Over 45 Years Of Quality Education

Strong Family & Community Connections, Nurturing Early Learning Experiences

Preschool & Childcare Center Serving Montgomery County, Gaithersburg, North Potomac, Potomac & Silver Spring, MD

An Experienced Team Makes You Feel Welcome & Reassured

Since 1981, our experienced administrators, teachers, and staff have been committed to this community’s children. Our Board of Directors and administrative team have backgrounds in early education, special education, elementary education, and business.

Two Sought-After Accreditations Indicate High-Quality Care

As an MSDE Accredited program with a Maryland EXCELS Level 5 rating—the highest quality rating in the state—we are committed to providing children with a safe, nurturing, and enriching learning environment. Our program is licensed, regulated, and monitored by the MSDE Office of Child Care, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards of quality and care.

The Highest Quality Ratings In The State

Professional, Tenured Educators Dedicated To Your Child’s Care

Rest assured your child is guided by experienced, credentialed professionals who are deeply committed to nurturing learning and creating strong, stable relationships with children and families. Our teachers:

Are Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Certified (Pre-K classrooms)
Are degreed early childhood professionals
Undergo specialized, MSDE-approved child development and curriculum training
Pursue ongoing professional development to remain current with best practices in early childhood education

Our Proven Programs Prepare Students For Success

Our education experts use MSDE-approved, research-based curriculum models designed to support every stage of early childhood development.

Infant, Toddler & Twos Programs

Preschool & Pre-K Programs

Infant, Toddler & Twos Programs

Preschool & Pre-K Programs

A Truly Local Business Rooted In Your Community

Academy Child Development Center, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization and is not part of a childcare chain. As a local business, with our employees living in the communities we serve we have first hand knowledge of the needs of families in Montgomery County, MD. With our central business office located off of I-270 and the ICC-MD 200, and our programs on local elementary school campuses, we’re deeply connected to the community.

Proud To Put Our Core Values Into Action

At Academy, our core values guide every decision we make and every interaction we have with children and families.

Child-Centered Excellence

We believe children learn best in nurturing, developmentally appropriate environments. Our programs are intentionally designed to support the whole child — socially, emotionally, physically, and academically — while preparing them for kindergarten and lifelong success.

Safety & Well-Being First

Professional Integrity & High Standards

As an MSDE-accredited, Maryland EXCELS Level 5 program, we are committed to excellence, accountability, and continuous quality improvement. Our degreed and certified educators uphold the highest professional and ethical standards in early childhood education.

Strong Family Partnerships

We believe families are a child’s first and most important teachers. Open communication, collaboration, and mutual respect form the foundation of our partnerships with families. Together, we support each child’s growth and development.

Respect, Inclusion & Community

We value diversity and strive to create inclusive learning environments where every child and family feels respected, welcomed, and valued. We foster empathy, responsibility, and citizenship as part of daily learning.

Lifelong Learning

We encourage curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking in our students — and we model lifelong learning through ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

Grant Funding That Supports and Benefits Eligible Families in the Community

Academy’s administration has successfully written, applied for, and been awarded the MSDE Pre-K Expansion Grant, the Montgomery County DHHS EquiCare Grant, and the Early Childhood Initiative Grant.

Community Partnerships

We maintain valuable partnerships with

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS)
Mental Health Consultation Services
Gaithersburg Judy Center
MANNA Food
The Institute for Early Childhood Preparedness

With aligned goals, regular communication, and joint planning, we can effectively support student development and family engagement.

Set Your Child Up On The Path To Success