Special Needs Care near North Potomac, MD

Before & After Care

Program hours are from 7:00am - 8:00am (before care) and 3:15pm - 6:00pm (after care). The before care and extended day team is led by AppleTree teaching assistants. Fee is based on the family's status with the NSLP (National School Lunch Program).

PK-3

**For PK3, students must be no younger than three years old on September 30 for the enrolled school year.** Every Child Ready (ECR) is AppleTree’s evidence-based, award-winning early-learning instructional model that drives what to teach, how to teach, and how to tell children are learning. Every Child Ready is a balanced early learning program created to prepare three-and-four-year-old children for kindergarten and beyond. The Every Child Ready program supports children’s development across social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and academic areas. Children learn through exploration and purposeful play. Teachers receive the professional development and tools they need to meet each child where they are. Families are active partners in their child’s education.

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.

Private High School

Fusion Academy is a fully accredited private high school. We prepare students for life after high school with 1-to-1 classes and a completely personalized education experience. Private high school classes at Fusion have just one teacher and one student. Teachers can accelerate or slow down based on your student’s needs and personalize course content for your student’s interests. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.

Tutoring & Mentoring Programs

Some subjects don’t come easily and can become a barrier to moving forward — academically and emotionally. That’s why we offer tutoring across all required subject areas and for many electives as well. At Fusion, our teachers are our tutors. They are trained in personalized, one-to-one education and are subject matter experts. In the one-to-one setting, they also act as mentors to their students. NOTE: This tuition rate includes 5 tutoring sessions.

Special Needs Care

MeliLand Childcare is a warm, home-based program in Bethesda, MD, with 25+ years of experience. Small groups, caring trained teachers, and a safe, inspiring space support a creative, play-based, active curriculum with organic meals, music, and language—helping children grow, learn, and thrive.

Toddler Care Program

MeliLand Childcare is a warm, home-based program in Bethesda, MD, with 25+ years of experience. Small groups, caring trained teachers, and a safe, inspiring space support a creative, play-based, active curriculum with organic meals, music, and language—helping children grow, learn, and thrive.

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.

Private Middle School

Fusion Academy offers a completely personalized private middle school experience. From classes to scheduling, everything is customized around your student. We balance academics and socialization to create a private junior high school experience unlike any other. Private middle school classes at Fusion Academy are 1-to-1: just 1 student and 1 teacher per class. Teachers match your child’s pace and preferences so they can learn better, dive deeper, and never get left behind. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.

Private High School

Fusion Academy is a fully accredited private high school. We prepare students for life after high school with 1-to-1 classes and a completely personalized education experience. Private high school classes at Fusion have just one teacher and one student. Teachers can accelerate or slow down based on your student’s needs and personalize course content for your student’s interests. Schedules are customized around your family’s goals and plans. Students connect and collaborate with peers in a safe and structured environment. Coursework is completed as part of the school day. Daily reports for each class session are communicated to parents from your student’s teachers. NOTE: Tuition rates are calculated per course, per term and will vary based on the student’s custom curriculum.

Special Needs Care

Infant care involves providing safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate support for babies from birth to about two years old. It includes meeting basic needs. we provide secure and stimulating environment for exploration and play.

Toddler Care Program

toddler environment is intentionally kept small, cozy, and organized to provide children with close supervision and individualized attention. The daily routine includes welcoming time, meals and snacks, free-choice play, age-appropriate learning activities, story and music time and outdoor play.

WeeWorld Infant

Open Monday to Friday, 7:30 am–6 pm, year round program. Separate nap/play areas, English-Spanish immersion, Sign Language, individualized care, sensory & bonding activities, nutritious meals, year-round program, parent support, loving staff, daily updates, & dedicated infant play space.

WeeWorld Toddler

Open Monday to Friday, 7:30 am–6 pm, year round program. Safe, hands-on learning space with early academics, confidence building, English-Spanish immersion, potty support, nutritious meals, parent resources, daily updates, and nurturing toddler experiences.

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. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

Special Needs Care

Special Needs Care

Preschool Program

H&A Child Care Infant Care.

A nurturing, licensed Maryland infant program offering individualized care, safe routines, and developmental activities like tummy time and sensory play. We follow each baby’s schedule and meet all state health and safe-sleep standards.

H&A Child Care, Toddler Care.

A safe, nurturing family child care program where toddlers explore, build independence, and learn through hands-on activities, outdoor play, and language experiences. We follow state regulations and provide consistent routines and positive guidance.

Bright Stars Family Childcare

We sing nursery rhymes, floor play, art painting,stories. We are bilingual english and spanish program for children between 6 weeks old and 5 years old. We provide fresh nutritent blended food when parents starts intruducing food.

Bright Stars Family Childcare

We are a mother and daughter team, and after working for several years at a child care center (and before that, as babysitters), we decided to open our very own licensed, home-based daycare! We help parents with poty training. Our program focuses on learning and developmental milestones.

Infant Care Program

Our Infant Care Program offers a safe, calm, and nurturing environment where infants receive individualized care and consistent routines. We support each child’s unique needs, build secure attachments, and promote early social, physical, emotional, and cognitive development.

Toddler Care Program

Our Toddler Care Program offers a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment where children explore through play, build independence, and develop social, physical, emotional, and early language skills. We support each child’s unique needs through responsive routines and hands‑on learning.

Daycare Program

A nurturing, structured program that supports cognitive, language, motor, and social growth. Infants enjoy organic meals, daily routines, outdoor time, and individualized care that fosters security, healthy habits, and early learning.

Toddler Care Program

Daycare Program

Enrichment Montessori program

Rewriting, reading, trace, sign language, games with motor sculls.

Daycare Program

"At our daycare, infants from 8 months to 2 years enjoy a safe, nurturing environment. We focus on developmental milestones through play, sensory activities, and personalized care to support each child's growth and happiness."

Toddler Care Program

"Our daycare provides a fun, educational environment for toddlers. We engage children in interactive play, early learning activities, and socialization to foster development and independence. We focus on each child's unique needs to ensure a happy and supportive experience."

Infant and Toddler

Every month holds new challenges and possibilities in growth and development in the Infant/Toddler room and it is our goal to provide each one of them with stimulating, engaging and loving activities that are specially planned each week around a Book of the Week which is shared daily.

2s & 3s

Exploration is around every corner and built into each and every planned activity which centers around a Book of the Week reading where early literacy is brought out on each page! Milestones are prepared for and met through hands on activities and loving encouragement found throughout the day.

Daycare Program