Based on 21 reviews
About
CURRENT OPENINGS: For children 2 and up only!
Next infant opening is anticipated in May 2025!
Hi parents, welcome to Darnestown Kids Playhouse, my home daycare in Gaithersburg, MD. I’m the owner and main caregiver and I’m a mother of 3 children with 14 years of child care experience (including 7 years working in a child care center, and 7 years running my own family child care program). I am CPR and first-aid certified and also have my MAT certification (so when necessary, I can administer medication to your little one.)
My daycare operates from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Catering to infants as young as 6 weeks old, toddlers, and preschoolers up to 6 years old, I offer both full-time and part-time options. Additionally, occasional drop-in child care is available based on individual needs.
Promoting a vibrant learning atmosphere, our child care space includes bright carpets, engaging wall decor, and a visible learning curriculum. Bins of blocks, puzzles, and various activity sets cater to infants and younger toddlers. The environment is well-lit, and is furnished with highchairs, cribs, and individual chairs for each child.
I offer safe and affordable child care, and a play-based early learning program. Our curriculum is primarily play-based but introduces fundamental concepts like shapes, colors, and numbers. Every morning, we gather for engaging circle time, exploring the letter of the day, discussing the weather, and embracing the day of the week.
Health and safety remain a top priority. Our COVID procedures entail consistent cleaning with Lysol wipes for toys and tables throughout the day. Moreover, at end end of each day, our deep cleaning includes sanitizing small toys, carpets, and large toys to ensure a clean environment for your child's well-being.
Located off Darnestown Rd in Gaithersburg, nestled between Muddy Branch Rd and Great Seneca Hwy, Darnestown Kids Playhouse is committed to providing safe, affordable, and enriching child care. In addition to English, I also speak Urdu and Hindi, offering your child exposure to a foreign language if desired.
Please contact us on CareLuLu to learn more or schedule a time to meet!
Parent Reviews
Christy N.
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Posted 18 days ago
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The caregiver is kind, sweet, caring, intelligent, and everything you could ever want in someone taking care of your kids. She was our daycare provider for both of our kids from about 2015-2020 (infant to ages 3 & 5). She truly cared for them and loved them as if they were her own children. I highly highly recommend her!
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Aurimas L.
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Posted 7 months ago
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Great daycare! Our first child went there for 5 years and now we have our second child there. She has been there for 2 years now. We did not have any complains for 7 years. The caregiver is very carying person and creates a cozy environment for the children. We highly recommend this daycare.
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Rita Y.
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Posted 7 months ago
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The staffs genuine care , personalized approach , and fun learning environment have made it a second home for our child. Regular updates and excellent communication give us peace of mind. Highly Recommend!
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Taalin H.
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Posted 1 year ago
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She is a fantastic daycare provider. Our kids love her and the environment she creates. For example, our daughter comes home singing the songs they learn while at daycare.
Zachary B.
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Posted 1 year ago
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I couldn't be happier to recommend daycare with this provider. Our 7 month old has been with her for several months and we've been more than satisfied with the care he's received. She is wonderful with the kids and communicates very well with us. Her daycare is well kept and all the kids always seem to be having fun and well cared for whenever I pick my son up.
Nicole G.
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Posted 1 year ago
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She is absolutely the best! She is understanding of each child's needs. My son absolutely adores her. It is wonderful dropping him off each morning knowing that he will be taken good care of by someone that is not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also cares for him and his best interest.
Katie V. B.
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Posted 1 year ago
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The owner really cares about all the children. I can tell every day when I pick my little one up. Also her yard is large and great for my little one to run around! That was a big draw for me selecting this daycare.
Anna J.
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Posted 1 year ago
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We absolutely love our daycare! Our son has been going to this daycare for almost a year now, beginning when he was about 10 months old. He is always happily playing when I pick him up and he loves the teachers. The teachers are very loving caregivers and they always let me know how his day was and alert me to any issues they see. This is a wonderful place and we feel truly lucky to have found it. If there's an opening here do not hesitate to grab it!
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Reta A.
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Posted 3 years ago
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Our children have been with this provider for three months, and we are so happy to have found her center! The children are so excited to see her and their friends every day. We find this to be a clean, welcoming, and loving environment. This provider also has a large backyard that the kids absolutely love.
Briana I.
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Posted 3 years ago
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My daughter has been going to this facility for about 6 months now. She was 3 months old at the time, which was hard for me as a first time mom. Especially, during a pandemic. However, I quickly felt at ease. She is so good with my daughter, communicates with me very well and keeps things clean. She also keeps tract of temperature checks. My husband and I are very happy we found this daycare.
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Matt G.
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Posted 4 years ago
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Our 3-year-old son has been with this provider for about a year now and we couldn't be happier. This provider is great with him and he has so much fun. My son has a lot of energy and the big backyard is perfect for him to run around and play.
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Nissa L.
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Posted 5 years ago
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We love this daycare! Our 22 month old looks forward to going to "school" every day, and comes home telling us all about it. Since attending, he's become more communicative, confident, and independent. This provider is caring and patient with all the children and communicates well with parents.
Marilena A. L.
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Posted 5 years ago
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Our son has been so happy since Day 1 with this provider. He started going when he was only 4 months old, which all new mothers know is a difficult time to leave your baby at daycare, but it has been great. I know he is safe and well taken care of. I never worry about my son when we drop him off and he even throws a fit now when we pick him up because he loves his caregivers so much!
Dayana M.
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Posted 5 years ago
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My daughter love attending this daycare. This provider is very caring and sweet, She takes care of my daughter as if she was her own. I can say after changing daycares several times. I finally found an angel to watch after my daughter this also includes her family. thanks to this provider for all that you do.
Jaime L.
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Posted 5 years ago
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My daughter loves going to This child care center. I believe she gets the best one-on-one treatment and care from the teachers. It says a lot when you drop a toddler off and they are excited to be there.
Kalyani G.
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Posted 6 years ago
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I started sending my son to this daycare when he was 10 months old. It's almost 2 yrs now. As a new parent I was looking for a daycare facility that can provide healthy environment for my kid to grow with. And, I found the right one. I feel that this daycare is a perfect place to send the kids especially when they are little because they get nurtured well. The family is very sweet, loving and caring and my son loves going there. Its like home away from home. Sometimes during pickup he refuse to come out of the daycare and asks me if he can stay longer and play. Not only my son got nurtured well, he learned lot of stuff. She also helped my kid get potty trained. If I have another kid, I am sure where I will be sending him or her for care. Its definitely going to be this daycare as we have peace of mind that my child is in safe hands and cared well.
Adrienne M.
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Posted 6 years ago
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My son loves it here, The provider and her team are great care providers. I am so glad I found her.
Meron D.
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Posted 6 years ago
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The provider is very sweet and friendly person. She always do her best to work with you and my daughter loves her. If you are looking for a safe and loving family care this place is the best. I will recommend it for babies and toddlers.
Kimberly A.
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Posted 7 years ago
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This daycare was perfect for my son. He started there right before he turned 5 months old. Since he is our first child, he gets a lot of love and attention at home, so it was important for me to find a place where he would get the same treatment. He was visibly happy with the provider and the other children. She is very responsive to texts and sends pictures. I really felt like I trusted my childcare in her care. She really knew him, she got his eating and sleeping schedule down to a T. If we didn't move, he would have continued there.
Eskedar E.
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Posted 7 years ago
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This provider is so caring, professional, flexible, and welcoming. She makes our toddler as we wish and we are glad to have her
Amber A.
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Posted 7 years ago
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The team is great! My son (infant) loves to go this daycare. I have no worries about when I drop him off which helps going back to work easier. She's very caring, loving, and diligent with lots of kids underfoot. I commend her for how she manages her daycare. If there happens to be a vacancy in her daycare, I would recommend snatching that spot quickly.
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Meet The Staff
Owner
14 years of experience, mom of 3
Assistant
8 years of experience, mom of 8
Assistant
1 year of experience
Home-based
Hours
7:00am - 6:00pm
Ages
6 weeks - 6 years
Kindergarten
No
Accreditation
No
Meals Provided
No
Transportation
No
Facilities
• Multipurpose Room
• Library
