Best Toddler Daycares in Gaithersburg, MD
Home daycare focuses on teaching children social, emotional, and behavioral skills to ensure each child's development while offering an environment that supports learning and growth. Children develop...
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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...
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. 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: Drop-In Care, Early Preschool, Preschool
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For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. We combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun,...
Beginners
In our Beginner program for ages 2–3, children build confidence and independence through self-help skills like dressing themselves and washing their hands. Teachers support big emotions and encourage curiosity with hands-on activities. Our Links to Learning curriculum builds vocabulary, introduces early math concepts, and helps children begin to use simple reasoning. Spanish is gently introduced, enriching their learning environment.
Intermediates
Our Intermediates program for 3-year-olds encourages hands-on exploration through learning centers focused on early literacy, math, and science. Our Links to Learning curriculum also helps children develop independence, practice social-emotional skills like sharing, taking turns, and understanding emotions, and build strong friendships. We also foster appreciation for diversity to create an inclusive, caring community.
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Top Hat Childcare in Gaithersburg is a premier early childhood center dedicated to providing a high-quality educational foundation in a secure and nurturing environment. The school follows a holistic...
TopHat Pre-Toddler & Toddler
Pre-Toddler Program fosters independence, curiosity, and social skills through guided activities like sorting colors, using utensils, movement-based play. Toddler classrooms encourage exploration, literacy, and practical life skills, nurturing confidence & independence in a warm, supportive space.
TopHat Pre-Kindergarden
We foster growth through structured learning and exploration. Teachers guide hands-on activities in language, math, science, art, and culture while supporting social, emotional, and physical development. Children gain independence, confidence, and readiness for school in a nurturing environment.
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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...
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.
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: Drop-In Care, Preschool, Early Preschool
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A Registered & Insured Family childcare offering services for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Early education activities are available to appropriate age groups in a safe environment...
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Ply-based bilingual Mandarin, Spanish, and English childcare program. Children learn to explore imagination and program promotes learning through free play. Program goal is to provider quality, trust,...
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Childcare and early education for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Curriculum is designed to provide a balance of group and individual activities that promote creativity and exploration. Meeting...
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Also offers: Preschool Program
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We are a small school providing excellent care for children. There are two adults always present. We provide comprehensive care to ensure the physical, social, and academic growth of each child. We...
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Sunshine Divine Childcare is a home for learning and growth. We are a registered and insured family childcare offering a safe, nurturing environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our...
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My Child Care program provides a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment for infants and toddlers. I focus on play-based learning, positive guidance, and age-appropriate activities that support...
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Bilingual Spanish and English daycare offered by two providers in a home with a private backyard play area. Program offers preschool curriculum to prepare children for kindergarten. Summer camp lots...
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Home-based center offers Montessori environment with enrichment programs in yoga, art, and music. Schedule includes Portuguese and Spanish lessons. Program focuses on building cognitive, emotional,...
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We use Maryland standards and creative Curriculum for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and focus on social emotional development. In our care, we encourage independence, self-reliance and between the...
Ms. MiMi's Family Childcare
We have two staff working in the toddler program where we provide love, care and build relationship through communication, understanding, patience and lots of hands and play based activities.
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Happy Steps Child Care LLC is a licensed 261086 home daycare located in Gaithersburg, MD, providing care and play experiences for up to 7 children.
Speaks Spanish
Our daycare center mission: to provide a safe, nurturing, and educational space where children can learn, explore, and build the foundation for lifelong success.Through Brightwheel -Experience...
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Childcare program designed to provide children with an interactive learning environment. Children participate in a range of activities that promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive...
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Center offers childcare services to toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. Montessori-style classroom encourages children to pursue their individual interests as well as learn daily...
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In-home Spanish language immersion preschool program for infants and toddlers. Curriculum features educational activities and experiences, and Spanish lessons are introduced in an environment that...
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We are a private, Catholic school Pre-K to 8th grade. We have 60 preschool students. We provide morning and afternoon care for students enrolled in our Pre-K to 8th grades.
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Early childhood education program designed for two and early three-year-olds. Program is a ministry of Covenant United Methodist Church. Children have the opportunity to develop positive social skills...
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Nahid Daycare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Gaithersburg, MD. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Early childhood program offers curriculum designed to support and stimulate each child's cognitive, social, emotional, language, and physical development. Program creates an atmosphere support and...
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Christian faith-based preschool education center supporting kindergarten readiness. Children are encouraged to learn through exploration, social interaction, and structured play. Creative Curriculum...
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Center offers childcare services to infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. Curriculum promotes self-esteem, self-reliance, and foster a love of learning. Individualized learning...
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Religious school offering childcare services to preschoolers. Curriculum is focused on developing physical, emotional, and cognitive skills. Daily activities include games, puppets, Bible stories,...
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The Goddard School of Gaithersburg - Kentlands is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features a rock climbing wall, an outdoor playground, and a STEAM computer lab...
Toddler Classroom
As toddlers are rapidly developing both physically and cognitively, the Toddler classroom is where their natural curiosity is fostered, and their language and communication skills are nurtured. A lifelong love of learning starts early, and we believe in providing brand-new learners with the tools they need to be successful. In the Toddler classroom, our proprietary education program, Wonder of Learning™, comes to life as expert teachers harness children’s natural curiosity, guiding them to explore the world around them through hands-on learning, play and asking questions. Teachers support your child's social-emotional growth while helping them develop important physical skills. Your little one will build social awareness, form meaningful connections with others and have plenty of opportunities to strengthen essential skills like persistence and independence.
Twos Classroom
In the Twos classroom, patient, caring teachers guide children through playful exploration. They help your little one navigate big emotions while providing hands-on learning experiences that nurture their innate curiosity. Your toddler is constantly learning new things about the world around them. At The Goddard School®, our team is here to work with your little one every day as they play, learn and gain the skills they need to prepare for preschool. Our Wonder of Learning™ education program will immerse your child in literacy, science, arts and math brought together in one activity for a more holistic—and fun—approach to learning.
Also offers: Bridge Classroom, Preschool Classroom
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In-home childcare program offering services for children of all ages. Age-appropriate toys, games, and materials are available for exploration and discovery. Daily activities include circle time,...
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In-home family daycare offering age-appropriate care and learning to infants through school-age children. Preschool curriculum is used to teach the alphabet, numbers, shapes, colors, problem-solving,...
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Pet-free home located in a beautiful neighborhood in the Flower Hill area of Gaithersburg, MD. We are using Mother Goose as our curriculum.
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Center offers childcare services to children from infancy to school-age. Program uses the Play-based "Life Essentials" curriculum which focuses on STEM, health, fitness, and character education. ...
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.
Early Preschool - Exploring My World
The Exploring My World program nurtures your child's growing individuality through days filled with interactive learning and group activities. Kiddie Academy provides a safe, supportive environment for your 2-year-old to explore, experiment, imagine, and interact with their peers and educators.
Also offers: Preschool - I Can Do It
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Home-based daycare with a center-like atmosphere to help children transition from home to school. Experienced teachers offer a wide ranging program to develop academic, physical, and creative skills....
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Home-based childcare program providing a play-based preschool curriculum for school readiness. Studies focus on math, social studies, science, physical education, language arts, and social skills...
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Home-based childcare provider supporting play-based activities for all ages. Children have the ability to learn Arabic as a secondary language. Before and after school care is provided for school-age...
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Home-based program providing care and preschool education. Academics are geared towards school readiness. Activities include free play, sensory play, reading, crafts, outdoor time, and music.
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Childcare center offering educational services for toddlers through school-aged children. Teachers use the PLAN curriculum to provide hands-on learning opportunities that foster creativity and...
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Center offers childcare services to children from infancy to school-age. Daily activities include art, science, storytimes, music, dancing, and free play. The room is divided into different centers...
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Kinza’s Playhouse LLC is a trusted childcare provider serving families in the Gaithersburg area for over 10 years. We offer a warm, nurturing, and playful learning environment where children can grow,...
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Home-based childcare provider supporting play-based academic learning. Curriculum is age-appropriate and promotes school readiness by focusing on literacy, math, and science. Children may also...
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Home-based family daycare provider supporting age-appropriate play-based learning. Bilingual Spanish-English literacy curriculum is provided for enhanced communication skills among all ages. Children...
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Center offers childcare services to infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. Daily activities include music, singing, arts, puppets, dancing, and storytime. Academically...
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Home-based family childcare and preschool education center. Play-based and Montessori-inspired curriculum promotes natural development through reading and writing practice, art, music, physical...
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Home-based family childcare provider supporting bilingual Spanish-English education. Age-appropriate play-based activities support social-emotional development, motor skills, communication, and...
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Home-based childcare and preschool education center providing Russian language immersion. Curriculum supports communication and language arts development, early reading and writing skills, math...
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Center offers childcare services to children from infancy to school-age. Program uses the InvestiGator Club curriculum, by Robert-Leslie, which is an investigation-based early childhood curriculum....
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Childcare and development center providing care services for children of low-income families. Developmental activities support social-emotional skills, communication, early literacy skills, and...
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Zuhal Sediqui Child Care is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Gaithersburg, MD. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Center offers childcare services to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Curriculum prepares children for Kindergarten. Daily activities include crafting, playing with playdough, science, messy play,...
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Home-based center offers childcare services to children from infancy to school-age. Daily activities include gardening, free play, and crafting. Curriculum prepares children for Kindergarten by...
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Spanish immersion program offers childcare services to children from infancy to school-age. The early education program follows The Creative Curriculum, which is a comprehensive educational pathway...
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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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What Parents Need to Know About Toddlers and Daycare
The childcare experts at Winnie answer some of the most common questions about toddlers and daycare.
FAQs About Gaithersburg Toddler Daycares
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How many Gaithersburg daycare programs accept toddlers?
- Based on current daycare data, 38 daycare programs in Gaithersburg accept toddlers (1 - 2 years old) and 38 daycare programs in Gaithersburg accept toddlers (2 - 3 years old)
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What is the weekly cost of daycare for a toddler in Gaithersburg?
- The average weekly cost of daycare for a toddler between the ages of 1 and 3 is $295. This is based on provider cost data for daycares listed on Winnie.
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What type of daycare schedules are available for toddlers attending daycare in Gaithersburg?
- Out of 130 daycares that accept toddlers, 74% offer full time, 52% offer part time, and 10% offer drop-in.