Daycare in Columbia/Ellicott City

Anjel_9@hotmail.com

Hello, I am looking for a reputable daycare either in Columbia (where I work) or Ellicott City (where I am about to live).  I've visited a few places, including KinderCare (not a fan), La Petite in Columbia, and MD Montessori Academy, but it's hard to find reviews that I can trust.  We don't have the money for Goddard or The Young School unfortunately, but would welcome any other suggestions/recommendations/reviews.  I'm looking to place my now 7-month old within the next couple of months, and transitioning from family-provided care to daycare is exciting but scary.  Thank you!

pantsarella

We looked at Celebree but it was too expensive for us (~$400/week). It was nice, though! We're using an in home day care in Columbia that we were referred to by a friend. Most places will give you parent references to call and ask questions so you can get honest opinions. 

eaevansmd

I just had a horrible experience with the La Petite in Columbia - dumped breast milk, little interaction with my kid, inattentive staff - when we used it as a backup for our regular daycare. I highly recommend our regular care - in-home off Guilford Rd, affectionate, attentive, knows what to do with pumped milk. Moonie's Daycare.

Anjel_9@hotmail.com

Wow, thank you for the feedback.  I'd be furious about someone dumping my liquid gold.. sorry that happened to you. 

mpingram76

Which LaPetite was it, the one off 100 or Eden Brook?

shay0982

Do not go with Kindercare, had to pull DD out after a year. We moved to Goddard which was our first choice when I was pregnant but their wait list was too long. It's actually not too much more expensive than Kindercare. We love Goddard.