The staff at KinderCare Elkridge is a loving and nurturing staff.
Each member of our team brings a special talent, however they all bring a love and passion for what they do everyday.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Welcome to the Elkridge KinderCare.We are thrilled to meet with you and be able to show you all the wonderful things that we have to offer you and your family.We are committed to providing your child with the best care possible.We do this by making sure that we develop the whole child, working on their social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth.Our expert designed classrooms help to prepare your child for success in school and beyond. We would love for you to join our family!
- Your child's safety and well being is always our number one priority and concern. Our center has a keypad entry system; a strict ID policy on drop off and pick up; three securely locked and fenced-in playgrounds; all staff is First Aid and CPR Certified; and several staff members are trained in medication administration. Along with our strict daily cleaning schedule, nothing is left to chance.
- Hours Of Operation: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F
- Accreditations: NAEYC
- Enrollment: Min Age - 6 Weeks, Max Age - 12 Year-Olds
- State Vouchers, NACCRRA
- Infant Programs (6 Weeks – 1 Year), Toddler Programs (1 – 2 Years), Discovery Preschool Programs (2 – 3 Years), Preschool Programs (3 – 4 Years), Prekindergarten Programs (4 – 5 Years), Private Kindergarten Programs (5–6 Years), Before and After School Programs (5–12 Years), Summer Programs (preschool, prekindergarten, and school-age)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Marshalee Drive KinderCare?
The application deadline for Marshalee Drive KinderCare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Marshalee Drive KinderCare located?
Marshalee Drive KinderCare is located in the West Elkridge neighborhood of Elkridge, MD.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Marshalee Drive KinderCare is Aami Bible Institute (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Trinity School (1.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Goddard School (1.6 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Aami Bible Institute
(Baptist)
6508 Irwin Way
Elkridge, MD 21075
(667) 701-9214
Elkridge, MD 21075
(667) 701-9214
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
5633 Waterloo Road
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 730-1500
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 730-1500
1.6 miles
Gr: NS-K
4985 Ilchester Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 744-1524
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 744-1524
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 253 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tarbiyah Academy
(Islamic)
6785 Business Pkwy Ste 108
Elkridge, MD 21075
(844) 827-2492
Elkridge, MD 21075
(844) 827-2492
1.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 142 students
6080 Foreland Garth
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 997-2384
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 997-2384
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 110 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Aami Bible Institute
(Baptist)
6508 Irwin Way
Elkridge, MD 21075
(667) 701-9214
Elkridge, MD 21075
(667) 701-9214
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students
8950 Route 108, Suite 118
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 343-9780
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 343-9780
2.8 miles
Gr: K-10 Avg. class size: 15 students
HCHC Leadership Academy ![HCHC Leadership Academy Photo - Sprout Program]( "HCHC Leadership Academy Photo - Sprout Program")
Alternative School
9091 Snowden River Parkway
Columbia, MD 21046
(802) 424-2099
Columbia, MD 21046
(802) 424-2099
3 miles
Gr: K-11 | 38 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
7459 Candlewood Drive, Suites A-F
Hanover, MD 21076
(410) 859-8573
Hanover, MD 21076
(410) 859-8573
4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 378 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fusion Academy Columbia ![Fusion Academy Columbia Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.]( "Fusion Academy Columbia Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.")
Alternative School
10175 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 120
Columbia, MD 21044
(877) 673-8893
Columbia, MD 21044
(877) 673-8893
4.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4985 Ilchester Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 744-1524
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 744-1524
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 253 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tarbiyah Academy
(Islamic)
6785 Business Pkwy Ste 108
Elkridge, MD 21075
(844) 827-2492
Elkridge, MD 21075
(844) 827-2492
1.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 142 students
6080 Foreland Garth
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 997-2384
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 997-2384
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 110 students
4801 Ilchester Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 744-4251
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 744-4251
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
8950 Route 108, Suite 118
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 343-9780
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 343-9780
2.8 miles
Gr: K-10 Avg. class size: 15 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Goddard School ![The Goddard School Photo]( "The Goddard School Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
5633 Waterloo Road
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 730-1500
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 730-1500
1.6 miles
Gr: NS-K
4985 Ilchester Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 744-1524
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 744-1524
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 253 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6080 Foreland Garth
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 997-2384
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 997-2384
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 110 students
7195 Columbia Gateway Dr.
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 290-0928
Columbia, MD 21046
(410) 290-0928
2.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 123 students Tuition listed
4801 Ilchester Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 744-4251
Ellicott City, MD 21043
(410) 744-4251
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bannockburn Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6520 Dalroy Ln
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1270
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1270
9239.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 446 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Key Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5001 Dana Pl. Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 729-3280
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 729-3280
9239.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Burning Tree Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7900 Beech Tree Rd
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1750
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 740-1750
9239.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 479 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Mann Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4430 Newark St. Nw
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0126
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 282-0126
9239.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Stoddert Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4001 Calvert St. Nw
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 671-6030
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 671-6030
9239.9 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
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