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Top 20 Best Maryland Private Daycares & Preschools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 597 private daycares & preschools serving 102,536 students in Maryland.
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in Maryland include Key School, Roland Park Country School, and Glenelg Country School.
The average tuition cost is $12,448, which is lower than the Maryland average tuition cost of $14,819.
53% of private daycares & preschools in Maryland are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Top Ranked Maryland Private Daycares & Preschools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Arundel Christian School
Arundel Christian School Photo
(Church of God)
(7)
7459 Candlewood Drive, Suites A-F
Hanover, MD 21076
(410) 859-8573
Grades: PK-12
| 378 students
Barrie School
Barrie School Photo
Montessori School
(4)
13500 Layhill Road
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 576-2800
Grades: PK-12
| 421 students
Glenelg Country School
Glenelg Country School Photo - Upon entering our beautiful 90-acre campus, you first see our Upper School building which also connects to our Athletic Center.
(2)
12793 Folly Quarter Road
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 531-7347
Grades: NS-12
| 815 students
Glenwood Country Day School
Glenwood Country Day School Photo - A TRIP TO THE ZOO!!
Daycare / Preschool
(5)
14785 Bushy Park Road
Woodbine, MD 21797
(410) 489-5203
Grades: NS-K
| 70 students
Goddard School Of Waldorf
Goddard School Of Waldorf Photo - Welcome to The Goddard School in Waldorf which is not just a daycare! We serve the Charles County communities of La Plata, St. Charles, White Plains, Accokeek and other nearby areas. We offer programs from Infants to Private Kindergarten and even Before and After school for school-agers.
Daycare / Preschool
(1)
7005 Saint Florian Drive
Waldorf, MD 20603
(301) 638-9777
Grades: PK-K
| 176 students
Key School
Key School Photo
(7)
534 Hillsmere Drive
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 263-9231
Grades: NS-12
| 650 students
Norwood School
Norwood School Photo - Located in Bethesda, MD, Norwood School develops students in grades PK-8 into confident lifelong learners who have the academic, character, and leadership skills to succeed in high school and beyond.
(4)
8821 River Road
Bethesda, MD 20817
(301) 365-2595
Grades: PK-8
| 453 students
Oneness-Family School
Oneness-Family School Photo
Montessori School
(11)
6701 Wisconsin Avenue
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
(301) 652-7751
Grades: NS-12
| 148 students
Our Lady Of Hope St. Luke School
(Catholic)
8003 North Boundary Rd
Dundalk, MD 21222
(410) 288-2793
Grades: PK-8
| 265 students
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School Photo
(Catholic)
(17)
4801 Ilchester Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 744-4251
Grades: PK-8
| 215 students
Park School of Baltimore
Park School of Baltimore Photo - The Park School of Baltimore is an independent, gender-inclusive, non-sectarian progressive Pre-K through Grade 12 school located on a 100-acre campus just minutes from Baltimore city.
(3)
2425 Old Court Road
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 339-7070
Grades: PK-12
| 826 students
Perry Hall Christian School
Perry Hall Christian School Photo - Our Worship Arts team leads in worship in song during Chapel and helps lead at events like See You At The Pole, Grandparents Day and more!
(Baptist)
(2)
3919 Schroeder Ave
Perry Hall, MD 21128
(410) 256-4886
Grades: PK-12
| 542 students
Riverdale Baptist School
Riverdale Baptist School Photo - The entire student body together for a group photo during Spirit Week in 2012.
(Baptist)
(2)
1133 Largo Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 249-7000
Grades: PK-12
| 479 students
Rock Church Academy
Rock Church Academy Photo
(2)
1605 Cromwell Bridge Road
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 882-0807
Grades: NS-12
| 287 students
Rock Creek Christian Academy
Rock Creek Christian Academy Photo
(Baptist)
(5)
6707 Woodyard Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(301) 599-9600
Grades: PK-7
| n/a students
Rockbridge Academy
Rockbridge Academy Photo - A joyful, supportive, Christ-centered community where your child can flourish!
Special Program Emphasis
(8)
680 Evergreen Road
Crownsville, MD 21032
(410) 923-1171
Grades: PK-12
| 445 students
Roland Park Country School
Roland Park Country School Photo - What makes RPCS such an empowering school? The unique relationships created between students from K-12. From our kindergarten and 1st graders being paired and performing with our Upper School singing and dancing groups, to Upper School STEM classes hosting probability carnivals for Lower School, or Middle School students speaking to Lower School, we treasure and nurture these bonds.
All-girls
5204 Roland Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21210
(410) 323-5500
Grades: PK-12
| 620 students
St. Anne's School of Annapolis
St. Anne's School of Annapolis Photo - Our teachers use engaging academics, a positive community, effective management, and expertise in developmental awareness to create a learning environment that is age-appropriate and responsive to students` strengths and needs.
(Episcopal)
(3)
3112 Arundel On The Bay Road
Annapolis, MD 21403
(410) 263-8650
Grades: NS-8
| 320 students
St. Jerome Academy
St. Jerome Academy Photo - 43rd Avenue Entrance
Alternative School (Catholic)
(2)
5207 42nd Place
Hyattsville, MD 20781
(301) 277-4568
Grades: PK-8
| 500 students
St. John's Episcopal School
St. John's Episcopal School Photo - The best part of being a Little Buddy is getting to be with your Big Buddy!
(Episcopal)
(17)
3427 Olney Laytonsville Road
Olney, MD 20832
(301) 774-6804
Grades: PK-8
| 179 students
St. John's Parish Day School
St. John's Parish Day School Photo
(Episcopal)
(4)
9130 Frederick Road
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 465-7644
Grades: NS-5
| 351 students
Washington Waldorf School
Washington Waldorf School Photo - At Washington Waldorf, we encourage the connections that broaden students` experiences and help them grow in new directions. Our teachers incorporate academic, artistic, and practical elements into every subject, creating memorable lessons, successful scholars, and strong individuals.
Special Program Emphasis
(5)
4800 Sangamore Road
Bethesda, MD 20816
(301) 229-6107
Grades: NS-12
| 276 students
Emmanuel Christian School
Emmanuel Christian School Photo
(Baptist)
(23)
16221 National Pike
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 582-0368
Grades: PK-12
| 110 students
Feynman School
Feynman School Photo - Our STEM-focused curriculum engages students from preschool through middle school!
Special Program Emphasis
6125 Montrose Road
Rockville, MD 20852
(301) 770-4370
Grades: PK-8
| 96 students
Pilgrim Christian Day School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
7200 Liberty Rd
Gwynn Oak, MD 21207
(410) 484-9240
Grades: PK-5
| 54 students
St. Stephens Classical Christian Academy
St. Stephens Classical Christian Academy Photo - At SSCCA, students are actively involved in the learning process. The use of songs and recitation makes learning facts fun.
(Episcopal)
(6)
2275 Liberty Rd
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 795-1249
Grades: PK-8
| 114 students
Seneca Academy
Seneca Academy Photo - Students utilize all parts of our 6 & 1/2 acre campus. We believe in active learning both indoors and outdoors.
(6)
15601 Germantown Rd
Germantown, MD 20874
(301) 869-3728
Grades: NS-5
| 147 students
11914 Chantilly Ln
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 464-5602
Grades: PK-8
| 26 students
Al-Huda School
Al-Huda School Photo - The Al-Huda School....a look inside! https://www.alhuda.org/ 301-982-2402 5301 Edgewood Rd College Park Maryland 20740
(Islamic)
(1)
5301 Edgewood Rd.
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 982-2402
Grades: NS-12
| 627 students
Archbishop Neale School
Archbishop Neale School Photo
(Catholic)
(4)
104 Port Tobacco Rd
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-9595
Grades: PK-8
| 283 students
Bais Yaakov School For Girls
All-girls (Jewish)
11111 Park Heights Ave
Owings Mills, MD 21117
(410) 363-3300
Grades: PK-12
| 1,537 students
Baltimore Junior Academy
Baltimore Junior Academy Photo - BALTIMORE JUNIOR ACADEMYEver Growing, Ever Excelling! #weareBJA
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(5)
3006 W Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 542-6758
Grades: PK-8
| 63 students
Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School
Alternative School (Jewish)
3300 Old Court Road
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 486-1905
Grades: PK-12
| 1,048 students
Bethel Christian Academy
Bethel Christian Academy Photo - Campus 1 is the home of Preschool - 2nd Grade.
(Christian)
(9)
8455 Savage-Guilford Road
Savage, MD 20763
(301) 725-4673
Grades: PK-8
| 294 students
Bishop Walsh School,k-12/diocese
(Catholic)
700 Bishop Walsh Rd
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 724-5360
Grades: PK-12
| 334 students
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Maryland?
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in Maryland include Key School, Roland Park Country School, and Glenelg Country School.
How many private daycares & preschools are located in Maryland?
597 private daycares & preschools are located in Maryland.
How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Maryland?
The average tuition cost is $12,448, which is lower than the Maryland private school average tuition cost of $14,819.
How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Maryland?
Maryland private daycares & preschools are approximately 36% minority students, which is lower than the Maryland private school average of 37%.
What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Maryland?
53% of private daycares & preschools in Maryland are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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