Drop-In Daycares near Indian Head, MD
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...
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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...
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Early Bird Development Center has been caring for young learners for over 30 years, beginning as a family-based home daycare and growing into a warm, intentional early childhood program. We use the...
Toddler class
Toddlers explore, move, and learn through hands-on activities and guided play. Teachers support language, independence, and social skills using the STREAMin³ model to turn everyday moments into learning.
Trainers class
Our Trainers classroom encourages curiosity, movement, and early independence. Teachers use guided play, simple routines, and rich language modeling to help children build communication, social skills, and confidence.
Also offers: Preschool
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Speaks Spanish
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Home-based childcare program for toddlers, preschool-age, and school-age children.
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Home-based daycare provider serving children and families in the Alexandria area. Curriculum is focused on all areas of child development, including working on social, physical, emotional and...
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Discovery Family Childcare is a 5 star licensed family facility that has serviced Fort Washington, MD and the surrounding community for 28 years. We provide a Montessori style curriculum as well as...
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At Strong Foundation Academy, children will discover a nurturing and engaging environment that encourages exploration and excitement during their critical early years of development, beginning with...
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Welcome to The Tod Pod Children's House, a family daycare for children between the ages of 12 months and 5 years. As a Family Childcare home, we maintain an intimate ratio of 1:4 and offer each child...
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Home-based child care program for children.
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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...
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Daycares near Indian Head, MD
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Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
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.
Also offers: Preschool Program, Prekindergarten Program, Discovery Preschool
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Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
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.
Also offers: Prekindergarten Program, Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program
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Speaks Spanish
The Merit School of Gunston provides caring, quality daycare in Lorton VA at Gunston. Established in 1980, The Merit School of Virginia has built a reputation for excellence in educational childcare....
Baby Steps
The Baby Steps program focuses on the growth and development of infants through nurturing and individualized care. It fosters language development and trust between infants and caregivers with activities like singing, reading, and playing. The program emphasizes real-time communication with parents and uses a literacy-rich curriculum to support infants' social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
Toddler Explorers
Our Toddler Explorers program caters to children aged 16-24 months, providing a nurturing and safe environment. Individualized lesson plans, designed by early care professionals, support social-emotional, physical, and cognitive development. The program emphasizes daily communication with families, ensuring parents are informed about their child's activities and progress. Classrooms are thoughtfully arranged to create a home-like atmosphere, with age-appropriate materials and outdoor play spaces to encourage exploration and learning.
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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 Is Drop-in Daycare?
As more parents shift to remote work or jobs with non-traditional hours, there is a need for more flexible childcare options.
FAQs About Indian Head Drop-In Daycares
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What is a drop-in daycare?
- A drop-in daycare is a program where parents can drop their children off for a few hours per day or when their regular care isn't available. Some programs may offer full-day drop-in care while others only provide a few hours of care at a time.
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How does drop-in daycare work
- To take advantage of drop-in daycare services, it's important to first complete the registration process for your child. Once enrolled, you gain the flexibility to use the daycare on an as-needed basis. However, it's advisable to check availability in advance—either by calling or booking online—to secure your spot. This type of daycare is especially beneficial for parents in need of occasional childcare solutions or when unexpected gaps in regular childcare arise.