Perryman, MD

Bright Horizons at Aberdeen Proving Ground is a NAEYC-accredited center serving military families and the broader community with a comprehensive early education curriculum. The center features highly qualified teachers with degrees in early childhood education and maintains excellent teacher-to-child ratios. Their World at Their Fingers curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, literacy development, and STEM activities. The facility includes secure access, age-appropriate playgrounds, and nutritious meal programs. What sets this center apart is their strong focus on school readiness, regular developmental assessments, and extensive parent communication through daily reports and family engagement events.

The Goddard School in Bel Air offers a premier early childhood education program with F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) that balances academic preparation with social-emotional development. The center features state-certified teachers, low student-teacher ratios, and secure facilities with keypad entry systems. Their curriculum includes language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and character development. The school stands out for its STEAM enrichment programs, yoga instruction, and foreign language exposure. Parents consistently praise the attentive staff, clean facilities, and comprehensive learning environment that prepares children for elementary school success.

KinderCare Edgewood provides a nationally-recognized early childhood curriculum with a strong emphasis on literacy, math, and social skills development. The center features dedicated learning centers, secure facilities with electronic entry systems, and outdoor playgrounds designed for different age groups. Their teachers receive ongoing professional development and maintain CPR/first aid certifications. The program includes phonics-based reading readiness, hands-on math activities, and character education. What makes this center exceptional is their inclusive environment, regular parent-teacher conferences, and comprehensive safety protocols including secure check-in/check-out procedures and health screening measures.