I truly cannot say enough good things about our experience at Love of Learning. We have had both of…read moreour little ones there with Maria and her expert and loving group of caretakers. Both have thrived and loved coming there and both have left/are leaving ready for Pre-K 3. It is a small, bilingual Spanish daycare setting with a tight knit community of parents. The kids do lots of learning, playtime, singing, arts and crafts, etc. Maria helped both of our kids potty train and she always struck the right balance of being invested but also keeping things low pressure for anxious parents. Many families were on their second to even fourth child at the daycare and the kids always run to go inside when we arrive. When the kids are so small and cannot always voice how they feel, this was a good sign for me of the great care they were receiving. Would whole heartedly recommend to anyone looking for care in the area.

Amazing daycare with the most loving caregivers ever! Ms. Maria teaches the kids Spanish (even when…read morethey don't speak it at home), and fosters a family-like environment with a small group of kids. A great high-quality environment for littles. :)

We have had our daughter at Peaceful Play since she was 8 months old and will be starting her…read moreyounger sister there soon. We cannot speak highly enough of the care she has received. Her Spanish skills have progressed on par with her English language acquisition and more than that, she has learned to be gentle and caring with all of her friends. Edna and her staff have helped us through so many transitions that come with having an infant and then a toddler and I feel personally connected to her and her staff. She is always flexible and keeps the children's interest at heart. We've developed such a sweet community with other parents at PP that has made us feel even more at home in our community.

We absolutely love Peaceful Play. Our son has been there since it opened and looks forward to…read moredaycare everyday. He started in the infant class at 6 months and is now in the toddler class (now 15 mths). The teachers take great care of the kids, they do lots of fun activities, and are always learning something new. They are super responsive whenever we have questions and make an effort to get to know the parents and families. We couldn't be happier with their care and teaching.

We feel so lucky to have found Talentos. Our son started at 6 months in 2022 and now our daughter…read moreattends. The Director has been there for over 13 years and provides a loving, stable and nurturing environment. In our almost 4 years at Talentos, there has been minimal staff turnover which can be hard to find at childcare centers. My daughter runs to the door to put her shoes on each morning because she is so excited to go and even though my son is now in DCPS schools, he loves to go back and visit is his old teachers. Could not recommend them more!

We've had the joy of sending both of our children to Talentos, and we'll always be deeply grateful…read morefor the warm, nurturing staff who helped shape their early years. Every morning, our kids were excited to go--greeted with big smiles and eager to see their beloved teachers. The Director and the entire Talentos team have been incredibly supportive, flexible, and kind throughout our time there. We cannot recommend Talentos enough!

I'm utterly shocked and disappointed to be writing this review. We used to love Casa Lala, and were…read moreadvocates of their after-school program and summer camps, which both of our kids attended. However, the manner in which they handled the case of our 6-year old being physically abused by one of their teacher is absolutely SHOCKING. The apathy, and eventual attempt to turn the case (of physical abuse against a child) into a case of parent-teacher conflict is appalling. I have attached pictures of my email exchanges with the Casa Lala team, and their poor handling of this case. Going by their Google Reviews, this is not an isolated incident. Another parent who reported abuse against their child was treated unfairly too.

My daughter has been going to Casa Lala since the beginning of the 2022 school year for aftercare…read more At the time, I was just looking for a convenient option and wasn't really picky other than "Don't make me pay you to put my kids in front of a TV because I can do that at home for free". I heard from other parents that they loved the Casa Lala summer camp program so we enrolled the kid there for aftercare since the Taylor street location was a closer pickup for us. Casa Lala has two other locations which are actually home based daycares but the Taylor street location is a school-like space that used to house Breakthrough Montessori. Casa Lala is also montessori based and the director, Lala, is well loved by parents and kids. When I did a tour of Casa Lala, Lala was intent on showing me every classroom and room (even storage and offices!) and every classroom we went to, kids would run to hug her and yell "Lala!" Some of these kids are 10+ and she watched them when they were babies. She's been running a daycare from her home for over 10 years and I believe helped set up the program at LAMB. She is SO passionate about montessori style education and all the teachers are intentional about the environment and what the kids are exposed to and how they are learning. It's already a great space but Lala is still working on renovating it to feel more like a home/cozy environment. She was telling me she's trying to design one of the spaces to be a plaza where the older kids can meet and roam in. And there's a cute outdoor scooter space. I would ask them for a tour if you are interested, I learned a lot about early childhood philosophy from Lala in just 20 mins. She just exudes excitement and passion. And I can tell from the way the staff greet her and interact that she's a great boss whose passion is infectious. Every staff person I've met is friendly and welcomes my kid by name. And the kid loves going there she talks about it all the time. I would check out their website but I believe they offer day camps, school break camps, before/aftercare, and daycare as well.

Really impressed with the quality of teachers here. You can tell they don't hire just anyone. I…read moreused to teach Montessori when I was in college and I can testify that not all preschools are as high quality as you would hope, but I have been extremely pleased with our experience at Family Academy of Bethesda in both the younger and older classrooms. They take care of things for you and are completely child-centered, and they somehow manage to be laid back and provide a stronger academic program than most schools. The kids are all lively and sweet and engaged-- I was a little worried about preschool crushing my son's spirit but Family Academy really seems to follow the Montessori idea for real and created a real curiosity and love of learning in my 2 year old. It is so fun to watch him color and wash dishes and it's clear he enjoys it. The school buildings are a little dilapidated, but I think that's because the staff is focused on quality teaching for the kids rather than expanding and looking fancy to attract more parents. Anyway they are totally clean and each classroom is it's own house, which is really cute. Definitely would recommend it if you can get a spot.

I give my highest and most heartfelt recommendation to the Family Academy of Bethesda. My son has…read morebeen here since he was just three months old and stayed until almost three years old, when unfortunately we had to move away due to work relocation. If it weren't for that, we would have loved for him to stay here as long as possible. It's hard to put into words how incredible this place has been for our family. From the days when he could barely lift his head, to learning to walk, talk, sing, and share stories about his day, we've watched him grow into a happy, curious, and confident little boy--all thanks to the loving care and nurturing environment of Family Academy. He not only learned language and knowledge, but also good manners and a true love of learning.The teachers are absolutely amazing--kind, patient, and so easy to communicate with. My son is a slow and picky eater, yet they always gave him extra time and gentle encouragement. They care for each child as if they were their own. The administration team is just as wonderful; they know every child by name and engage with them warmly every single day.What makes Family Academy so special is not only the quality of education but the genuine love and attention they give to every child. The environment encourages exploration, creativity, and curiosity about everything in the world. I could see every day how happy my son was here.I am deeply grateful for everything the Family Academy has given to our son and to our family. This school is truly a treasure in the community, and I would recommend it wholeheartedly to any parent.

I am so grateful to have found Blandis. They are fantastic - the teachers and the staff are superb…read moreand so responsive and caring. They are so creative and have great parent involvement as well. Cannot recommend them highly enough.

Fantastic place for my son to grow and learn! He's been at Blandi's from 1.5 to 3, and we love his…read moreteachers and the folks that run Blandi's. They're a family run business, been in the neighborhood for over a decade, and will treat your kiddo like their own. Slots can be hard to come by, so get on the waitlist!

My son has been at GAP for 2 years--during which he was loved and nurtured. I find this daycare to…read morebe a real gem in the neighborhood, with some real amazing women and teachers. I am grateful to them for all the care and attention they gave to my son: it's a pleasure to see his emotional development as a result of it.

We have had 2 girls attend Goddard and both were very positive experiences. Our girls were overly…read moreprepared for kindergarten and beyond. The school, administration, and especially the top notch teachers have made our experience exceptional. Thank you Goddard!

We've loved Goddard! Both kiddos went there and we would do it again. Teachers are caring and…read moreadministration is responsive.

We had a wonderful experience with Wee World during their Parent Night Out. The space is spacious,…read moreclean, and so thoughtfully designed for children--bright, calming, and inviting. The staff were incredibly kind and attentive, making our daughter feel right at home from the moment we walked in. She had a blast with crafts, playtime, and dinner--and didn't want to leave! Highly recommend to any family looking for a safe, warm, and fun environment for their child.

I cannot recommended Curious Explorers highly enough. Truly, just writing this review is making me…read moretear up. They have been like family to us since my son started at the age of 5 months. He's now almost 2, and he loves going to school. The teachers are absolutely wonderful, and the owner, Isatou, is nothing short of amazing. She treats each and every one of her "babies" like they were her own. My son was born 2 months prematurely, and as such has been a bit behind in his developmental milestones. Being at Curious Explorers has been instrumental in catching him up. The curriculum is fun, varied, and focuses on all areas of development. The main room is light and airy, and the staff maintain a rigidly clean environment. As a first time mother, I have learned a lot from the fantastic teachers at Curious Explorers. I am so happy we found Isatou and her school. In doing so, we not only found a place where our child is cared for and loved, a place for him to grow and learn, but we also found a family. Truly, a wonderful school.