Find Trusted Preschools Near Me in Ellicott City, MD

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Preschools in Ellicott City, MD are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 25 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

The Learning Cottage

My first son attended TLC for two years and is now currently thriving in Kindergarten. My second son is currently attending TLC. The...

- Hilary R

Step by Step Daycare

Lubna A. is a wonderful daycare provider! She is very caring! She is the best! She is definitely 5 stars!

- Care member

Eva Day Care

Ms. Eva is a very caring & patient individual who loves her job and is naturally gifted at it. She is transparent and forthcoming about...

- Mohamed K.

Top Preschools Near Ellicott City

The Learning Cottage

9660 Basket Ring Rd Columbia, MD

5.0(7)

Developmental (play-based)

Child care

Preschool

The Learning Cottage provides quality early childhood education with an extra touch of TLC. Our teachers create meaningful learning experiences in a nurturing and stimulating multi-age classroom for preschool children, ages 3-5. At The Learning Cottage, the well-being of the children in our care is our top priority. We want...

Hilary R says "My first son attended TLC for two years and is now currently thriving in Kindergarten. My second son is currently attending TLC. The 'thing' that makes...

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Step by Step Daycare

33 Rhonda Ct Windsor Mill Windsor Mill, MD

5.0(5)

Developmental (play-based)

Outdoor/nature

Cooperative

Montessori

Academic

Step by step daycare is Currently Enrolling.... Pls call 443-3591008 License # 254382 Hello! My name is LubnaI I have a licensed family child care and learning center. The daycare is located in Windsor Mill Maryland. New customers can receive an offer of free registration Step by step daycare is on Maryland's Exel and will...

Care Member says "Lubna A. is a wonderful daycare provider! She is very caring! She is the best! She is definitely 5 stars!"

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Eva Day Care

6137 Quiet Times Columbia, MD

5.0(4)

I have been a teacher for the last 25 years and in 2000 I decided to open a home daycare that centered around Montessori teachings. In my time as a teacher and home daycare provider, I have taught reading, writing, music, art and math to young children. Under my care children will have circle time, story telling, exercise, and...

Mohamed K. says "Ms. Eva is a very caring & patient individual who loves her job and is naturally gifted at it. She is transparent and forthcoming about their daily...

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7056 - La Petite Academy on Columbia 100 Parkway

8890 COLUMBIA 100 PKWY COLUMBIA, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care

What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Childtime of Baltimore, MD

31 Hopkins Plaza Baltimore, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care

At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

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Arundel Christian School

7459 Candlewood Road HANOVER, MD

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at: $1420/mo

Faith based

Academic

Kindergarten

Preschool

Why Choose Arundel Christian School Preschool? At Arundel Christian School, we provide a nurturing, Christ-centered environment where young learners grow spiritually, socially, and academically. Our program combines faith-based instruction with an academically rigorous curriculum, helping children develop early literacy, math...

Care Member says "I cannot recommend ACS enough! I have all of my kids enrolled here, and seeing them thrive every day is a gift. The teachers are incredibly caring, the...

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7054 - La Petite Academy on Eden Brook Drive

7475 EDEN BROOK DR COLUMBIA, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Milestone Kiddies Daycare

7713 Clay Bridge Ct Hanover, MD

3.0(13)

Hi, my name is Ruth, and I am a Licensed Family Childcare Provider in Hanover, MD. I take care of children from 2 months old to school age. I provide breakfast, lunch and two snacks. My program is awesome; it includes circle time, art, coloring, singing and writing time. We are very busy all day with lots of brain stimulating...

Susan A. says "The only reason we left Mrs Ruth was because we needed a daycare that serviced my son's school. My Son learned so much with Mrs Ruth that he is at the head...

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Busy Bees Childcare I

8824 Church Lane Randallstown, MD

4.0(3)

We STRIVE to exceed your expectations!!! Busy Bees Childcare I is an educational daycare focused on meeting the needs of each individual child. Let us prepare your child for school while having fun in a loving and structured childcare facility! We offer affordable preschool curriculum that will have your child prepared to...

Cherelle says "Our Son Malachi attended this daycare and he has truly developed great friends and learned a lot. They do a lot of educational activities with the kids....

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Sunshine Kids

6360 Sandchain Rd Columbia, MD

5.0(1)

At Sunshine Kids; We provide care for children 6 weeks through 5 years old. We also offer before and after school care for school age children, ages 6-12 years of age. Our goal is to provide a fun and safe learning environment for children. This will be done through encouraging social, emotional and physical development....

Sabrina T. says "Can't say enough good things about this daycare. Her dedication and patience with the kids are unmatched. Truly a gem that we found this place. We have...

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7053 - Sinai-Levindale

2434A W BELVEDERE AVE BALTIMORE, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Faith based

Developmental (play-based)

Cooperative

Special needs

Academic

+ 1 more

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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A Step Above Day Care

11401 Harding Road Laurel, MD

5.0(1)

I have been a nanny to a local family for two years. Recently I decided to expand my business and I am now licensed by the state of Maryland as a family child care provider (this includes CPR/First Aid certification and SIDS training). My home has been in my family for 100 years and my mother was a family child care...

Heniek W says "Great, Knowable carring place, send your children here. I highly recommend. Arts and crafts, story tI me and tons of activities for all ages from babies to...

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Kiddie Academy of Columbia

5550 STERRETT PL COLUMBIA, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care

Day Care

Preschool

Kiddie Academy of Columbia, MD offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Posh Petites Family Childcare

7164 Talisman Lane Columbia, MD

5.0(1)

I own a licensed family childcare home in the Cradlerock area. I have worked in childcare for over 15 years; however, I grew unhappy with the childcare centers and the lack of family atmosphere and proper care and consistency in most. Children can learn as much if not more in a family childcare home due to the comfortable at...

Talya F. says "I brought my daughter to Posh Petites from the time she was a 6-month-old infant until she was over 3 years old. They really treated her like a member of...

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Eva Marie Leong

6137 QUIET TIMES COLUMBIA, MD

5.0(5)

starting at: $1200/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Outdoor/nature

Montessori

Cooperative

Faith based

+ 5 more

Meet Ms. Eva, with over thirty years of experience in Montessori education and child care, she is still providing the utmost passionate and attentive education to her children. Best Montessori School Teacher of Howard County since 1997! Arriving in The U.S in 1991, she had a drive to make a life for her family that was...

Care Member says "We’ve been so happy with our daughter’s care with Ms Eva. She is so sweet and caring, and she has made my child feel comfortable from day one. It’s...

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Kiddie Mundo

8995 Lambskin Lane Columbia, MD

5.0(1)

Developmental (play-based)

Child care

Preschool

Kiddie Mundo Spanish Immersion Learning Center for children 2 -5 years old. We believe in the importance of offering a new language during the first years of childhood, and we also offering Spanish Immersion before and after care. We are implementing Gardner's methodology and the theory of multiple intelligence. We are...

Eric H. says "Amazing staff that are great with my daughter! She is speaking Spanish very well now, and Kiddie Mundo is a very big part of that. I feel safe with her...

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Kiddie Academy of Hanover

1492 DORSEY RD HANOVER, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care

Day Care

Preschool

Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Little Sprouts Learning

1749 Allerford Drive Hanover, MD

4.0(6)

I have CDA and first aid CPR certifications and I have 45 hour of infant and toddler. I have 90 hour with preschoolers. I worked with Montessori school more than six years. I love to work with kids, its more than a daycare I prepared the kids for school. I work on gross motor skill and gross motor skills. I keep the kids busy...

Lauren B. says "My husband and I interviewed with a few daycare providers, and Sadia was the only one that asked to hold and interact with our daughter and that was one...

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Love & Learning Family Childcare

7416 Setting Sun Way Columbia, MD

5.0(1)

State license verified

I am a professional Family Child Care provider in Columbia, MD. Licensed by Maryland State Department of Education with over 12 years of experience in this field. I have completed MMSR certification, 90 hours infant & toddler certification along with 45 hours school age curriculum. I am also First Aid and CPR certified. I am...

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Watchful Eye Daycare of Columbia

10453 GREEN MOUNTAIN CIR COLUMBIA, MD

4.0(5)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)

Outdoor/nature

Cooperative

Special needs

Academic

+ 2 more

Our mission is to provide the children in our care with a safe, friendly, and nurturing environment where they can be free to explore, have new experiences, and be school-ready when transitioning into the school system. We offer a comprehensive preschool curriculum where we strive to cultivate young minds. We are trained and...

Nicole W. says "We love Watchful Eye!! Mrs. Lisa and her team truly are amazing! We have been going for over 3 years now and have used the before and after program for my...

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In 2026 what types of preschools can I find near me in Ellicott City, MD?

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Ellicott City, MD. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Ellicott City, MD for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Ellicott City, MD?

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Ellicott City, MD, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Ellicott City, MD.

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Find Trusted Preschools Near Me in Ellicott City, MD

Recent preschool reviews from local parents in Ellicott City, MD

The Learning Cottage

Step by Step Daycare

Eva Day Care

Top Preschools Near Ellicott City

The Learning Cottage

Step by Step Daycare

Eva Day Care

7056 - La Petite Academy on Columbia 100 Parkway

Childtime of Baltimore, MD

Arundel Christian School

7054 - La Petite Academy on Eden Brook Drive

Milestone Kiddies Daycare

Busy Bees Childcare I

Sunshine Kids

7053 - Sinai-Levindale

A Step Above Day Care

Kiddie Academy of Columbia

Posh Petites Family Childcare

Eva Marie Leong

Kiddie Mundo

Kiddie Academy of Hanover

Little Sprouts Learning

Love & Learning Family Childcare

Watchful Eye Daycare of Columbia

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Ellicott City, MD

In 2026 what types of preschools can I find near me in Ellicott City, MD?

What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Ellicott City, MD?

How can I find a preschool near me in Ellicott City, MD?

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