Best Daycares in 21042 - Updated June 2026
Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Twos
This classroom is the perfect environment for terrific 2-year-olds. As your child grows more active, becoming an explorer, we provide a safe, engaging environment for them to develop. Learning experiences for 2-year-olds are based around key developmental milestones for this age group, as defined by our exclusive Learn from the Start™curriculum. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Toddlers, Drop-In Care, Early Preschool, and more
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Discover the Young School difference. At our schools, we love creating a community that supports the working families and growing children of suburban Baltimore. Our innovative approach to early...
Infants
Using a curriculum inspired by Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE), our teachers create a strong sense of security that fuels confidence and boosts self-esteem. Our Infant Program allows your little one to safely explore their surroundings and interact with peers and teachers. The focus on active play helps to encourage natural gross motor development. Our approach stimulates all aspects of development empowering children to grow with confidence and foster independence. This leads to authentic early development skills that create a solid foundation for learning.
Toddlers
Toddler Program inspired by Reggio Emilia curriculum that support your child’s growth in natural, innovative ways. Here, we celebrate initiative to think, learn, create, and do. Program highlights include: social and emotional development, early literacy and math concepts, and sensory and scientific discovery.
Also offers: Twos, Early Preschool, Preschool, and more
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Columbia Academy at Thunder Hill provides early childhood education and care for children from infants through elementary school age. The center follows a STEAM-focused curriculum that emphasizes...
Infant and Toddler Program
Infants and toddlers are given responsive care throughout the school day. We implement research-based objectives for development and learning, provide a high level of individualized attention, and engage young minds through play.
Preschool Program
In our preschool program, your child has the opportunity to develop confidence, social-emotional competence, and academic skills that are foundational for succeeding in kindergarten and beyond. Plus, they have the chance to make new friends and develop a love of learning.
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Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom.
Also offers: Twos, Drop-In Care, Pre-K, and more
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Every day, we’re nurturing young learners and preparing children for a bright future. At Childtime, our sensitive, respectful teachers are building trusting, secure relationships with children that...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Twos
This classroom is the perfect environment for terrific 2-year-olds. As your child grows more active, becoming an explorer, we provide a safe, engaging environment for them to develop. Learning experiences for 2-year-olds are based around key developmental milestones for this age group, as defined by our exclusive Learn from the Start™curriculum. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Toddlers, Drop-In Care, Pre-K, and more
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Art of Learning is a premier, licensed early childhood academy dedicated to providing a high-quality educational foundation. The school follows a holistic curriculum that balances kindergarten...
Daycare Program
At Art of Learning, our infant care program offers a warm, nurturing, home-like environment with individualized, responsive care. We focus on building secure relationships and supporting early development through gentle routines, creating a calm space where infants can grow and thrive.
Toddler Care Program
In the Toddler room, energy meets discovery! We support emerging independence and language skills through music, sensory movement, and hands-on play. This interactive setting helps toddlers build physical confidence and early social bonds while exploring their world in a safe space.
Also offers: Preschool Program
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Speaks Spanish
Childcare program for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Provider employs show and tell techniques starting with infants to initiate children on learning journey.
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Since 2000, Little Lighthouse has been a family-owned pillar of the Ellicott City community. Led by Dana Shourbaji, our center provides a nurturing environment for infants through Pre-K. Our expert...
Speaks Spanish
Welcome to Celebree School! From infant care to before and after school programs to summer camp, we are proud to play an important role in helping families raise independent, thoughtful children who...
Infants
Give your precious baby the best start possible at Celebree School®. Led by a team of loving and dedicated educators, our infant care program features care a tranquil setting in which your infant will be held, rocked, and cuddled during feedings and before naptime.
Toddlers
Our toddler program focuses on encouraging our children to explore the world around them. Our teachers work to help our children increase strength, mobility, and language skills, while also helping them learn self-help skills such as feeding themselves. Toddlers in our programs begin to learn social skills, such as sharing, through activities such as circle time and sensory games.
Also offers: Preschool
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Primrose School of Ellicott City is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care conveniently located on Corporate Court near Centennial Lane Elementary School and...
Infant Program
At this age, your infant is mainly learning through observation and exploration. For example, as our Infant teachers talk and sing with your child during feeding, diaper changes and playtime, your little one is beginning to understand language and conversation. Nurturing interactions like these will fill your child’s day and can be adapted and personalized to meet their individual needs.
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Also offers: Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, Early Preschool, and more
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Facility providing an early learning program for preschool-age children. Curriculum includes a balance of free play and structured activities for interactive learning experiences. Exploration and...
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Program cherishes the incredible bond between mothers and little ones and aims to extend that love and care to every child entrusted in care. Staff believes in a warm, inviting, natural environment,...
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Christian-based school providing care services for young children. Curriculum includes religious studies, Spanish immersion, physical education, phonics, math, science, technology, violin, and art....
Speaks Spanish
Facility provides variety of services for children including infant/toddler care, preschool, preK, Kindergarten and school-age programs. Life Essentials curriculum is used to deliver...
Infant Care - New Beginnings
Our infant daycare and child care program supports early development through sensory learning. Babies explore sights, sounds, and textures in a nurturing daycare setting. This preschool foundation helps your child grow, adapt, and build awareness of their environment.
Toddler Care - Discovering Me
Our Discovering Me program is developed through our Life Essentials® curriculum to grow and reinforce each toddler’s individual needs. Our educators form strong, caring relationships with your toddler and guide them through sensory-based learning experiences that encourage discovery.
Speaks Spanish
Home-based early childhood program for children. Mother Goose Curriculum is used along with Scholastic Our Big World with Clifford and Let's Find Out. Daily routine includes free play, academic...
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Home-based site provides daycare and early learning programs for young children. Educational games and activities offer preparation for Kindergarten and beyond through hands-on lessons. Daily routine...
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Childcare and early learning program serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Program encourages children to explore, build social skills, and have new experiences....
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I have 20-plus years of experience with my own daycare along with raising my own three. I have what they say is the grandma feel here. We enjoy motor skill activities along with lots of songs and...
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Home-based facility provides early learning and extended care programs for toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. Educational activities are delivered to ensure proper stimulation for...
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Center provides daycare and early learning services for young children. Individual learning styles and growth paces are supported to ensure proper stimulation for development. Child-guided activities...
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Naureen Khan is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Ellicott City, MD. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Tiara Kelly is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Ellicott City, MD. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Preschool program in operation for over 40 years. Mixed-age environment and family-style setting encourage positive social skill development and preschool curriculum prepares children for...
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FAQs About Ellicott City Daycares
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How many daycare providers are in Ellicott City?
- There are currently 38 daycare providers in Ellicott City. This includes full-time, part-time, and home daycare providers.
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How much does daycare cost in Ellicott City?
- The average monthly price for full time daycare in Ellicott City is $1511. This is based on provider cost data for daycares listed on Winnie.