Schools in Ellicott City, MD

“I had a wonderful experience working at Kiddie Academy for the past six days as a cook. It was such a joy to see so many beautiful, smiling faces every day. The positive atmosphere and the children's happiness made my time there truly special. I highly recommend Kiddie Academy to anyone looking for a nurturing and joyful environment for their kids. It’s clear that the staff is dedicated and the children are thriving :)”

“I would give more stars to Primrose Ellicott City if I could, and I highly recommend it without any hesitation. This was our second time looking for childcare and we toured four centers near our home. As a working mom, my top priorities were finding a place with long hours, provided meals, and an environment where my daughter would simply have fun. Primrose has completely exceeded my expectations.

My daughter has been here for two years and will be entering kindergarten this fall. She is always excited to tell me how much fun she had. Beyond the fun, the sheer amount of learning that happens here is incredible. While structured learning wasn't initially my top requirement, their curriculum is well thought out and engaging. They truly foster love of learning and curiosity. When my daughter first started here, she didn't speak a word of English, but now she is reading on her own, all thanks to what she has learned at the center.

The facility is very clean, welcoming, and has a wonderful playground. Plus, displaying the kids' artwork throughout the center keeps the atmosphere joyful and bright.

Every teacher we’ve had were very friendly and caring. It is clear that Ms. Karen, the director, and Mr. Falgun, the owner, truly care about the well-being of both the children and their parents. They know every child by name, and they always greet them with love and kindness. I cannot thank them enough, and we have been incredibly happy with our Primrose experience!”

“Celebree has provided a safe, nurturing, and enjoyable environment for our daughter for a year and-a-half now. Ms. Aissatou and Ms. Leyla have both proved to be fantastic teachers who clearly care about our child’s wellbeing, and there are a number of other teachers/caregivers—including Ms. Sangita, Ms. Deborah and Ms. Gabby—who regularly go above and beyond. The administrative team is excellent too, with the level of responsiveness and professionalism that every parent hopes for. I’m thrilled that such a quality daycare is available in our area and highly recommend Celebree Ellicott City.”

“We are so happy that we found Somos Early Learning Center for our two children! The Montessori approach focuses on independence, hands-on activities, and self-directed learning. My children are confidently learning life skills (ex. putting on their own coats and zipping) and developmentally appropriate academic skills (ex. one-to-one correspondence, numbers, letters). The bi-lingual education is an added bonus!

The school is small and quaint, but the classrooms are beautifully organized and filled with engaging, appropriate materials that promote both academic and social growth. The smaller size allows for the students, teachers, and families to genuinely know everyone and gain a sense of community. We love that this is a technology-free atmosphere, and that there is an emphasis on getting outside several times a day. You will not get constant updates about your children all day, but you will know that the teachers are present, and your children are well-cared for!
The teachers are incredibly caring, patient, and genuinely dedicated to nurturing each child’s natural curiosity and love for learning. Our kids love their teachers and their school!”

“My son attends their aftercare program and will be there full-time for summer camp. We absolutely love the staff here. The directors, Jen and Destinee, do a wonderful job communicating with parents and running the program. Whenever I have questions, they are always responsive in a timely manner.

Ms. Kenya is an amazing teacher, and you can genuinely tell she cares about all of the children in her care. We also love receiving updates through the SproutAbout app with photos, videos, and school announcements, which is greatly appreciated.

If you’re looking for a warm, welcoming environment for your child(ren), I would definitely recommend this location.”

“Great daycare option and offers aftercare and before care for school age kids. The staff and management are wonderful to work with and will take great care of your little ones! Highly recommend and very happy here!!”

“We truly love this school for many reasons.

The teachers are incredibly supportive, caring, and genuinely invested in the children. Both of my kids have always been happy here and look forward to coming in every day. Even my older one—who has moved on to a different school—still fondly remembers her time here and is always excited to visit and reconnect with the teachers.

The overall environment of the school is wonderful. The positive, welcoming vibe has been consistent throughout the years, and as a parent, I’ve always felt confident and at ease.

Ms. Heather has been exceptionally flexible and understanding with schedules, especially during emergencies or unexpected situations. She truly goes above and beyond to accommodate families’ needs.

We are grateful for the experiences our children have had here and would highly recommend this school to other families—definitely a 10/10 experience for us.”

“We've been going there about 1 year and are very happy. Teachers are responsive to problems and good communicators. They use an app for check-in/check-out, and logging meals, diapers, naps, etc. They respect the hard work I spend pumping and providing breastmilk and send home any unused milk for us to decide how to use which I appreciate. When she went up to the next age classroom, I was chatting with the director the next morning at drop-off and she knew our daughter was having a rough day that morning adjusting but settled out by lunchtime and did great. I was impressed even the director knows which kids are having a rough day and keeps checking in. They clearly care about these kids and it doesn't have the feel of a big corporate center.”