Both of my kids have attended Wonders and it has been a truly magical place for them to grow up. We…read morelove all of their teachers - they're experienced, engaged and loving, and most have been with Wonders for several years. The directors and staff are deeply knowledgeable and get to know all of the students and families on a personal level. Some things that set Wonders apart from other places we looked are that kids stay in the same class all year long, with the same teachers and classmates, which has really really helped my kids' growth and confidence and allowed them to develop close relationships. Wonders also provides lunch and snacks, which makes life easier. Lastly, having the playground right outside the center makes it easy to build relationships with other families and creates a closeknit community.

Our children are now in elementary school but we our two children to Wonders for three years (Age 2…read morethrough 5) and could couldn't have been happier with the teachers. A great, loving, and caring environment. You should definitely consider Wonders if you are looking for a high quality pre-school that provides full day options for working families.

Spring Knolls has been a wonderful fit for our family. My daughter genuinely lights up on Monday…read moremornings and after holidays, eager to see her teachers and friends. The teachers' passion and genuine care shine through in everything they do--from hosting inclusive family events that welcome siblings to going above and beyond when my daughter started mid-year to help her feel at home. I feel completely at ease dropping her off on my way to the office, knowing she's learning through play and thriving. We were selective about finding the right fit when I returned to work, and Spring Knolls has exceeded our expectations in every way. We're excited to have our son join in the fall when he turns two.

This is my second year of my children attending Spring Knolls, and I've got to say--I love it! The…read moreteachers are really special, and I feel the love they have for my kids. There is also an excellent art specialist, Ms. Kristin, who leads my children in crafts that I actually want to display in my home! I love the cooperative nature of Spring Knolls and the parent community--it truly has been such a blessing for my family to enroll in Spring Knolls. I love it so much that I enrolled my 2 year old the second he was eligible--and he loves it too! SK also offers part-time options--pretty hard to find in the DC area! Love that I don't have pay for more child care than I need! Love this school.

The Cabin John Brookmont Children's Program has been a wonderful, supportive, and enriching…read moreenvironment for our daughter. The teachers are creative with their classroom activities that are built around educational "units" for several weeks, such as world cultures, dinosaurs, and outer space. The class size and mix of ages provide opportunities for the children to grow and socialize. They also offer activities from outside groups at the school, like dance, soccer, music, and art classes.

Cabin John Brookmont Childrens Program is a wonderful place to start your child's school…read moreexperience. My two boys attended preschool there. The small, nuturing environment was just what they needed as a first experience away from home. Located in the Brookmont Community Church it offers wonderful outdoor play opportunities truly unique to the Bethesda area. The teachers have been with the school forever and truly love their work. Its a special community. While not a coop parents do participate in field trips and special events at Halloween, Thanksgiving and throughout the year. I would encourage anyone to call Dawn Page at the preschool for more information.

Wonderful staff and friendly tutors. Best place for kids to receive some structured math tutoring.read more

My daughter has started enjoying math and her confidence has soared. Instructors are great and she…read moreloves going there.

I sent 3 kids here for various grades. The teachers really create a loving space for them to grow…read more The kids are challenged in lots of different ways, and grow grow grow. :-)

The students here know they are loved, and that they matter, and that life is worthy even amid…read morechallenges. It was a pleasure to share a message with the students and staff - chatting about hope and peace - and to answer so many engaging questions. The school environment is inviting.

Our son has been at English Village ELC since he was four-months old in early 2019. I cannot tell…read moreyou how happy we have been with his care. One of the ways you know this is a good place is the continuity of the staff. Most have been there for the entire time our son has been there. He recognizes and loves all of them. Likewise, he has grown so much in the time he has been there, and now knows all his letters, colors, how to count to 20, and so much more at just two-years old.

My husband summed it up already, but our son was at English Village for two years and it was…read morewonderful. The owners and employees are kind and professional, communicative, and the level of care our son received was top notch. I recommend them to anyone looking for childcare!

Primrose bethesda has been the best decision I made as a parent I could have made. This institution…read morehas given my son the best head start for him. He started about 1.5 years old. Im that time my son has blossomed academically & emotionally. They taught him spanish, math, science and more. He started reading at 2.5. The staff here are very caring. Everyone knows every student name. They really build a community that my son made his first best friends and favorite teachers here. They listen to parents & students. They also create an environment that encourages growth & safety for all. Staff here are mindful & pleasant to work with.I know my som will do well in elementry school because his first introduction to school was Primrose Bethesda. Ms. Sandra Castro, Ms. Maddie, Ms. Ellen & Ms. Lizzy have made a huge impact on my son life. I am very pleased with our experience here.

I would like to leave the highest positive review for Primrose and mostly all the teachers, admin…read more(Ms. Danny and others) and principal (Ms. Castro). The amount of love and passion they have for children is truly all a parent can ask for, they are kind and the kids feel it and as a result grown in an environment filled with positive interactions. I highly recommend it. Want to shout out in particular Ms Mary, Ms Laura, Ms Gloria, Ms Adriana and truly ever single staff member I encountered there.

When I lived in Bethesda when my son was 3 years old, I toured Harbor School along with 40 other…read moreBethesda area schools (that's not a typo, actually 40), and Harbor school was my favorite of the 40 for early childhood education. I have 17 years of experience as a recruiter (mainly Microsoft, now Nike) and am honed in evaluating talent -- with schools, checking everything out, the student art on the walls, how the kids look, how the teachers interact with the children, how the environment feels, all of it. Harbor School is a special place in that the teachers are really exceptional -- exceptional care for the students, expertise, there's a healthy genuine feel to the school, the students look good. It's not a fancy hyper modern place, but note that it also doesn't come with a fancy hyper modern 40k tuition price tag. The school is real, and I think a gem. Sadly for us, we moved too far away from it, in Middleburg VA now. Our 6 year old is a bit school avoiding and so I recently called up Harbor School, where our dear friends with a 6yr old and 3 yr old attend, and I asked Andrea if she would be willing to tour me and my son again, let him be in the classroom of his best friend, let him see how his younger friend, the 3 year old, is also in school. She was gracious in allowing it, I spent a beautiful 15 minutes in the pre-k class, 2 students productive and engaged at each station. The 2 teachers were lovely, on the ball, inclusive to my son, it was just a wonderful visit. One of the teachers with 27 years of experience at the school. We got to see the art room, music room, the maker room with loads of hands-on crafts, and we spent 15 minutes outside at the playground in the back -- lovely space. You could pay more for a school, and help fund facilities that go with it, but common sense would advise checking out this lovely school that has keen focus on what matters most: recruitment of wonderful staff. I also valued the small teacher to student ratio I saw, which set the whole thing up for success. In terms of kindness/sensitivity/expert knowledge at the younger years, I'm definitely impressed with Harbor School. End of day, I think a young child benefits most from being surrounded by excellent compassionate teachers vs a shiny perfect gym that some schools with higher tuition offer. Apparently Harbor School is moving in a year, but I think this is a school that would be worth chasing after wherever nearby they relocate to. Being at Harbor School again yesterday I literally contemplated could we reasonably do the drive from Middleburg...sigh. But for Bethesda area parents you're in a lucky situation feels like to me, wherever they move, because they are taking their teachers and philosophy and humane student:teacher ratio with them.

A wonderful, caring school. It's a great foundation for young learners. The teachers are very…read moreexperienced, caring and kind. Students are embraced. Each child gets a lot of individual attention. They feel accepted and comfortable, so they truly learn and form meaningful relationships. The student-teacher ratio is amazing and makes such a big difference. They are up to date on growth mindset, mindfulness, hands on learning, flexible classroom space and sitting options, inquiry based learning, use of technology, etc. It's a traditional school with an innovative learning program. It has structure, but it is personalized and flexible to accomodate each student. We are in our final year at the Harbor School and very sad to be leaving this wonderful place.