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Top 10 daycares in Baltimore, MD

Parents agree: these Baltimore daycares are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Kim Salako Child Care

Kim Salako Child Care

22+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD
Kimmy K WeeCare, located in Baltimore, Maryland, offers a clean, nurturing environment for your child's learning and growth. Their home daycare emphasizes teaching children vital social, emotional, and behavioral skills to foster their development. They provide a robust educational foundation through Developmental Play-based activities, catering to a wide age range from 2 months to 14 years. Reach out to them to schedule a family tour and discover how they can contribute to your child's development journey.
Shannon Jones-Guillaume

Shannon Jones-Guillaume

9+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD
Shannon Jones-Guillaume, located in the heart of Glen Burnie, MD, offers licensed home childcare/pre-k and kindergarten readiness services. Catering to the needs of the surrounding community, Shannon provides enriching child care and play experiences for up to 8 children. For details regarding prices and availability, Shannon Jones-Guillaume is readily available for inquiries.
Narges Talaei’s Angels

Narges Talaei’s Angels

22+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD
Welcome to Narges Talaei’s Angels, where your child's growth and happiness are our top priorities. Located in Columbia, MD, we provide personalized daycare services with the utmost care and attention. Our commitment is to create a nurturing and safe environment where your child can explore, learn, and thrive. With a focus on individual needs and development, we ensure a supportive atmosphere that fosters creativity and growth. Trust us to be your partner in your child's early learning journey.
Trina Jones

Trina Jones

9+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD
Welcome to Trinity Family Daycare, where your child's safety and growth are our top priorities. Situated in the heart of Owings Mills, MD, we provide a nurturing and secure environment that fosters learning and development. With our dedicated team of two experienced caregivers, your child receives personalized attention in a setting that encourages exploration and creativity. At Trinity Family Daycare, we believe in cultivating a love for learning through play and interaction, ensuring your child thrives in their early years. Join us in laying a strong foundation for your child's future.
Stacie Russell

Stacie Russell

11+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD
Stacie Russell is a licensed home daycare situated in Pikesville, MD, and services the surrounding areas. With a capacity to accommodate up to 8 children, the daycare focuses on providing both care and enriching educational experiences. To find out more about the daycare's availability and pricing, Stacie Russell is the best point of contact.
The Early Learning & Development Center

The Early Learning & Development Center

5.0(2)
28+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD
Mea J. says, "My children love coming here. My oldest was amply prepared for kindergarten and my youngest is working hard on potty training. The staff are hard working and caring. They treat the children (and families) with love and respect. The holiday programs are a highlight of the year and the closing activities at the end of the school year were wonderful! I know that my children are in safe and capable hands here." Read more
Cisco Center

Cisco Center

Serves Baltimore, MD
Based in Severna Park, Maryland, Cisco Center is a small nonprofit childcare and pre-school facility dedicated to serving children with special needs. They provide quality educational experiences for up to 15 children, specializing in personalized care and attention. Their commitment to fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment makes Cisco Center an ideal choice for families in the surrounding areas.
Samantha's Home Play Care

Samantha's Home Play Care

Serves Baltimore, MD
Based in Govans, MD and surrounding areas, Samantha's Home Play Care is a dedicated in-home family daycare. The business offers a variety of enriching care and learning experiences, catering to infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children. Services include outside play, board games, water activities, and age-appropriate learning.
Child's Heart Early Learning

Child's Heart Early Learning

26+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD
Child's Heart Early Learning, founded in 2001, is a revered childcare and learning facility located in Baltimore, Maryland and its surrounding areas. Conveniently situated just minutes from major city landmarks, Child's Heart offers quality care and enriching programs that foster self-esteem, confidence, and independence in children. Open weekdays, this facility provides a variety of activities and lessons designed to enhance children's overall growth and development.
Patty Cake Daycare

Patty Cake Daycare

17+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD
Welcome to Patty Cake Daycare, where we provide a nurturing and safe environment for your little ones in Capitol Heights, MD. Our dedicated focus is on offering personalized care and attention, ensuring each child feels at home while learning and growing. With a commitment to fostering creativity and curiosity, we lay the foundation for lifelong learning and social development. Trust Patty Cake Daycare to be your partner in nurturing your child's early years.

Your Daycare questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on TrustedCare.

How much does daycare cost?

Daycare costs depend on the child’s age group, the type of daycare, and where you live. Infant daycare is typically the most expensive, ranging from $650 to $1,500 per month. Infant daycare requires higher ratios of caregivers to children, which increases costs. Babies require more individualized attention, including diaper changes, feedings, and naps. As the child ages and becomes more independent, this ratio decreases along with daycare costs.

Traditional daycare centers tend to charge higher rates than home-based family daycare centers or co-ops. However, they usually have lower child-to-caregiver ratios, offer a wider range of amenities and activities, and have stricter qualifications for staff. Church-based, YMCA, or other non-profit child care centers offer lower rates, while home-based daycare is typically the cheapest option due to the low overhead costs.

In urban areas with a higher cost of living, daycare costs tend to be higher to cover the cost of higher rent and teacher salaries. Suburban and rural daycare centers have lower overhead costs, which often translates to more affordable daycare.

Is daycare tax deductible?

No, you cannot directly deduct daycare expenses on your federal tax return. However, if you qualify, there's a tax credit designed to assist with daycare costs, known as the Child and Dependent Care Credit.

The Child and Dependent Care Credit enables you to claim a percentage of your eligible childcare expenses. It ranges from 20% to 35% of allowable expenses, capping at $3,000 for one qualifying child and $6,000 for two or more qualifying children (applicable to the 2023 tax year). Consult a qualified tax professional to confirm if your eligibility.

Can a daycare charge you when they are closed?

Some daycares may charge a reduced fee or no fee at all during certain closures, while others may maintain regular charges. The terms in your daycare contract or agreement should outline whether or not you are charged when they are closed. It's common for daycares to have specific policies regarding fees during closures, such as holidays or other scheduled breaks.

If you're unsure, reach out to the daycare directly to clarify their billing practices during closures.

How do I look up daycare violations?

To look up daycare violations, start by contacting your state’s licensing agency for childcare facilities. You can usually find this information through your state’s Department of Health and Human Services online database.

Another option is to reach out to community resources such as local parenting groups, forums, or social media groups. Other parents may share their experiences or provide information about daycare violations in your area. Finally, consider a visit the daycare center directly and ask for information about any past violations. Daycare centers are often required to make this information accessible to parents.

How do I choose a daycare?

When picking a daycare, trust your instincts and choose a daycare that aligns with your child's needs, your values, and provides a safe and nurturing environment for their development. Follow these additional suggestions to find the best fit for you and your child:

  • Get recommendations from other parents, friends, and pediatricians to start your search.
  • Visit in person to make sure the spaces are clean, safe, and friendly.
  • Ask about caregiver qualifications, such as CPR training, early childhood education background, and experience with children of a similar age.
  • Understand the daycare's approach to early education, discipline, feeding, and soothing methods.
  • Choose a daycare that is licensed and accredited to meet government-set health and safety standards.
  • Check if parents are encouraged to participate in the program and if there are opportunities for parental engagement.
  • Contact current and former clients for feedback on their experiences with the daycare.
  • Consider making unannounced visits to get a true sense of the daycare's daily operations
  • Look for a daycare with a suitable curriculum, flexible schedules, and activities that fit your preferences.
  • Visit the daycare with your child and see how they react to the space, teachers, and other children.
  • Secure a spot on the waiting list as early as possible, especially for sought-after infant programs.

What questions should I ask when evaluating potential daycare centers?

Gather as much information as you can to find the daycare that best fits your family’s needs. Be prepared with a list of questions when visiting daycares, including:

  • Is your daycare licensed and accredited to meet safety standards?
  • Are teachers credentialed and trained in CPR/First Aid?
  • What are the class sizes and student-teacher ratios for each age group?
  • What are the daycare's hours of operation and rates?
  • How does the daycare handle discipline?
  • Will the daycare assist with potty training?
  • How much time do children spend in free-play and outdoors?
  • Are meals and snacks provided by the daycare?
  • How are food allergies handled by the daycare?
  • What enrichment programs and activities are available?

Reviews for Baltimore daycares

Recent success stories from people in the Baltimore area.
Nisha M.
They treat the children like family. Since attending my daughter’s vocabulary has grown so much and she has come very independent.
The Early Learning & Development Center
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