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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Shady Side, MD

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Shady Side. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Shady Side, Maryland at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
26
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Shady Side has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 26 parent reviews averaging 4.7/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shady Side

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
    Lula Scott Early Hdst
    4.49 score
    4.9(6)

    6243 Shady Side Rd, Shady Side, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    These reviews do not appear to be from parents of daycare students. Instead, they describe community health services including COVID vaccinations, testing, senior nutrition programs, and peer support services offered at this location.

    Friendly and efficient staffquick servicewelcoming atmospheremultiple community services available
  2. 2
    Over The Rainbow Learning Ctr
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    6146 Shady Side Rd, Shady Side, MD · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    Over the Rainbow Learning Center in Shady Side, Maryland receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the caring staff, clean environment, educational activities, and individualized attention to children's development and special needs.

    Caring and attentive staffclean and spacious facilitywarm welcoming atmosphereconsistent communication with parents

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Shady Side

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Shady Side (15–15 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Shady Side based on parent reviews

Lula Scott Early Hdst

4.9(6)

6243 Shady Side Rd, Shady Side, MD

These reviews do not appear to be from parents of daycare students. Instead, they describe community health services including COVID vaccinations, testing, senior nutrition programs, and peer support services offered at this location.

Friendly and efficient staffquick servicewelcoming atmosphere

Over The Rainbow Learning Ctr

4.5(20)

6146 Shady Side Rd, Shady Side, MD

Over the Rainbow Learning Center in Shady Side, Maryland receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the caring staff, clean environment, educational activities, and individualized attention to children's development and special needs.

Caring and attentive staffclean and spacious facilitywarm welcoming atmosphere

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Shady Side, Maryland

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Shady Side, 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 Shady Side have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 26 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Shady Side, 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 Shady Side

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Lula Scott Early Hdst
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

These reviews do not appear to be from parents of daycare students. Instead, they describe community health services including COVID vaccinations, testing, senior nutrition programs, and peer support services offered at this location.

Friendly and efficient staffquick servicewelcoming atmosphere
Address
6243 Shady Side Rd, Shady Side, MD
Phone
(410) 867-8945
Over The Rainbow Learning Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Over the Rainbow Learning Center in Shady Side, Maryland receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the caring staff, clean environment, educational activities, and individualized attention to children's development and special needs.

Caring and attentive staffclean and spacious facilitywarm welcoming atmosphere
Address
6146 Shady Side Rd, Shady Side, MD
Phone
(410) 867-8793

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Shady Side, Maryland. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Shady Side have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Shady Side, 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 Shady Side for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Shady Side 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.