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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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Childrens Ctr Of Walkersville
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Children's Center of Walkersville receives mostly high praise from parents, with five 5-star reviews highlighting attentive staff, strong educational outcomes, and nurturing care. However, one 2-star review describes significant challenges with staff accommodation of a child with developmental delays and behavioral concerns.

Attentive and communicative staffsafe and professional environmentstrong early literacy and academic instruction
Address
35 E Frederick St, Walkersville, MD
Phone
(301) 845-4803
Honeygo Child Development Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Honeygo Child Development Center receives mostly positive reviews praising warm, caring staff and high teacher retention. However, one parent reported serious concerns including inappropriate discipline methods, inadequate supervision, and dismissive management response to policy violations.

Warm and welcoming staffhigh teacher retentionon-site cook
Address
4705 E Joppa Rd, Perry Hall, MD
Phone
(410) 256-2100
Just Like Family Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Just Like Family Child Care for its warm, family-oriented environment and caring staff led by owner Michelle. Children show measurable developmental progress in social skills, learning, speech, and behavior. The facility organizes engaging family events and maintains strong communication with parents through regular updates and photos.

Warm and welcoming staffdevelopmental progress in childrenengaging learning activities
Address
7448 A German Hill Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 285-5575
A Childs Garden
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

A Child's Garden receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents praising the dedicated staff, creative curriculum, and flexible scheduling. Parents highlight the center's inclusive approach to special needs children and emphasis on outdoor play. However, two negative reviews cite scheduling/communication failures and concerns about cleanliness and staff professionalism.

Dedicated and caring teacherscreative and play-based curriculumflexible scheduling
Address
515 Baltimore & Annapolis Blvd, Severna Park, MD
Phone
(410) 647-2300
Baldwin Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Baldwin Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality, educational programs, and facilities. However, two negative reviews cite unprofessionalism, poor care quality in Pre-K/Preschool programs, and concerns about how children are treated.

Caring and wonderful staffstrong kindergarten preparationengaging learning activities
Address
921 B Generals Hwy, Millersville, MD
Phone
(410) 987-0580
Play And Learn @ Odenton
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Reviews primarily praise the affiliated Epiphany Episcopal Church rather than the daycare center itself. Parents highlight the welcoming community, diverse congregation, and supportive atmosphere. One reviewer mentions a childcare center exists at the location but provides no specific details about daycare operations or quality.

Welcoming and inclusive communitydiverse congregationsupportive during difficult times
Address
1419 Odenton Rd, Odenton, MD
Phone
(410) 305-0117
Childrens Learning Tree
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Children's Learning Tree receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, learning environment, and recent improvements under new ownership. However, some parents reported concerns about the center's ability to accommodate special needs children and its faith-based practices without explicit parental consent.

Dedicated and caring staffimproved communication with parentsclean facility
Address
112 Charles St, La Plata, MD
Phone
(301) 934-1477
St Charles Childrens Learning Ctr @ Csm
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

St. Charles Children's Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality, learning outcomes, and improvements under new leadership. However, some parents report concerns about the center's ability to accommodate special needs children and its Christian religious practices without parental consent.

Caring and professional staffimproved facility and communicationstrong learning outcomes
Address
8730 Mitchell Rd, La Plata, MD
Phone
(301) 934-7871
The Masters Touch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The Masters Touch (also operating as Everyday Play N Learn) receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth, educational curriculum, and daily photo/video updates via the Brightwheel app. However, recent reviews document serious concerns including staff changes, inappropriate teacher behavior, inadequate classroom management, and a documented incident of multiple unexplained bite marks on a child.

Loving and engaging staffdaily photo and video updateseduca
Address
10545 Middle Port Ln, White Plains, MD
Phone
(301) 885-0853
Toddlertown Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Toddler Town Learning Center in Elkton, Maryland receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with the majority praising the caring staff, engaging activities, and strong family atmosphere developed over long-term enrollment. However, one parent reported a significantly negative experience citing unfriendly staff in the baby room, high infant-to-caregiver ratios, staff turnover, and a perceived lack of communication and concern.

Kind and caring staff
Address
10 Chestnut Dr, Elkton, MD
Phone
(410) 392-5850
Ymca Of Cecil Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The YMCA of Cecil Learning Center in Elkton receives mixed reviews focused primarily on facility amenities rather than daycare services. Parents praise the friendly staff, cleanliness, reasonable pricing, and diverse recreational activities including pools, fitness classes, and sports programs. Common complaints center on the relocated co-ed sauna design, dated facility areas, staff training inconsistencies, and membership policy enforcement.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilityreasonable pricing
Address
25 Ymca Blvd, Elkton, MD
Phone
(410) 392-9622
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
Colesville Learning Ctr For Ch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
13100 Andrew Dr, Silver Spring, MD
Phone
(301) 989-1179
Gaithersburg Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Gaithersburg Day Nursery (Childtime) has earned consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and family-like environment, skilled teaching staff, strong leadership, and excellent developmental progress of their children. The facility's communication tools, nutritious meals, and personal attention to each child's needs are frequently cited as standout features.

Caring and compassionate stafffamily-l
Address
8730 Oakmont St, Gaithersburg, MD
Phone
(301) 977-3754
Little Feet Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
8815 Maywood Ave, Silver Spring, MD
Phone
(301) 495-3338
Montgomery College Cc @ Takoma Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

These reviews appear to be from Montgomery College students rather than daycare parents. Reviews praise the college's Art program, supportive professors, helpful staff, diverse campus community, and abundant transfer opportunities. The institution is described as welcoming, well-resourced, and conducive to academic success.

Dedicated and supportive professorshelpful staff and counselorsstrong Art program
Address
7714 Takoma Ave, Takoma Park, MD
Phone
(240) 650-1518
Catherine Christian Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
13515 Brandywine Rd, Brandywine, MD
Phone
(301) 782-4641
Central Child Dev Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
7310 Central Ave, Capitol Heights, MD
Phone
(301) 336-5005
Genesis III
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

The reviews provided are not for Genesis III daycare. Instead, they appear to be reviews for Premier Health Express Urgent Care, a medical facility. No parent reviews about Genesis III daycare center in Oxon Hill, Maryland are available to summarize.

None mentioned for Genesis III daycare
Address
5474 St Barnabas Rd, Oxon Hill, MD
Phone
(301) 630-0900
Genesis Learning Center 4
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
3409 Brightseat Rd, Glenarden, MD
Phone
(301) 772-3908
Grace Child Development Center#
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

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 activities
Address
305 Laurel Ave, Laurel, MD
Phone
(301) 362-1052
It Takes A Village Educare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
12103 Windbrook Dr, Clinton, MD
Phone
(301) 203-8800
All About Children Learning Dcc#
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
5706 Highgate Dr, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 664-1477
Christian Baby Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
342 N Hilton St, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 945-3574
Dhcd Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
2803 N Dukeland St, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 396-7782
E B Hirsh Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

E.B. Hirsch Early Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, structured environment, and child-focused approach. However, one negative review raises concerns about inconsistent quality across classrooms, inadequate handling of behavioral issues, and safety incidents.

caring and attentive staffstructured classroom transitionsorganized clean facility
Address
7401 Park Heights Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 764-7281
Ernetta Paradise Of Fun Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
811 N Glover St, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 342-9580
Ernetta Paradise Of Fun Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
3403 Erdman Ave, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(410) 342-9580
Kingz Kidz World Of Early Learners Ccc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
4909 Belair Rd, Baltimore, MD
Phone
(443) 835-2866

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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.