Free Preschools near Bethesda, MD
**OPEN TO DC RESIDENTS ONLY** Our Every Child Ready curriculum focuses on academics, social-emotional development, & play-based learning to create an exceptional first-time school experience! Children...
PK-4
**For PK4, students must be no younger than four years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
PK-3
**For PK3, students must be no younger than three years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
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**OPEN TO DC RESIDENTS ONLY** Our Every Child Ready curriculum focuses on academics, social-emotional development, & play-based learning to create an exceptional first-time school experience! Children...
PK-4
**For PK4, students must be no younger than four years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
PK-3
**For PK3, students must be no younger than three years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
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Serves PK3-3rd grade. DC Prep is one of the city's highest-performing PK3-8th public charter school networks. DC Prep is a fun learning community committed to nurturing students and fostering love for...
DC Prep Edgewood Elementary (PK3-3rd)
Students develop the social, emotional, and cognitive competencies that lead to a love of school and learning.
DC Prep Edgewood Elementary (PK3-3rd)
Students master foundational reading and math skills while developing the independence, curiosity, and focus to thrive in a college-prep environment.
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**OPEN TO DC RESIDENTS ONLY** Our Every Child Ready curriculum focuses on academics, social-emotional development, & play-based learning to create an exceptional first-time school experience! Children...
PK-4
**For PK4, students must be no younger than four years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
PK-3
**For PK3, students must be no younger than three years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
Also offers: Before & After Care
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**OPEN TO DC RESIDENTS ONLY** Our Every Child Ready curriculum focuses on academics, social-emotional development, & play-based learning to create an exceptional first-time school experience! Children...
PK-3
**For PK3, students must be no younger than three years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
PK-4
**For PK4, students must be no younger than four years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
Also offers: Before & After Care
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**OPEN TO DC RESIDENTS ONLY** Our Every Child Ready curriculum focuses on academics, social-emotional development, & play-based learning to create an exceptional first-time school experience! Children...
PK-3
**For PK3, students must be no younger than three years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
PK-4
**For PK4, students must be no younger than four years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
Also offers: Before & After Care
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**OPEN TO DC RESIDENTS ONLY** Our Every Child Ready curriculum focuses on academics, social-emotional development, & play-based learning to create an exceptional first-time school experience! Children...
PK-3
**For PK3, students must be no younger than three years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
PK-4
**For PK4, students must be no younger than four years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
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DC Prep is one of the city's highest-performing PK3-8th public charter school networks. DC Prep is a fun learning community committed to nurturing students and fostering love for learning. We focus on...
Pre-K
Pre-Kindergarten program for 3s and 4s where children develop the social, emotional, and cognitive competencies that lead to a love of school and learning. The school day includes morning community meeting, guided literacy and numeracy, and centers including dramatic play and sensory exploration.
DC Prep Anacostia Elementary (PK3-3rd)
Students master foundational reading and math skills while developing the independence, curiosity, and focus to thrive in a college-prep environment.
Also offers: After Care Program, DC Prep Anacostia Middle Campus (4th-8th)
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DC Prep is one of the city's highest-performing PK3-8th public charter school networks. DC Prep is a fun learning community committed to nurturing students and fostering love for learning. We focus on...
DC Prep Benning Elementary (PK3-3rd)
Pre-Kindergarten program for 3s and 4s where children develop the social, emotional, and cognitive competencies that lead to a love of school and learning. The school day includes morning community meeting, guided literacy and numeracy, and centers including dramatic play and sensory exploration.
DC Prep Benning Elementary (PK3-3rd)
Students master foundational reading and math skills while developing the independence, curiosity, and focus to thrive in a college-prep environment.
Also offers: DC Prep Benning Middle Campus (4th-8th), After Care Program
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**OPEN TO DC RESIDENTS ONLY** Our Every Child Ready curriculum focuses on academics, social-emotional development, & play-based learning to create an exceptional first-time school experience! Children...
PK-4
**For PK4, students must be no younger than four years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
PK-3
**For PK3, students must be no younger than three years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.
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As an official sponsor of the U.S. State Department-regulated au pair program for over 35 years, Cultural Care has placed more than 175,000 au pairs in the homes of American host families. These au...
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Wood Acres Elementary is a K-12 school offering pre-kindergarten programs located at 5800 Cromwell Dr in Bethesda, MD.
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Preschools near Bethesda, MD
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Family daycare offers space where children come to learn to play and play to learn. Each child is treated as a unique individual and encouraged to play, learn, and grow with peers. Program offers...
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Home-based daycare provider serving children and families in the Alexandria area. Teachers provide a variety of hands-on learning activities that work on physical, social and cognitive skills. ...
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Welcome to Blooming Buds Childcare! With 20 years of experience, we provide a bright, preschool-style environment where children truly flourish. Our comprehensive curriculum focuses on numbers,...
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MeliLand Childcare is a warm, loving, home-based program in Bethesda, MD, with over 25 years of experience. Our creative, play-based program provides a safe, nurturing small-group setting where...
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MeliLand Childcare LLC,
MeliLand Childcare is a warm, home-based program in Bethesda, MD, with 25+ years of experience. Small groups, caring trained teachers, and a safe, inspiring space support a creative, play-based, active curriculum with organic meals, music, and language—helping children grow, learn, and thrive.
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We believe in going above and beyond when it comes to serving children. Our child care environment is clean, secure, and designed for active exploration, with plenty of indoor and outdoor play spaces....
H&A Child Care,Preschool
H&A Child Care’s preschool program provides a safe, engaging environment where children build early academic, social, and self-help skills through play-based learning, structured routines, creative activities, and positive guidance while meeting state standards.
H&A Child Care
H&A Child Care provides a clean, safe, and secure environment designed to encourage active exploration. The facility features a variety of indoor and outdoor play spaces with diverse and inclusive materials, including books, toys, and art supplies that reflect different cultures and abilities.
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We are more than just ABC. We are a family day care with a caring, nurturing, home away from home. Your child will be assisted in developing a love of learning and a curiosity about the world with an...
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Little Lambs Academy is a private Christian childcare center providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children learn, grow, and thrive through STEM, faith-based education, and...
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Rock Spring Children's Center provides a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children learn, grow, and thrive. Our experienced teachers support each child's development through play-based...
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ur preschool program fosters curiosity, confidence, and kindergarten readiness through hands-on learning experiences. Children build early literacy, math, science, and social-emotional skills through play-based activities, creative exploration, structured learning, and outdoor discovery.
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Our mission is to provide families with reliable childcare services and enrich the lives of each child in our care by developing their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills. We encourage...
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Guides
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The Cost of Childcare in Maryland: A Guide for Parents
Curious how much daycare or preschool really costs in Maryland? We break down average childcare rates by city, age, and program type—based on real data from local providers.
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How to Find Out if You Qualify for Free Preschool Through Head Start
Head Start programs serve as a much-needed resource for children and families, preparing them for the future through education, connection, and support.
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How to Find Free Preschool
Preschools can vary in cost, but what about free? Finding preschool for free is possible - here are 4 ways parents can find a free preschool for their child.
FAQs About Bethesda Free Preschools
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Is Pre-K free in Maryland?
- Free Pre-K in Maryland is available for eligible three and four-year-olds, with priority given to children from families earning up to 300 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) and to children with special education needs, without any income restrictions.