Our daughter started at Elefantitos Preschool at just 7 months old, and over the past three years we’ve watched her truly blossom into a confident, tri-lingual (Spanish, English, and Mandarin) 3-year-old who is intellectually advanced—already beginning to read, write, and do arithmetic—and remarkably emotionally aware, with healthy tools to calm herself during big feelings and express herself with words. The nurturing environment created by the school director Sam has made all the difference; she brings a unique warmth and connection with the children, and her genuine care is something we deeply trust and value. Please note that Elefantitos has transitioned from their Bethesda location to Pike & Rose. During the move, Sam continues to demonstrate exceptional thoughtfulness toward families—for example, generously making school parking available to help me manage carpool logistics when my employer required a return to office without adequate on-site parking. She truly treats both the children and their parents like family, supporting us through challenges and incorporating family milestones and personal accomplishments into school celebrations. Elefantitos has given our family not just a preschool, but a true community. If you’re considering preschool options, I highly encourage you to check them out—you won’t regret it.