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1,525 Child Daycare & Preschools in Maryland

Browse 1,525 child daycare & preschools 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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Young School Early Ed Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Young School Early Ed Program in Gambrills receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the experienced, caring teachers, well-designed facilities, and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with strong parent-teacher communication and a nurturing environment from infancy through pre-K. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and express high satisfaction despite the higher tuition c

Address
1320 Main Chapel Way, Gambrills, MD
Phone
(410) 451-7170
Grover Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Grover Place receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, communicative staff, engaging outdoor learning environment, and strong child development outcomes. One parent reported concerns about bullying and unresolved issues with outdoor supervision. The center is known for its play-based philosophy and nature-focused curriculum.

Caring and communicative staffstrong child development and learning outcomesoutdoor activities and nature engagement
Address
4740 St Leonard Rd, Saint Leonard, MD
Phone
(410) 586-9364
Jelly Beans Cdc II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
4167 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD
Phone
(301) 705-9794
Kidz Nation Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Kidz Nation Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the warm, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents appreciate the strong communication, safety focus, and engaging activities. One reviewer noted concerns about cleanliness and director communication.

Warm and professional staffstrong parent-child communicationsafe and nurturing environment
Address
2529 Augustine Herman Hwy, Chesapeake City, MD
Phone
(410) 885-5700
Celebree Learning Center-Mt Airy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
421 Ridgeville Blvd 6, Mount Airy, MD
Phone
(301) 829-6804
Child Dev Ctr @ Carroll Comm Col
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This daycare center is located at Carroll Community College in Westminster, Maryland. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 rating, praising the clean campus, helpful staff, good facilities, and quality educational programs. Parents highlight enriching summer camps with dedicated instructors and well-organized events.

Clean campushelpful and polite staffquality instructors
Address
1601 Washington Rd-Bldg K #135, Westminster, MD
Phone
(410) 386-8470
Holy Ground Christian Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
17720 Muncaster Rd, Derwood, MD
Phone
(301) 987-0008
Kreative Kidz
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Kreative Kidz receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents report their children are engaged, thriving, and happy to attend, with particular commendation for improvements made under new leadership. The facility is described as clean, well-maintained, and safe with a good balance of educational and recreational activities.

Caring and friendly staffclean and well-maintained facilityengaging educational activities
Address
14500 Layhill Rd, Silver Spring, MD
Phone
(301) 598-5432
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
Nanda Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Nanda Child Care Center in Rockville, Maryland receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring and dedicated teachers, strong teacher-child relationships, engaging curriculum, and significant developmental progress in their children. One negative review cites concerns about teacher turnover, ownership priorities, and inconsistent parent communication.

Caring and pati
Address
14910 Broschart Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 838-9494
Nurturey Ltd
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Nurturey Ltd receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, safe, and making significant educational progress, with many noting their children are excited to attend daily. The center is commended for reasonable pricing, good communication with parents, and enriching activities including language instruction and live music.

Caring and dedicated staffsafe environmentchild happiness and enthusiasm
Address
112 W Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD
Phone
(301) 216-1444
Watch Me Grow Child Dev Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Watch Me Grow Child Development Center (Childtime Clarksburg) for its caring, dedicated staff and strong educational curriculum. The center is noted for excellent communication with parents through daily updates and an app, cleanliness, and age-appropriate activities. Multiple parents report long-term satisfaction, with children thriving academically and emotionally.

Caring and dedicated teachersresponsive staffstrong parent-teacher communication
Address
22530 Gateway Ctr Dr Suite 900, Clarksburg, MD
Phone
(240) 686-0575
Achievers Child Care Enrichment Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Achievers Child Care Enrichment Program receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with children described as happy and learning new skills daily. However, one parent reported significant frustration with communication and responsiveness from the director regarding enrollment and scheduling.

Children are happy and engagedstaff are caring and passionatesecurity measures
Address
6404 Gateway Blvd, District Heights, MD
Phone
(301) 735-6118
Bowie Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Bowie Community Center receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the friendly and attentive staff, quality summer camps and preschool programs, clean facilities, and welcoming atmosphere. The center offers diverse activities including karate, Zumba, and pickleball alongside childcare services.

Friendly and attentive staffclean facilitiesaffordable preschool
Address
3209 Stonybrook Dr, Bowie, MD
Phone
(301) 464-1737
College Park Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

College Park Community Center is highly rated for its well-maintained facilities, diverse recreational programs, and friendly staff. Reviews praise the renovated space's amenities including gym, sports fields, classrooms, and various fitness classes. Parents appreciate the variety of events, activities, and community engagement opportunities available year-round.

clean facilitiesfriendly and knowledgeable staffdiverse fitness classes
Address
5051 Pierce Ave, College Park, MD
Phone
(301) 441-2647
Gethsemane Umc Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews are not about the daycare's child care services, but rather about Gethsemane United Methodist Church itself. Reviewers praise the church community, pastor, and spiritual environment, but do not comment on the child care center's operations, staff, or educational programs.

Welcoming and caring communityinspirational pastorgenuine and compassionate staff
Address
910 Addison Rd, Capitol Heights, MD
Phone
(301) 808-4003
Goddard Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
Nasa/Gsfc Code 200, Greenbelt, MD
Phone
(301) 286-8588
Hyattsville Hills Child And Family Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents with enrolled children give overwhelmingly positive reviews, praising the caring staff, structured environment, and family-like atmosphere. However, prospective parents report significant communication issues, with multiple complaints about unanswered phones and non-functional voicemail systems that have prevented them from enrolling.

Warm and welcoming environmentexperienced and caring staffgood learning program
Address
5701 42nd Ave, Hyattsville, MD
Phone
(301) 277-7748
Downtown Balto Child Care Univ Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Downtown Balto Child Care receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising caring and professional staff, good teacher-to-child ratios, and convenient location near the hospital and downtown. One parent reported poor customer service, but most reviews highlight overall satisfaction with the facility.

caring and professional teachersgood teacher-to-child ratiosresponsive administration
Address
237 N Arch St, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 659-0515
Empowering Minds Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Empowering Minds Child Dev Center receives consistently high praise from clients for exceptional support and resources. Reviewers highlight caring staff members who go above and beyond, with many crediting the program for significant personal growth and improved independence. The facility is recognized as a valuable community resource for mental health services and support.

Compassionate and attentive staffexcellent communicationabove-and-beyond service
Address
4408 Maine Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 367-5763
Good Samaritan Hospital Ccc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews appear to be for MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital, not a daycare center. All 10 reviews are from patients praising hospital care, emergency services, rehabilitation therapy, and medical staff—not childcare services.

Professional and knowledgeable doctorskind and attentive nursing staffcompassionate care
Address
5601 Loch Raven Blvd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(443) 444-4553
Little Discoveries
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
616 Wyanoke Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 433-3733
My Little Angels Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

My Little Angels Day Care Center in Hagerstown receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising provider Claudia and her assistant for their genuine care, knowledge, and loving approach to childcare. The facility is described as clean and well-maintained with a good outdoor play area. One parent left a negative review without providing details.

caring and kind staffknowledgeable about child developmentclean facility
Address
221 West Washington St, Hagerstown, MD
Phone
(301) 745-4281
Scci The Fun & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
13510 Corello Dr, Hagerstown, MD
Phone
(301) 797-5026
New Chapel Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

New Chapel Day Care is a Christian-based center in Camp Springs, Maryland with mostly positive reviews praising the educational curriculum, safe environment, and caring staff. However, some parents have raised concerns about classroom conditions, lack of academic progression, and communication/administration issues.

Christian family environmentstrong academics (early reading/writing/math instruction)professional childcare
Address
5601 Old Branch Ave, Camp Springs, MD
Phone
(301) 899-0877
South Bowie Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

South Bowie Community Center receives consistently positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and variety of programs including after-school activities, sports classes, and seasonal camps. The facility is noted as affordable, conveniently located, and well-equipped despite its compact size.

Friendly and helpful staffclean and spacious facilityaffordable pricing
Address
1717 Pittsfield Ln, Bowie, MD
Phone
(301) 249-1622
The Mentor Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise THE MENTOR LEARNING CENTER (also referred to as Apple Tree) for its warm, caring environment and dedicated staff who genuinely support children's development. The center is noted for good communication with parents, reasonable fees, flexibility, and a family-like atmosphere that helps children thrive. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting parent satisfaction across multiple years of enrollment.

Caring and patient teachersresponsive director/ownerwarm and safe environment
Address
4925 Edgewood Rd, College Park, MD
Phone
(301) 313-0400
The Miracle Child Development Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

These reviews appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. Most reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere and community feel, though one reviewer criticizes the leadership as self-serving.

welcoming environmentfriendly congregationclean facilities
Address
9153 Hampton Overlook Dr, Capitol Heights, MD
Phone
(301) 350-0035
The Playground INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Playground Inc in Fort Washington is primarily reviewed as an event venue rather than a daycare center. Reviewers consistently praise it as a beautiful, spacious facility with excellent staff and amenities for hosting parties and gatherings.

Beautiful and elegant decorspacious layoutwooden dance floor
Address
1101 Aragona Blvd, Fort Washington, MD
Phone
(301) 203-5306
Glen Mar Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
4701 New Cut Rd, Ellicott City, MD
Phone
(410) 461-2859

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,525 child daycare & preschools 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.