I was driving down the road and saw a sign saying that Pre-school registration and open houses were already happening! If you are considering sending your little one to preschool or even private school you are going to want to start doing your research and completing registration soon! Important Dates to know: Waldorf Baptist Kindergarden & Pre-School’s registration opens February 1st and will fill up quickly. Grace Lutheran School is hosting an open house on February 6th for its popular and prestigious program. Blessed Lambs registration opens to public February 9th and slots will go SUPER fast! Goddard School hosts weekly “Welcome” open house every Wednesday 10:00AM – 12:00PM. Charles County Board of Education application and registration will open April 11th. Here is a list of great pre-school I have collected from personal experience and word of mouth from friends impressed with the programs.
PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
Blessed Lambs
3 Port Tobacco Road
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 934-2289
Information: Blessed Lambs Preschool believes each child is a child of God and should have every opportunity to develop physically, intellectually, emotionally, socially and spiritually to his/her fullest potential. Preschool program serves children ages 2-4.
Discovery Lane
3081 Old Washington Road
Waldorf, MD 20601
240.803.LANE
info@thediscoverylane.com
Information: Discovery Lane is a preschool serving students, 2-5. Discovery Lane was developed for families desiring an alternative childcare program that would encourage student interest and promote a gamut of healthy living experiences. Teachers are encouraged to promote a classroom environment that motivates students to investigate their environment and act as co-researchers to scaffold knowledge.
Good Shepherd
305 Smallwood Drive
Waldorf, MD 20602
(301) 645-7550
http://www.goodshepherdmd.org/preschool/
Information: Our school, which is approved by the Maryland Department of Education, has an excellent reputation for quality and caring. We serve three- and four-year-old children with morning and afternoon classes (9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.) Good Shepherd provides an opportunity for your child to develop intellectually, physically, emotionally and socially within a nurturing and loving environment. Our program is designed to develop your whole child, using each child’s talents, interests and abilities.
The Goddard School
7005 Saint Florian Drive
Waldorf, MD 20603
(301) 638-9777
Information: We are proud to be the only private preschool in Charles County that is accredited by NAEYC, implements a curriculum that has earned AdvancED accreditation after demonstrating the highest standards in early childhood education and a kindergarten program that is MSDE accredited.
Our Lady Little Christians Preschool
100 Village Street
Waldorf, MD 20602
(301) 645-7112
http://www.olhoc.com/preschool/
Information: Our Lady’s Little Christians is an early-learning program for children, three and four years-of-age, licensed by the Maryland State Department of Education, Office of Child Care. We adhere to all guidelines set forth by the Archdiocese of Washington. We are a nonprofit operation, funded solely by the tuition charged for each student. We offer small class sizes, a weekly chapel service, an introduction to Spanish, an introduction to Sign Language, a three-day program for three-year-olds, a five-day program for four-year-olds, and three-hour classes for all of our morning and afternoon sessions.
Waldorf Baptist Kindergarden & Pre-School
10045 Bunker Hill Road
Waldorf, MD 20603
(301) 645-5030
Information: Waldorf Baptist is an excellent preschool program for students ages 3-6.
Three Year Olds: T/W/TH (Must be 3 by September 1st.)
9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Three Year Olds: M-F (Must be 3 by September 1st.)
9:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Four Year Olds: T/W/TH (Must be 4 by September 1st.)
9:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Four Year Olds: M-F (Must be 4 by September 1st.)
9:15 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
Kindergarten: M-F 9:15 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.
PRIMARY SCHOOLS WITH PRE-K PROGRAMS
Archbishop Neale Catholic School
104 Port Tobacco Road
La Plata, MD 20646
301-934-9595
http://www.archbishopnealeschool.org
Information: Archbishop Neale School is a private Catholic Elementary School located in La Plata, Maryland. We provide a two-track system for grades Pre-K through 8 and our curriculum is centered on the Archdiocese of Washington graded course of study. We are fully accredited and teachers are certified by the state of Maryland in their specialty areas.
Charles County Board of Education
Radio Station Road
La Plata, MD 20646
http://www.ccboe.com/community/parents/register.php
The application process for the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) prekindergarten program begins Monday, April 11 at all Charles County public elementary schools. To be eligible for prekindergarten, students must be four years old by September 1. The selection of prekindergarten students is based on criteria and guidelines set by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and CCPS. Placement in the program is based on need in three categories; see the website to see if you qualify.
Grace Christian Academy of Maryland
13000 Zekiah Drive
Waldorf, MD 20601
301-645-0406
Information: Grace Christian Academy of Maryland is a PK-12 school, that is fully accredited by the Middle Atlantic Association of Schools and Colleges and the Association of Christian Schools International. (Formerly Grace Brethren Christian School (GBCS)
Grace Lutheran Church and School
1200 Charles Street
PO Box 446
La Plata, MD 20646
(301) 932-0963
Mission: Our mission here at Grace Lutheran Church and School is God’s mission to reconcile all people to one another and to Christ, and by administering the Word and Sacraments, to strengthen all human relationships, so that in unity we might worship the Lord and be His servants to the world in Jesus’ name. Grace Lutheran Church and School offers several different worship formats in an effort to meet the needs of a wide variety of members and friends who worship here. Whatever time of worship or order or service you may choose, we pray that you will encounter the living God and receive His grace and forgiveness and that through the power of God’s Word – written, spoken, and sung – you may be empowered to live in Christ’s light and to share His Good News with others.
Saint Mary- Star of the Sea Preschool
6495 Indian Head Highway
Indian Head, MD 20640
301-283-2842
http://www.adw.org/school/saint-mary-star-of-the-sea-daycarepreschool
Information: St. Mary, Star of the Sea is a private Catholic elementary school under the Archdiocese of Washington.
Southern Maryland Christian Academy
9805 Faith Baptist Church Road
White Plains, MD 20695
(301) 870-2550
http://somdchristianacademy.com/
Information: Our preschool is an all-day educational program for young learners, ages 2 – 4 years old. These early years are extremely important and intimately tied to the future and educational success of your children. Our diverse, qualified preschool teachers are wholly committed to loving each of their students and helping your young child to realize school is a fun and exciting place to be. SMCA is licensed by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Office of Child Care.
St. Mary’s Catholic School
13735 Notre Dame Place
Bryantown, MD 20617
(301) 932-6883
Information: St. Mary’s School provides a basic, traditional Catholic education to the parish communities including St. Mary’s in Bryantown, St. Michael’s, St. Dominic’s, and St. Francis de Sales. Families who are members of St. Mary’s in Newport and St. John Vianney are included as a courtesy. We serve children in grades Kindergarten through eight by developing their intellectual, social, physical, moral, and spiritual life.
St. Peter’s Elementary School
3310 St. Peter’s Drive
Waldorf, MD 20601
301-843-1955
http://stpetersschoolwaldorf.org/
Information: St. Peter’s Catholic School is proud of its alumni and traditions. We foster excellence in every child. We educate the whole child through: Spirituality, Uniqueness, Belonging, Emotional Development, and Physical Development.
Waldorf Montessori School- Beddow
6008 Hampshire Cr
Waldorf, MD 20603
301-870-8660
http://thebeddowschool.org/montessori-schools/
Information: The Beddow Montessori School is a private, non-sectarian school for children from ages 2 ½ years of age through age 12. Our philosophy is bas on the principles of Dr. Maria Montessori. Students must be 2 ½ years of age by September 1 in order to be considered for the primary level classes and 5 years of age by September 1 to be considered for the full day primary program.
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