Columbia, MD Daycare

Why Us

Our staff is truly dedicated to our children and families. We go above and beyond to ensure that each person is satisfied with what is happening in our school as well as informed. We believe that once you visit our school, you will find a second place you can call home!

Our Programs

At Childtime, we believe children learn best when they’re actively engaged. That’s why The Empowered Child™ curriculum ― developed by our team of education experts ― gives children the guidance and freedom to construct their own body of knowledge in ways most meaningful to them.

The Empowered Child™ is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach to early learning and is based on the work of respected child development/early education theorists Jean Piaget, Erik Erikson and Lev Vygotsky.

Infant Program:

Our infant teachers provide a very comforting environment. They regularly send photos to parents via e-mail to allow them to see their infants at play. This helps many new parents become more comfortable with the teachers and dropping off their little ones. All teachers are certified in CPR and first aid. They provide a warm and nurturing environment. A part-time program is available.

Beginning Steps / Exploration Station / Early Learners Program:

Our toddler room was recently remodeled with new furniture. Our teachers continue to create new and engaging activities that provide the children with hands-on learning. They love to take pictures of the children doing the activities so the whole school can enjoy. We also offer a music program for toddlers ages 2 and up. A part-time program is available.

Skill Builders / Kindergarten Connection Program:

Many of our children attend full day, but we also have a morning and afternoon preschool program. We partner with the local elementary schools to make sure children are ready for kindergarten. We offer a variety of extracurricular programs including music, sports and more! The children learn new things through fun activities. Our curriculum is very specific to the needs of the children in each specific age group. Part-time programs are available.

School-Age Program:

During the school year, we focus on providing homework support to our school-age children.

We transport to the following area schools:

• Talbot Springs
• Guilford
• Stevens Forest
• Cradle Rock
• Waterloo

Testimonials

I’m so happy to have found Childtime. I remain impressed with the wonderful staff and management. My eldest started attending in 2008 at age three and youngest started attending in 2010 at eighteen months. Education is important at Childtime. The pre-kindergarten program helped prepare my eldest for Kindergarten. My daughter’s pre-kindergarten teacher always kept me informed of her educational and social progress. I have much gratitude for the teachers that have helped my youngest adjust to the daycare setting. Seeing the pictures posted in the classroom of my youngest enjoying class is amazing.  I also enjoy hearing her recite the alphabet, count and sing nursery rhymes. Simply stated, Childtime is a great school.

- Sarah S.

Since the first day, we have been pleased with the attention that our son, Spencer, has received.  The teachers have demonstrated high expectations for our son and have helped him reach them.    We have been extremely impressed by the center director, Ms.Erin, who treats Spencer as her own child.

- Everett & Kisha

My experience with Childtime has been excellent. My daughter Gia says her teachers are good and she has many friends. After school she is always singing all the songs that she had been learning at school. Since Gia has started at Childtime, she now looks happy in her preschool pictures.

- Maria

Childtime provides such a nurturing, safe, and stable environment for my toddler. My daughter loves going to school and has built a wonderful bond with her teachers. We feel so comfortable leaving Anna in the capable and caring arms of the Childtime staff.

- Colleen