Best Pre-K Schools & Programs in Baltimore, 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...
Preschool
For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Drop-In Care
With our Flex Care program, you can purchase child care days in advance to use, as you need them—all year long. You get reliability and flexibility, and your child gets to experience our proven curriculum in a fun, safe, and secure environment. You can purchase prepaid cards in five-day increments through your school, and each is good for one full year. After completing the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
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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...
Pre-K
Your child’s school readiness is the most important thing to us and that’s the focus of our Pre-K program. Building on Preschool learning, we focus on problem solving, responsive listening, language usage, and social skills. Our Focus on Literacy™ program features in-school and at-home activities designed to improve your child’s literacy and cognition in areas such as vocabulary development and alphabet knowledge. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Preschool
For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. 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
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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...
Pre-K
Your child’s school readiness is the most important thing to us and that’s the focus of our Pre-K program. Building on Preschool learning, we focus on problem solving, responsive listening, language usage, and social skills. Our Focus on Literacy™ program features in-school and at-home activities designed to improve your child’s literacy and cognition in areas such as vocabulary development and alphabet knowledge. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Preschool
For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
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At The Baltimore Early Learning Center, our mission is to ensure the total development of each child and their early education. We provide excellent education and care for children 18 months through 6...
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At The Baltimore Montessori, our mission is to ensure the total development of each child and we stay true to the concepts of traditional Montessori education as outlined by Dr. Maria Montessori....
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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...
Pre-K
Your child’s school readiness is the most important thing to us and that’s the focus of our Pre-K program. Building on Preschool learning, we focus on problem solving, responsive listening, language usage, and social skills. Our Focus on Literacy™ program features in-school and at-home activities designed to improve your child’s literacy and cognition in areas such as vocabulary development and alphabet knowledge. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Preschool
For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. 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
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Best of Baltimore 2024 award winning child development program and certified preschool center offering age-appropriate care for infants through school-aged children. Daily activities include playing...
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Christian program offering childcare services to school-aged children. Curriculum encourages whole child development including the body, mind, and spirit. Age-appropriate books, toys, computer...
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Childcare center offering early education and enrichment with a focus on literacy, art, early academics, physical education, and social skills. Site utilizes a play-based curriculum designed to...
Prekindergarten Program
Final year of preschool designed to prepare children for kindergarten. Program puts a strong emphasis on literacy and language arts. Daily routine includes: reading, writing, math, science, Spanish instruction, movement, art, and music. Teachers model respect and kindness, and children learn how to resolve conflicts and build friendships. Children also learn to express themselves through writing and telling complete stories.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
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Early education program designed for young children. Facility sits in the heart of Belvedere Square.
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Ages And Stages Childcare provides comprehensive care, a learning curriculum, and includes two meals and two snacks. We focus on both educating your child and fostering their social development.
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Old Mother Hubbard's Learning Cubbard Daycare Center is a childcare facility providing services for children aged 6 weeks to 15 years. It offers a structured environment with educational activities to...
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Head Start program providing school readiness preschool education. Curriculum encourages reading and writing skills, math concepts, science, social skills, and healthy living. Art projects, sensory...
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Eco-conscious program with individualized curriculum tailored to each child.
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Kiddie Castle Child Development Center offers programs for children up to 13 years old, providing developmentally age-appropriate care. The center aims to give parents peace of mind while offering a...
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Life Prep Early Learning Center offers early education adventures for children ages 2–5, providing a safe, engaging environment tailored to each child’s learning style. With over 18 years of...
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Child care center provided through a partnership with John Hopkins University. Daily learning through experiences and interactions within a stimulating and prepared learning environment is provided....
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Christian preschool provided by Breath of God Lutheran Church and offering learning experiences to children as they prepare for elementary school. Curriculum includes numbers, operations,...
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Montessori-based school located in Downtown Baltimore City and serving infants through Pre-Kindergarten students. Chinese immersion program provides multi-age and multi-cultural classrooms. Weekly...
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Christian preschool and school-age program offering age-appropriate activities and educational learning experiences. BJU Press Christian Preschool Curriculum is used to introduce children to literacy,...
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At Precious Pumpkins Daycare, our goal is to provide a safe, inclusive, nurturing, professional and affordable environment of love, learning, kindness and respect to all children, while ensuring the...
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Bilingual educational learning center offering care and academics to infants through Kindergarteners. Daily activities include storytime, art, circle time, music, outside play, group work, and...
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Jewish preschool program offering learning experiences to develop children socially, emotionally, physically, cognitively, and spiritually. Program encourages children to develop problem-solving...
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Catholic preschool offering full scholarship education and spiritual direction to low-income children and their families. Program promotes social, behavior, physical, spiritual, emotional, cognitive,...
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Bilingual, Catholic school offering prekindergarten education, elementary classes, before/aftercare, and summer camp to children. Curriculum introduces children to learning concepts using the "whole...
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Christian childcare center providing programming that nurtures the whole child in the areas of intellectual, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual development. Children receive age-appropriate...
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Childcare center providing age-appropriate care and education to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Creative Curriculum is used and includes hands-on activities teaching music, movement, art,...
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Nursery and daycare program offering learning experiences, free play, and outside play. Daily activities include an educational program, lunch, nap time/rest time, enrichment activities and gross...
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Faith-based preschool serving infants, toddlers, Pre-Kindergarten students. Daycare provides a holistic education emphasizing academics, character development, and service-learning. Curriculum...
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Preschool and daycare program located on a 26-acre campus and offering age-appropriate care and education to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Daily activities include painting, drawing, sorting,...
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Nature-based preschool and daycare program encouraging young learners to engage with the world, themselves, and others through the age-appropriate curriculum. Parent and toddler classes are offered to...
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Childcare center offering a developmentally appropriate program that focuses on the process of learning and encourages children to become independent and social. Montessori methods are used to...
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Christian preschool and kindergarten program providing age-appropriate learning and curriculum to young children. Program takes place on the campus of St. David's Episcopal Church. Indoor and outdoor...
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Christian daycare center providing age-appropriate activities and games for preschoolers. Daily schedule includes chapel, language arts, crafts, recess, rest time, science, and social studies....
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Montessori, multilingual preschool and extended care program offering care and educational learning for children. Children ages two and three participate in full language immersion in Spanish or...
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Childcare center offering a developmentally appropriate program that focuses on the process of learning and encourages children to become independent and social. Montessori methods are used to...
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The Goddard School of Bare Hills is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features an indoor gym, a rock wall for climbing, and outdoor classrooms where children can...
Pre-Kindergarten
As children prepare for Kindergarten, our Pre-K classroom offers exciting opportunities for them to develop the skills they will need while making friends and exploring the world around them. Our Pre-Kindergarten program helps your child learn more about themselves, others and the world around them. Teachers engage in play with students, helping them to develop their social skills and learn more about effective communication. Our Wonder of Learning™ curriculum emphasizes a child-led, teacher-guided approach, encouraging interactive, purposeful learning experiences that allows students to grow their math and literacy skills, preparing them for Kindergarten and beyond.
Preschool Classroom
In our Preschool classroom, children start their journeys into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting. At The Goddard School®, we recognize that classrooms are made up of many unique children and teachers work to create engaging, innovative, play-based lessons with the interests and needs of every child in mind. Through the power of asking a question, your child will learn how to seek answers and advocate for themselves in the classroom. The Wonder of Learning™ curriculum takes your child's natural curiosity and encourages them to ask even more questions because asking questions fuels learning. When children want to know something, they learn faster and learning becomes an understanding that lasts a lifetime.
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The Goddard School of Baltimore - Canton is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features an indoor gym, a rock wall for climbing, and outdoor playgrounds where...
Pre-Kindergarten
As children prepare for Kindergarten, our Pre-K classroom offers exciting opportunities for them to develop the skills they will need while making friends and exploring the world around them. Our Pre-Kindergarten program helps your child learn more about themselves, others and the world around them. Teachers engage in play with students, helping them to develop their social skills and learn more about effective communication. Our Wonder of Learning™ curriculum emphasizes a child-led, teacher-guided approach, encouraging interactive, purposeful learning experiences that allows students to grow their math and literacy skills, preparing them for Kindergarten and beyond.
Preschool Classroom
In our Preschool classroom, children start their journeys into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting. At The Goddard School®, we recognize that classrooms are made up of many unique children and teachers work to create engaging, innovative, play-based lessons with the interests and needs of every child in mind. Through the power of asking a question, your child will learn how to seek answers and advocate for themselves in the classroom. The Wonder of Learning™ curriculum takes your child's natural curiosity and encourages them to ask even more questions because asking questions fuels learning. When children want to know something, they learn faster and learning becomes an understanding that lasts a lifetime.
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The Goddard School of White Marsh - Honeygo is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features a rock wall for climbing, a basketball court, and multiple playgrounds for...
Pre-Kindergarten
As children prepare for Kindergarten, our Pre-K classroom offers exciting opportunities for them to develop the skills they will need while making friends and exploring the world around them. Our Pre-Kindergarten program helps your child learn more about themselves, others and the world around them. Teachers engage in play with students, helping them to develop their social skills and learn more about effective communication. Our Wonder of Learning™ curriculum emphasizes a child-led, teacher-guided approach, encouraging interactive, purposeful learning experiences that allows students to grow their math and literacy skills, preparing them for Kindergarten and beyond.
Preschool Classroom
In our Preschool classroom, children start their journeys into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting. At The Goddard School®, we recognize that classrooms are made up of many unique children and teachers work to create engaging, innovative, play-based lessons with the interests and needs of every child in mind. Through the power of asking a question, your child will learn how to seek answers and advocate for themselves in the classroom. The Wonder of Learning™ curriculum takes your child's natural curiosity and encourages them to ask even more questions because asking questions fuels learning. When children want to know something, they learn faster and learning becomes an understanding that lasts a lifetime.
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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....
Prekindergarten Program
Final year of preschool designed to prepare children for kindergarten. Program puts a strong emphasis on literacy and language arts. Daily routine includes: reading, writing, math, science, Spanish instruction, movement, art, and music. Teachers model respect and kindness, and children learn how to resolve conflicts and build friendships. Children also learn to express themselves through writing and telling complete stories.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
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Childcare and preschool education center providing a play-based curriculum. Studies are age-appropriate and are designed to support school readiness in STEM subjects, the arts, and literacy. Regular...
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At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child’s individual...
Kindergarten Prep
The last year before kindergarten is a time of growth. We offer a program that gives you both teachers who cherish this important time, and curriculum recognized by parents and teachers for helping children build the social and academic skills needed to be ready for school.
Preschool
Preschool is a big year. We’ve designed our program to give you complete confidence in every aspect of your child’s experience; from health and safety; to ready-for-school curriculum; to the full support of experienced teachers.
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Private preschool and daycare center in Baltimore, Maryland. It offers a variety of programs for children from birth to age 6, including full-day, part-day, and drop-in care. The school is accredited...
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The Goddard School of Baltimore - Locust Point is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features a dramatic arts space, a rock wall for climbing, and playgrounds where...
Pre-Kindergarten
As children prepare for Kindergarten, our Pre-K classroom offers exciting opportunities for them to develop the skills they will need while making friends and exploring the world around them. Our Pre-Kindergarten program helps your child learn more about themselves, others and the world around them. Teachers engage in play with students, helping them to develop their social skills and learn more about effective communication. Our Wonder of Learning™ curriculum emphasizes a child-led, teacher-guided approach, encouraging interactive, purposeful learning experiences that allows students to grow their math and literacy skills, preparing them for Kindergarten and beyond.
Preschool Classroom
In our Preschool classroom, children start their journeys into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting. At The Goddard School®, we recognize that classrooms are made up of many unique children and teachers work to create engaging, innovative, play-based lessons with the interests and needs of every child in mind. Through the power of asking a question, your child will learn how to seek answers and advocate for themselves in the classroom. The Wonder of Learning™ curriculum takes your child's natural curiosity and encourages them to ask even more questions because asking questions fuels learning. When children want to know something, they learn faster and learning becomes an understanding that lasts a lifetime.
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Childcare facility offering programs for infants through preschool-aged children in the Baltimore area. Children participate in a variety of activities that work on cognitive, communication,...
Pre-Kindergarten - Ready, Set, Go
Our Ready, Set, Go program is developed through our Life Essentials® curriculum to enable learning experiences where your 4-year-old’s creativity can thrive. Everything your child learns is reinforced and extended throughout the year to get them ready for school.
Preschool - I Can Do It
Our I Can Do It program inspires your child to discover their own sense of creativity, independence, and critical thinking skills in an environment filled with opportunities to grow and explore. Children’s accomplishments drive them to develop a life-long love of learning that starts right here.
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We strive to create a compassionate world in which children are resilient enough to speak their truth and be compassionate to others, even in the face of adversity and conflict. Our Mission is to...
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Inspired Child Care Learning Center is a licensed daycare offering programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. It provides a full-time care service with varying weekly rates...
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Co-ed early childhood center located on the campus of Roland Park Country School. Program serves infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Curriculum promotes learning through inquiry, discovery,...
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Tots R Us Early Learning Daycare provides a safe, nurturing, respectful environment where children can grow and develop. All childcare programs should be built on such a foundation; however, I believe...
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Childcare program offering care and learning opportunities for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. Learning occurs daily in an environment that promotes academia through play,...
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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 the difference between preschool, Pre-K, and TK?
Preschool, Pre-K, and Transitional Kindergarten (TK) are all great options for children, depending on their ages and academic needs. Learn the difference.
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What is Universal Pre-K?
Universal Pre-K is a free, state-funded program for four-year-olds designed to introduce children to the pre-academic skills needed for Kindergarten.
FAQs About Baltimore Pre-K Programs
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At what age should I enroll my child in Pre-K?
- The starting age for Pre-Kindergarten varies across states, but it's usually at four years of age. Remember, the application process often begins a few months prior to the child reaching the eligible age, so it's important to plan ahead.
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Do public schools have Pre-K?
- Many public schools offer free Pre-K programs for eligible families. These public preschool programs vary by state in terms of age requirements and classroom hours. Check with your local school district to see if public Pre-K is available near you.
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What is Pre-K?
- Pre-K is an early learning program designed for children before they enter kindergarten. It emphasizes foundational learning, social skills, and early literacy and numeracy development.