Kiddie Academy of Laurel receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facilities, well-rounded curriculum, and smooth transitions for children. The center is noted for strong communication, developmental support, and creating an environment where children are excited to attend.
- Address
- 8101 Sandy Spring Rd Apt 102, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 317-5330
KINDER CARE LEARNING CTR 1178 in Laurel, Maryland receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging learning activities, and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and thriving developmentally.
- Address
- 14225 Park Center Dr, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 470-3080
- Address
- 13407 Kiama Ct, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (240) 280-2569
- Address
- 381 Main St Rear, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 725-1009
- Address
- 9550 Gorman Rd, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (410) 880-5857
- Address
- 9450 Madison Ave, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 498-0604
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center @ Laurel for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Children of all ages—from infants through school-age—show enthusiasm for attending and demonstrate strong development. The center receives high marks for communication, curriculum quality, and staff professionalism across multiple classrooms and years of operation.
- Address
- 3504 Russett Common, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 497-0488
- Address
- 225 Brock Bridge Rd, Laurel, MD
- Phone
- (301) 498-2929
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
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