We love HLC and have had a great experience here. They are so caring and give each child a lot of…read moreindividualized attention. They have a thoughtful curriculum and pay attention to each child's development, with parent-teacher conferences even for babies. We appreciate the frequent updates we get throughout the day, including pictures and updates on sleep, feeding, activities, etc.

Heritage has been such a wonderful experience for our family. Our son has felt at home right from…read morethe beginning and is getting a warm, solid learning foundation. My husband and I have felt included in all the school activities and opportunities because there are multiple lines of communication open at all times between us and the school. I would highly recommend this school!

Trish was a wonderful and helpful LCC when I was an au pair for almost two years in Gambrills, MD…read more I would like to thank her about everything she'd done for me

Trish is a great LCC, she is always there to hear you when you have a problem and help you with…read morethat, she is really kind

When I was looking for a daycare/preschool for my daughter, I chose Right Start Academy based on…read morethe wonderful reviews, and I'm so glad I did. My daughter started in the summer of 2025, and we've had a great experience ever since. The facility feels bright, welcoming, and spacious the moment you walk in. The hallways are always nicely decorated, and the classrooms are clean and inviting with colorful children's artwork. Her teachers are truly caring, attentive, and thoughtful of each child's individual needs. They always keep me informed and provide helpful feedback. Overall, choosing Right Start Academy has been a great decision. My daughter loves going to school and seeing her favorite teachers every day.

Love that the teachers actually enjoy their jobs and it shows when I pick up my kids. My kids…read moreretain the knowledge learned, they love their teachers, and likes to school. If something happens in class or prior to opening RSA notifies parents immediately. Well feed, clean, open communication, and it's a great start to prep for kindergarten! Curriculum is great & field trips

We have been *beyond* pleased with Guidepost Montessori! The staff are all loving and welcoming,…read moreand we feel our daughter is safe in their care. On the occasional morning when our toddler decides she does NOT want to go to school that day, I can usually hear her tears turn to laughter before I even leave the building. Separation anxiety is normal in small children, and the guides at Guidepost know what they're doing! We enjoy their frequent, clear communication as well as their hours, campus equipment, and the various specialty activities that they offer such as a yearly Saturday pool party or pajama days. If you're in the market for a daycare or preschool that will teach your child(ren) REAL life skills such as cleaning up after themselves as well as subjects such as math, science, and reading, Guidepost is the school for you.

Being in the military, we have moved around a lot and have experienced many different childcare…read morecenters. Guidepost BY FAR has been the best experience. I had 2 children enrolled for the past 2 years and have been blessed to interact with all the staff in the different programs from Nido to Childrens House. They are all absolutely wonderful, especially the Director Caroline and the Assistant Director Liza. Staff go out of their way to assist with difficult transitions and they even show up to birthday parties when invited! I was a sceptic of the Montessori based curriculum but after seeing my kids make huge progress, love learning and teaching us things they learned, and really THRIVE, I am an avid believer. This place is more than a childcare center, this is an extension of family/friends that I truly trust to care for my children. It has been an amazing experience.

We first discovered Wee Lad and Lassie as a summer program for my toddler daughters while they were…read moreattending the sister school (A Child's Garden, with a younger starting age) in our town, Severna Park. All summer classes are held at Wee Lad, and our girls had wonderful experiences the past two summers. The school has a huge, fenced backyard playground, and the classes make excellent use of it, weather permitting. My older daughter now attends the pre-K during the regular school year, and has continued to take huge strides in early learning. The teachers keep the lessons fun. The staff and team work with families to offer schedules that seem to be more flexible than the other schools that I considered before choosing Wee Lad. The school has been excellent to work with in regards to food allergies and maintaining the safety of my child.

Without doubt , a superlative program. We have had 3 children at this school and their summer…read moreschool programs over the past 12 years and they do an amazing job. The owner Lisa is always available and helpful, the director Laurie always does a top notch job and the teachers are wonderful. All are caring and compassionate and have a real passion for early development and learning. Our kids have been very prepared for the rigorous private school they have gone into after graduation. We will miss Wee Lad and A Child's Garden and we shall always remember with fondness the good times and superb education my kids had there. One of the few things I recommend without reservation.

The Learning Tree Daycare has been an absolute blessing for our family. Both of my children…read moreattended - my daughter from ages 2 to 4 and my son from 1 to 2 - and I cannot recommend them enough. From day one, the teachers at Learning Tree made my somewhat shy child feel safe, loved, and encouraged. My daughter had a speech delay, and the patience, support, and encouragement she received there helped her so so much. They don't just focus on academics or rigid schedules; they teach kindness, social skills, and everyday life lessons that are just as important as ABCs and 123s at this stage. More than anything, the kids are genuinely *LOVED* - and that makes all the difference. As a working parent, I truly could not have had my career without the trust and peace of mind that Learning Tree provided. They are very reasonably priced, and the new (in 2025) owners and management of the building are just as wonderful as the teachers - professional, kind, and supportive. In 2025 they did a ton of renovations with all brand new floors, classroom toys & supplies, and a brand new outdoor playground with a new fence. Payment is simple and stress-free through their online portal, and the app they use makes communication effortless. Getting pictures and videos throughout the day was such a gift...it warmed my heart to see my kids smiling, playing, and learning in real time. They use a key fob system to enter the building and you have to go through multiple check-points, it is very safe. Before finding Learning Tree, we tried other daycare options in Annapolis that felt cold, too strict, and more like a prison for toddlers than a nurturing environment. Learning Tree was the complete opposite - warm, family-oriented, and rooted in decades of experience. The teachers are unmatched, which is why they've been trusted by families for over 30 years. At the end of the day, these are children - they don't need to learn rocket science, they need to feel LOVED, supported and SAFE. Special shoutouts to Miss Yolanda and Miss Dominique, who went above and beyond every single day. Their dedication, warmth, and love are the heart of the Learning Tree community. If you're looking for a daycare that understands what children need, and will genuinely take care of them as if they were their own - then The Learning Tree is it. I cannot recommend them enough!

I can't say enough good things about our experience with The Learning Tree. From the moment we…read morewalked in, it just felt right. The teachers greet our daughter by name each morning, and it's clear they truly care about each child as an individual. She's come home each day brimming with stories, songs, and new things she's learned--not to mention the adorable art projects we now have proudly displayed all over the house. Watching her blossom socially and emotionally in such a nurturing space has been so reassuring. She's made real friendships and grown in confidence, and I credit so much of that to the gentle, encouraging environment this preschool provides. Communication with the staff has been amazing too--thoughtful updates, photos, and genuine interest in how she's doing. It's one thing to know your child is safe... it's another to know she's truly happy. This place gives us that peace of mind every single day.

I'm updating my review as we've been with the Young School for a while longer now. The high points…read moreof the Young School are: - a wonderful, warm environment for kids with lots of influences from nature - an emphasis on making kids comfortable with new situations - thoughtful transitions between levels of school - fun summer programming with lots of water play and themed fantastic fridays! -proper structure for kids with curiosity - daily group events like 'hug circle' but also stations for kids to learn through exploring -cottage environments for babies: safe but encourages explorations -one downside - there are a LOT of closings for holidays and teacher trainings; the flip-side of this is teachers all have a consistent approach informed by school philosophy - always call other students "friends", speak to children in a way to support independence, etc. We've been very happy with the Young School!

Our child has been enrolled at the Young School for approximately 6 months. We did a lot of…read moreresearch prior to selecting a childcare as we are first time parents and wanted to ensure that any childcare facility that we enrolled our child in would be nurturing, safe, appropriate, and always have our child's best interest at heart even when we as parents are not there. From the first day, we were welcomed by all teachers and staff. Our child struggled with sleeping in this new environment and being away from us. We were comforted by being able to through the live camera how attentive the teachers were to his needs. They held him when necessary, sang to him and comforted him until he got acclimated with the environment. Our child looks forward to going to school, learning new skills/things, playing with friends and being nurturing by his teachers.