Schools in Rockville, MD

“We absolutely love A to Z Fun Care Early Learning Childcare Center! Since my daughter started here, we have seen so much growth in her learning, communication, and confidence. The teachers truly care about the children and make them feel loved, safe, and excited to learn every day.

My daughter genuinely enjoys going to class and even misses her teachers and friends when she’s away. That says a lot about the positive environment they create. The staff has always been kind, supportive, understanding, and welcoming to our family.

As parents, it gives us peace of mind knowing our child is in a place where she is cared for like family while also learning so many new things. We are beyond grateful for everything A to Z has done for us and highly recommend them to any family looking for a caring and trustworthy daycare.”

“Our daughter has been attending Goddard School of Rockville since she was 6 months and it was the best decision we ever made! She has thrived during her time there and that is thanks to the incredible community at the school, the excellent teachers and staff, and the diverse curriculum that they offer. And the admin/leadership team is incredible.

Everyone who works at the school is extremely nice and you can tell that they genuinely care about the kids and their development. Our daughter has learned so many new things since being at school and she loves all of the fun activities they get to do each day! Almost everyone who works here knows our daughter by name, even if they don't spend much (if any) time with her. I think that is a credit to the wonderful community they have built here and the great people that work here.

The school does an incredible job of providing daily and weekly updates about the kids lesson plans, activities, school events and news, etc. I could not be happier with the level of care and communication that the school provides. And I feel 100% confident about the health and safety of my child while she is at school which as a parent is invaluable.

As an added bonus the school offers a ton of additional benefits (some free and others for additional charge) including block parties, catered snacks and lunches, and weekend childcare once a month.

There are a ton of places you can take your child for daily care, but there is only one Goddard School!”

“We sent our 12 month old here for backup care for a few days while his regular daycare was closed. We were nervous at first because he is usually in an in home daycare and didn’t have any experience in a larger facility, but this facility and its staff were amazing and very welcoming. They took great care to review my son’s intake forms and ask questions about his preferences and schedule. We loved the app and getting regular detailed updates on how his day was going. He ate regularly and really enjoyed playing with new friends and toys. He even picked up a few new skills in only 2 days! When we picked him up he was happy and his usual joyful self which told us he had a good time. We’re grateful for the teachers and staff at this center for taking great care of our son and we’re eager to send him here for more backup care days in the future!”

“My son started at Children’s Manor Montessori School of Rockville when he was 3 years old, in the Explorers classroom with Ms. Sera and Ms. Annabella. They were truly exceptional during his adaptation process. I will never forget how Ms. Annabella would hold him in her arms to comfort him and help him feel safe as he adjusted—something that meant so much to us as parents.

Now my son is in the Trailblazers classroom, and I couldn’t be happier. He has learned so much, gained confidence, and developed a more structured way of learning and responding. Ms. Lee and Ms. Danikha have been an incredible support in his growth.

On top of that, Ms. Raghad is always attentive to every detail—every field trip, every child. I can confidently say she knows each child by name, understands their situation, and is always there for whatever they may need.

It is honestly hard for us to think about leaving this school. I highly recommend it—not only because of the quality of education, but because you’re not just enrolling your child in a school… you are becoming part of a wonderful family.”

“Last year, around this time, I was searching for a private school for my kid and reading a lot of reviews and visiting informal chats. Most parents who are researching private schools are probably strongly considering strength of the curriculum and costs. Those are important, but I really wanted to know about the personalities of the children and staff. We may assume that people affiliated with a religious background are kind and warm, but you likely know from life experience that this isn’t always the case. I heard from a few people who told me that their children/grandchildren/spouses were subjected to bullying, racism, and harsh judgments at their religion-affiliated private schools, and I read some reviews where some parents would write about how their kids were subjected to mistreatment, but the administrators did not care and did not address those issues, despite the high costs to attend these schools.Enter Christ Episcopal School. As my kid neared middle school, I could see that she might struggle with learning, in 7 different classes, and get lost in the crowd. She might have difficulty adapting to a large crowd of “real” kids who might speak to her roughly and she might not know how to respond. (Her brother went to this middle school, and has more street sense, but it wasn’t a great experience for him.) When I went to the CES Open House, I asked the head of school about whether there were conflicts in the middle school aged kids, and she responded so honestly, that it happens as you would expect among middle schoolers, but because the classes are so small, they are able to tamp down on conflicts before they escalate. I appreciated that candor, and I can confirm, it is true! The teachers and administrators get to know your children’s personalities and circumstances, and they will do their best to ensure that everyone is developing into a good citizen, feels supported in their learning, and is generally happy. And if you express concern about an issue your child is facing, the staff will address it, persistently if needed!All of this positivity may sound fake, but this really is a great little school. I want to go on and on, but I don’t want to lose your attention and take up further space. As you research school for your kid, I seriously hope you will consider CES … as all of these other parents have said, it is truly a hidden gem and I wish I would have learned about it when my older one was entering middle school.”

“My son is just about to finish about his first year, and we have loved everything about this school. His teachers are wonderful, the classes are great (weekly Chinese class, music class, and lots of time to play and explore). The teachers clearly love their students and are passionate about their work. The preschool also has a huge outdoor playground for the kids. Can't say enough good things!”

“This is a great daycare. My son was in daycare here for two months while we were on a waitlist for a closer place. If we moved closer, we would definately go back here.

Ms Brandy runs a good center. They have a lot of events that the parents participate in, and everyone says good things about the center.

The ladies in his daycare were so sweet to my son. They did a lot of creative activities related to the seasons (playing with leaves and a pumpkin, finger painting, and crafts). They made a photo collage for him when he left, and they really seemed like they will miss him. I think this what you want for your infant.

The infant room is the nicest i have seen for a daycare. It is big with a lot of light and lots of space for crawling around and activities.

We would go back if we lived closer.”

“Starting preschool was a huge transition for our quiet and cautious 3-year-old. I'm not sure we could've picked a more nurturing and amazing environment for him to thrive in than ECC.The small class sizes drew us in, the awesome and caring staff moved us with how much they contributed to our son's development. He really blossomed socially, loved going to class, and was well prepared for kindergarten thanks to their play-based learning and emphasis on the whole child. The amount of care his teachers demonstrated towards him is really something we'll treasure forever, and the school director and support staff were also very friendly as well as communicative & organized.The grounds (on but not affiliated with the Rockville Unitarian church) were really nice. The classrooms themselves are quite small, but no problem for the small groups, filled with natural light, and well laid out for imaginative play and age-appropriate learning. They do a nice amount of school-community events for being so small; my son recently enjoyed a picnic even as an alumni recently :)Thank you ECC!”

“As a first time parent I was very hesitant to move forward with any daycare. Period. We explored other options but couldn't find one that met our families needs. Daycare was the only solution. After touring and interviewing 4 daycares we decided on Celebree School of Rockville and are so thankful!

Our daughter, who had just turned one at the time of enrollment, is absolutely blossoming almost 3 months later! She adores her teachers, Miss Leslie & Miss Brooke, and has formed a special bond with each of them. She also enjoys many of the caring and loving staff members - Sophie, Lilit, Alexis, and Keyuri!

My husband and I know that our daughter is in a safe, loving, and fun environment. She is learning A LOT and genuinely enjoys herself.

I truly can't recommend Celebree School of Rockville enough!”

“Both of my children attend here. Going on 2 years now. I love this school. The staff and principle Mrs. Gohart are all amazing. My kids have developed socially and academically pretty quickly. Im so happy with how loved they are in their school. Busy Bees goes above and beyond for every child. My daughter gets difficult at times and im glad the school exercises patience and didnt give up on her. You can tell every teacher cares about what they do. We moved recently and our trip to school is about 45 min now and im not transferring my kids anywhere else because of how safe and amazing Busy Bees is.”

“I have two kids in LGMS and they have been attending the school for the last year and a half. The teachers are so kind and patient. They adapt the curriculum to meet kids where they are at and also foster independence. They develop a sense of community within the school. The staff are very responsive and truly care about the kids. They’ve gone above and beyond to make sure our kids are comfortable and thriving. My kids love the Chinese skills they learn at LGMS and the academic rigor is awesome. I recommend the school to anyone looking for Montessori, and you get the added bonus of language immersion!”

“My daughter attended Glen Mill ELF for over a year, until she started ES, and she's still missing her daycare! The location is wonderful, the air here is so fresh and country-like, and kids have a fenced area outside with a playground. A part of the playground is under the roof so they can be outside even if it rains. The food was homemade and just amazing. Every day, kids had a filling breakfast, soup and second course for lunch and a healthy snack after napping; they also had veggies and fruit for snack and lunch every day. The teachers at Glen Mill were wonderful, very kind and caring. The important part of education at ELF is that it is only in Russian, so my daughter still speaks fluent and very good Russian. Thank you, Yana, Vladimir and all teachers at Glen Mill ELF!”

“We’ve been with the Rockville shoe for 2.5 years now and have had such a positive experience. It’s exactly what we hoped for- kind teachers that really care about and are invested in your children’s development, communicative and proactive front office staff, and a nice sense of community. Would highly recommend!”

“Our son attended Nanda for about a year. When he first started, he didn’t speak a word of English, but by the time he left, he was speaking it fluently! We are deeply thankful for the teachers’ love, patience, and dedication. They did so much more than we ever expected.

From creative ways to play, to emotional support and the thoughtful setting of boundaries, everything was handled with such care and professionalism. We’re truly grateful that our son had a wonderful, joyful, and meaningful experience here. I hope many more children will have the chance to be cared for and loved in such a nurturing environment!”

“Sunshine Daycare has been a wonderful place for my 3-year-old. The teachers create such a warm, safe, and loving environment that made my son feel right at home. He’s learned so much through play, crafts, and daily activities, and always comes home happy and excited to share about his day. I’m so grateful for the care and attention they give each child—it truly feels like a second home.”

“The staff at this location is amazing. Let’s start with the office staff. Everyone in this office has been working in childcare for a long time and are the most supportive and caring people I’ve encountered. Next, my baby boy has the best teachers. I absolutely adore Ms. Elsa and Ms. Nariman. We appreciate every single one of you for putting us working parents at ease. My little baby is so lucky.”

“Outstanding community and wonderful staff! You will thoroughly enjoy your experience from the moment you enter and meet the staff at the front desk who are outstanding! We have stayed as the folks who work here are exceptional. A special shout out to the Director of Aquatics, Caroline Cardullo who is more than a blessing to all who use both the outdoor and indoor pools! She always is there for the members. The JCC is more than a place to work out as it is a wonderful welcoming community!
If you’re considering membership be sure to call and ask for Art!”