I could write a thesis on the PVA Academy Daycare & Pre-School and it wouldn't be enough to convey…read morehow wonderful this place is. In fact, I never refer to it as "daycare" because this truly is a learning institution, even before your child is old enough to take their first step. Our now-four year old has attended PVA since she was one, and my goodness has she flourished. One of our big worries when our daughter was born was the fact that we are both working parents and someone else would essentially "raise" her during the day until we were able to pick her up. Our concerns melted away the first week of her care there, when we would arrive to a detailed written summary of how her day went, what she ate, how much of it she ate, how many times she went potty, what "type" of potty, etc. And on top of that, she was actually bringing home art "projects"! At age One! Now, at age four, the work the PVA staff puts in with her is obvious, as her manners, vocabulary, and deductive reasoning astounds us for a child her age. Marcia is a wonderful director and - while the staff does turn over now and again - those who leave always seem to be replaced with others who are just as caring, cheery, and committed to our child. I can't recommend PVA enough, and we will be sad when our daughter leaves to attend Kindergarten in 2017.

From the owner: At PVA Academy Daycare & Preschool at Clarksburg, we treat each child as an individual. Children…read moreare encouraged to develop at their own pace and enjoy success without pressure. In addition to providing exposure to math, science, reading, and art, we also nurture and help develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills based upon the teachings of the Bible.

It's a great place for children to learn and grow. Samita and the other teachers are all very…read morefriendly, courteous and helpful. Both my children went to this school and they love(d) it...

I am pleased with Clarksburg Little steps when it comes to the Montessori approach in addition to…read morethe staff who are very warm, calming, and welcoming; and to find the tuition to be extremely reasonable compared to others in the area. My 3 year old started school at Clarksburg Little steps on opening day and he has grown into an independent, well-spoken, and determined 5 year old. He has been introduced to concepts in practical living that are life-long skills and will serve him well for years to come. He feels as he has the freedom to explore and extend his thinking in a safe, clean, and caring environment. At first I felt like the Montessori style seemed like magic that kids will roll out a mat and calmly work with a material, putting it away when they're done, etc. It of course takes time to teach them this, but I am a believer after seeing the progress our son has made. He also takes pride in the independence he has gained and when he successfully accomplishes a task. We feel so lucky to have found a school where our son seemed to be thriving at. We have been very pleased with Clarksburg Little steps. Thank you for everything!

After several staff departures and poor policies surround staff member children this program has…read moregone downhill. Update: Despite the owners claim this review was by a former employee, it was not. This was written by a parent with a child at the school who was not treated empathetically by a number of staff members. Do better.

As a former employee, I wish I never left. I live to far away to make the commute every day,…read moreotherwise I would go back.

My daughter has a wonderful time every time every time she goes there for drop in care (a benefit I…read morereceive through my employer). Everyone is lovely and remembers my daughter by name even though she is only there 1-2 times a month. Ms. Seemab is especially lovely and always provides such nice feedback about what my daughter learned throughout the day and how she did. I love the daily emailed reports, which include tons of cute videos and pictures. I feel very comfortable and confident that she is in great hands while she's at Chesterbrook.

We signed up our son after a friend did, hoping this would be a good experience as it was very…read moreaffordable and they provide lunch. Shortly after we were warned by someone we met that it's not a good school, they were right. There are many families on grants and financial support (lower income),which we did not mind, though there is no system in place and the preschool lacks leadership and clear guidance from the director and corporate. Teachers don't seem to know when asked questions and do not make any decisions. Often, staff members were on their cell when I came to pickup. It is not Regio or Montessori teaching approach, and from what I've seen the teachers cut and glue the art projects, the children learn by repeating and being indoctrinated with information instead of exploring hands-on and being asked open-ended questions. We were not updated when there were issues that rose, and only found out after the fact that things were handled poorly and without any consent from the parents. This is our third child and I work in education, if you value your child's education and want them to thrive in a supportive, welcoming and communal environment, there are better options out there.

Little Hands Pre-School is hands down the best place to prepare kids for grade school. Wendy, the…read moredirector, runs an amazing program that's both structured and age-appropriate. The teachers who and aides are fantastic and always greet you with a smile. We love that LHP keeps us updated through the Brightwheel app about our child's week. It's a wonderful and affordable alternative to full-time care. Honestly, if your child were in full-time daycare, you're paying for a two-hour nap. If your schedule allows, I highly recommend LHP! A few things to know as of 2025: -It's part-time(9:30a-1:30p). -Potty training is suggested prior to starting. -They host family sing-alongs around the holidays. -It's located in a synagogue, so you'll need to pack a kosher-friendly lunch. We are currently in our third year of going to LHP and we have zero regrets!

From the owner: Little Hands Preschool is a part time preschool serving the Clarksburg/Damascus/Germantown area…read moresince 2007. We provide preschoolers with a loving and safe environment. Our teachers are dedicated to teaching their students to love coming to school each day.

All of my children have attended this location. They provide quality care for the children and most…read moreof the staff have been there more many years. If you are looking for quality care and a center that teaches your children, this is a great place. It's also very clean and convenient. The food is included so you get a great value for your tuition.

very helpful. The staff, the caregivers and the preschool teachers are well trained and they keep…read moreour children safe and happy.

We chose Casa MAKV over returning to the larger franchised center they had been attending due to…read moreour fear of increased Covid exposure. We are so glad we did, and we couldn't be happier!!!!! Safety protocols are followed, everything is spotless, and everyone is in masks. I am an educator and tend to scrutinize teachers & programs more than the average parent, and I am thrilled with everything Anny does with my kids. As a founding family we have been with her since the start. She is nurturing, consistent, and explains everything to her students, which is incredibly important for our son who is very concrete in his thinking. The school is incredibly organized with endless amounts of activities, wonderful natural light, and a huge outdoor play space. The Montessori materials and small setting provide the exploration and developmental opportunities that my kids weren't getting in their previous school with dozens of other children in their class. The school atmosphere and daily schedule provides my kids with the routine and stability they need. Anny's communication is phenomenal, with a weekly snack schedule, newsletter, and being accessible to discuss anything that pops up. Casa MAKV has a secure Facebook page where we can view pictures of our kids being engaged in daily activities. I'm sure I am forgetting something, but honestly we are incredibly thankful we found this school and Anny. Our kids love going to school every day and are annoyed when we come to pick them up because they are always having so much fun.

My 4.5 year old daughter has been attending Casa MAKV Montessori for a few months now and we love…read moreit! My 2.5 year old tags along once every couple weeks thanks to Ms. Anny's flexibility! I'm a pediatric occupational therapist and a mom of 4 young children and can be quite particular with programs! Ms Anny is exactly what we were looking for and my daughter even learns spanish! Ms Anny is highly organized and responsive and also has been very accommodating when I've requested flexibility (as we were going through an adoption and a pregnancy!) She has 4 children of her own who are incredibly sweet and such wonderful role models for my daughters. I really can't say enough good things. We really lucked out!

My daughter who is in Kindergarten now (has been to this preschool for 2 years) and my older son as…read morewell for a year went to Orchard Montessori. The teachers are amazing, informative and extremely loving and caring. They loved all the kids and treated them as their own. Mrs Anitha, extremely soft spoken yet its commendable how she handles all the kids. My kids still miss her and her school and often want to revisit the school. Their communication is fabulous and are always there to help with any questions you may have. My daughter, who started preschool only after covid times ended, fits perfectly in the kindergarten environment and can read very well( thanks to the amazing way the preschool teachers taught). It has an excellent teaching curriculum and the everyday activities done at the school are totally in line with the MCPS. They'll create great memories participating in Winter/Spring concerts, going to pumpkin farms, swimming pools together. Also I highly recommend the summer program and its weekly themes. I didn't have to think of booking summer camps for them. They were kept busy till evening. Best choice ever!

My daughter has been attending Orchard Montessori Preschool for nearly two years and we've been…read morevery happy with our experience. Ms. Anitha and her assistants have provided a warm and caring environment that my daughter is excited to go. We will be sad to leave but thanks to our time here my daughter is well prepared for the transition to kindergarten.

My daughter has been with Scottsbury Daycare since she was 6 months old…read more Ms. Fazi takes the best care of my daughter like she were her very own. Every morning when I drop off my daughter she almost leaps into Ms. Fazi's arms with the biggest smile. As a single late in life and first time mom, Ms Fazi's loving guidance and support with my daughter has been invaluable. I see the positive influences of Ms. Fazi's child-care in my daughter every day. Scottsbury Home daycare is a clean, safe and welcoming environment that I am proud to send my daughter to during the week while I work. I will be forever grateful to Ms. Fazi for being in our lives.

I've had my daughter here since she was 10 months and she is now 2. Fazi shows her lots of…read moreattention and love. Not only does she treat her like her own child but she teaches them. My daughter has known her ABCs since she was 1 and also can identify all of her letters. She knows her numbers and communicates well. I was nervous to put her in daycare but Fazi sent me updates throughout the day to keep me comfortable, and she always communicates with me. I'm so glad we found this daycare center.